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S251 KNK

1998 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2016
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

103,895 mi
Last recorded103,895 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2015
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen Golf100,017 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS251 KNK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2015 103,895 miles

exhaust emissions on limit

exhuast blowing from front flexi section

offside front tyre has slight buldge

some oil loss

Pass 19 Feb 2014 95,980 miles

Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Oil leak

o/s/r wheel slightly stiff/grabing

Pass 23 Feb 2013 89,496 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

O.S.R Brake has slghtly restricted free movement

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Oil leak

Fail 20 Feb 2013 89,496 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

O.S.R Brake has slghtly restricted free movement

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Oil leak

Pass 20 Feb 2012 86,049 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

Pass 4 Jan 2011 81,627 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2009 72,109 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2008 61,340 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 Aug 2007 52,015 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2006 44,245 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 KNK is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 KNK, 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 S251 KNK registered?

S251 KNK is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 27 August 1998.

Is S251 KNK safe to buy?

The MOT history for S251 KNK shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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