MOT Stats


Vehicle types : Car : Volkswagen : Golf : 1998

Volkswagen Golf 1998

Tests: 1,403

Pass rate: 56.52%

Most common fail reasons

#ReasonFail codeCategory%
1Suspension pin, bush, joint or bearing excessively worn.5.3.4(a)(i)Major16%
2Position lamp missing or inoperative.4.2.1(a)(ii)Major11%
3Emissions levels exceed default limits.8.2.1.2(b)Major10%
4Excessive corrosion to, or weakened structure near any suspension mounting.5.3.6(a)(i)Major10%
5Emissions lambda coefficient outwith limits.8.2.1.2(c)Major9%
6Emissions levels exceed the manufacturer's specified limits.8.2.1.2(a)Major9%
7Headlamp aim outwith limits.4.1.2(a)Major9%
8Suspension spring broken or seriously weakened.5.3.1(b)(i)Major8%
9Wiper blade missing or not clearing the windscreen.3.4(b)(ii)Major8%
10Anti-lock braking system warning device shows system malfunction.1.6(b)Major8%
Tests date range:
10th February 2023 to 9th February 2024

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