1999 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF1.8L Petrol
VOLKSWAGEN GOLF (1999, Petrol, 1800cc) — mileage recorded at 135,945. MOT status: not recorded. Road tax: not taxed. Check full history before buying.
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 1999
- Engine
- 1800cc
MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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Technical Specifications
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Full MOT History
This 1999 Volkswagen Golf (S133 CPN) has a recorded MOT history spanning from November 2021 to December 2021, with 3 MOT tests on record.
The vehicle has achieved an overall 33% pass rate, with 1 pass and 2 failures recorded. Given the frequent MOT failures, it is worth checking if major repairs have been properly addressed.
The most commonly flagged areas across all MOT tests are: Tyres (2 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues), Brakes (2 issues). These areas are worth paying attention to when inspecting this vehicle.
There are 2 advisory notices in the MOT history. Advisories are not failures but indicate areas that may need attention in the future.
A total of 6 failure items have been recorded across all tests. Recent failure items include: “Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))”; “Emissions oxygen sensor obviously defective (8.2.2.1 (a))”; “Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))”.
Buyer's Guide & Inspection Advisory
Expert automotive synthesis from historical MOT defect records and market benchmarks.
Our Verdict
Proceed with extreme caution. This vehicle shows a recurring pattern of neglected maintenance and multiple high-severity MOT failures that suggest a history of reactive rather than proactive care.
If you are considering this Golf, your primary focus should be on the mechanical health of the engine and the integrity of the exhaust system. The MOT history shows multiple failures related to high carbon monoxide levels and a defective oxygen sensor. Demand proof of recent sensor replacement and a clean emissions test.
Furthermore, do not take the current 'Pass' at face value. Given the history of 'dangerous' tyre tread depths and 'major' lighting failures, you must personally inspect the condition of all four tyres, all exterior bulbs, and the brake pads. Check the service history thoroughly for evidence of oil leak repairs, as this has been a recurring advisory since at least 2018.
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Data Sources
DVSA
Official MOT test logs & failure reasons
DVLA
Tax, registration & powertrain specs
Experian
Finance, stolen markers & total loss
AI Analysis
Historical fault & advisory patterns
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