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S251 KAJ

1998 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Diesel 1900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

115,100 mi
Last recorded115,100 miles
Recorded on30 May 2013
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen Golf100,017 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS251 KAJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,900cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 May 2013 115,100 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2011 107,254 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2010 100,887 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2010 100,887 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 30 Sep 2009 93,026 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2008 84,914 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2007 78,839 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2006 74,115 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2005 70,602 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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S251 KAJ is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,900cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 S251 KAJ, 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 S251 KAJ?

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What year was S251 KAJ registered?

S251 KAJ is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 16 November 1998.

Is S251 KAJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for S251 KAJ shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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