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S245 AWV

1998 Volkswagen Golf

Red Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2023
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

87,235 mi
Last recorded87,235 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2023
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen Golf100,017 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS245 AWV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Fail 13 Apr 2023 87,235 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 175/80/14 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Apr 2022 84,553 miles

Nearside Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 28 Apr 2021 81,168 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 26 Apr 2021 81,169 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 10 Jul 2020 77,876 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2020 77,876 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Electrical wiring insulation in such a condition there is an imminent risk of fire or formation of sparks boot (4.11 (c) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 May 2019 71,930 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 20 May 2019 71,927 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 May 2018 64,135 miles
Fail 14 May 2018 64,134 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 8 May 2017 53,294 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 4 May 2017 53,284 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Oil leak ()

Pass 25 May 2016 48,200 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2015 46,805 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Jul 2014 44,486 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 23 Jul 2013 42,445 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2013 42,445 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 20 Jul 2012 40,525 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2011 38,564 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 Jul 2010 36,358 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2009 34,077 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2008 31,473 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2007 28,479 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2006 25,592 miles

slight cracking rear tyre walls

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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S245 AWV is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf in Red with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

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 S245 AWV, 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

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What year was S245 AWV registered?

S245 AWV is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 8 August 1998.

Is S245 AWV safe to buy?

The MOT history for S245 AWV shows 24 tests with a 70.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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