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S240 UKE

1998 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2025
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

71,584 mi
Last recorded71,584 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2024
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen Golf100,017 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS240 UKE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2024 71,584 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Nearside & Offside (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside & Offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play Nearside & Offside (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Mar 2023 59,535 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Mar 2022 51,308 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jan 2020 34,523 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Mar 2019 25,433 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2018 22,126 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2017 13,285 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2016 13,283 miles
Fail 29 Feb 2016 13,283 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 9 Mar 2015 13,199 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2014 13,094 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2013 13,007 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2013 13,007 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 8 Mar 2012 12,995 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 12,915 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 22 Apr 2010 12,882 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2009 12,565 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Pass 21 Apr 2009 12,565 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 12,487 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2007 11,348 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2006 11,034 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Golf?

Based on 22,270,993 MOT tests across 1,787,037 vehicles.

74.9%
Pass Rate
6,735
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
1,787,037
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 700,382
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 301,629
Stop lamp not working 260,234
position lamp(s) not working 257,206
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 229,092
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S240 UKE is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1998 Volkswagen Golf models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.1% with a typical mileage of 100,017 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Golf fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 700,382 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S240 UKE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Golf typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 28 years old, this Volkswagen Golf is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of S240 UKE?

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What year was S240 UKE registered?

S240 UKE is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S240 UKE safe to buy?

The MOT history for S240 UKE shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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