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A2 DRP

1999 Volkswagen Golf

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2018
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

234,647 mi
Last recorded234,647 miles
Recorded on9 May 2017
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Golf99,378 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA2 DRP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 May 2017 234,647 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Oil leak ()

Fail 8 May 2017 234,641 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 4 May 2016 230,651 miles

centre exhaust mount corroded and separated from exhaust

front brake hoses cracking

front coil springs corroded

o/s outer sill damaged

o/s/f and n/s/f wheel arches corroded

o/s/f seatbelt fluffing

rear coil springs corroded

slight play in steering rack inner joints

Fail 8 Jun 2015 213,705 miles

o/s/f seat belt fluffing

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

all coil springs corroded

centre exhaust securing bracket corroded/seperated from exhaust

corrosion evident on o/s/f and n/s/f wheelarches

front brake hoses cracking

front tyres scrubbed out on inner edges

o/s outersill damaged

rear tyres worn lower on inner edges

Pass 8 Jun 2015 213,705 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

all coil springs corroded

centre exhaust securing bracket corroded/seperated from exhaust

corrosion evident on o/s/f and n/s/f wheelarches

front brake hoses cracking

front tyres scrubbed out on inner edges

o/s outersill damaged

o/s/f seat belt fluffing

rear tyres worn lower on inner edges

Pass 12 Jun 2014 200,169 miles

Corrosion to all coil springs

Corrosion to o/s/f wheel arch

Damage to o/s outer sill

General corrosion to rear axle beam

Service wear to all brake discs

Some deterioration to front brake hoses

Some deterioration to rear axle beam bushes

Somecorrosion to metal brake pipes

Pass 13 Jun 2013 193,949 miles

Both front tyres wearing unevenly. worn close to limits and bald on inner edges

Damage to o/s sill

General corrosion to all coil springs

General corrosion to rear brake hose ferules

Lift in macpherson strut tops

Service wear to front brake discs

Some uneven application to front brakes

Pass 14 Jun 2012 188,168 miles

Centre of exhaust loose and missing one clamp

Offside side sill damaged

Pass 28 Jun 2011 177,661 miles

Advise damage to O/S outer sill

Advise rear discs in poor condition

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 27 Jun 2011 177,544 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Advise damage to O/S outer sill

Advise rear discs in poor condition

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 29 Jun 2010 159,557 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 140,417 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2009 140,417 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Jul 2008 128,996 miles

Oil leak

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

Fail 1 Jul 2008 128,996 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Oil leak

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

Pass 2 Jul 2007 107,540 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 93,994 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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A2 DRP is a 1999 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

Across all 1999 Volkswagen Golf models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.6% with a typical mileage of 99,378 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 A2 DRP, 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 27 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 A2 DRP registered?

A2 DRP is a 1999 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 20 January 1999.

Is A2 DRP safe to buy?

The MOT history for A2 DRP shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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