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1996 GOLF 1.9 TDI Get Report
  • Report SAMPLE created 16-Sep-2026 8:56pm.
  • CBC193

    Year 1996 Make  VOLKSWAGEN Model  GOLF Submodel  1.9 TDI

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    • 🚫 Problems — Stop

      • Licence expired 14 days ago on 2nd September 2026. Renew.
      • The vehicle has been issued an exemption licence. The vehicle may be unable to be driven on the road with this licence.
      • The vehicle has been re-registered — de-registered in the past and then registered again. You should determine why this vehicle was re-registered - for example it may have been written off and repaired, or the vehicle licence fees remained unpaid for too long.
      • Registration has lapsed. It has been canceled by the New Zealand Transport Agency usually for the reason being unlicensed for too long.
      • Registration cancellation reason: Vehicle written off by insurer
      • The vehicle's odometer is known to be unreliable.
      • WOF expired 5 days ago on 11th September 2026.
      • The vehicle failed the last WOF inspection on 19th November 2005.
      • Road User Charges (RUC) outstanding. The current RUC licence has exceeded.
      • The vehicle has been imported with structural damage or deterioration at the border check inspection.
      • 🔥 Fire damage 💦 Water damage on 16th August 2026
      • The vehicle has been declared as statutory write-off on 16th August 2026
      • Current owner's address is incorrect. Mail sent by NZTA was returned.
      • The ownership of the vehicle is incomplete. Ownership of this vehicle has not been confirmed by a new owner and therefore the previous owner could still be liable for various fees and fines.
      • Money Owing: There is a matched security interest registered for this vehicle. Although a data match has been found please check the vehicle security details against the actual vehicle. Another person or company may seize this vehicle to pay off the debt in case of a genuine match.
      • This vehicle had been previously written off in Australia.
      • This vehicle has been stolen in Australia.
      • The first odometer reading in New Zealand (11) is lower than the last odometer reading in Japan (197,650). Possible reasons could include: entry error at an inspection time or border check, or around the clock, or a wound-back odometer. Odometer readings are incorrect? You maybe able to fix it.
      • Japan History: at least 1 collision(s) damage has been reported.
      • Japan History: malfunction has been reported.
      • Japan History: there has been water damage reported for the vehicle.
      • Japan History: the vehicle had it's odometer rolled back.
      • Japan History: usage in a contaminated area has been reported.
      • USA History appears to have issues that we've found. Please check below.
      • The first odometer reading in New Zealand (11) is lower than the last odometer reading in USA (80,532). Possible reasons could include: entry error at an inspection time or border check, or around the clock, or a wound-back odometer. Odometer readings are incorrect? You maybe able to fix it.

    • ⚠️ Warnings — Careful

      • Vehicle also failed WOF on: 5th November 2005, 10th November 2004.
      • Ownership has recently changed. The current owner has owned the vehicle since 11th September 2026 (over 5 days ago)
      • There have been 2 ownership changes in the last two months.
      • There have been multiple vehicles found in the Australian motor vehicle register. Please, check carefully if any of them actually match the searched vehicle.
      • This vehicle is affected by the compulsory Takata airbag recall in Australia.
      • Japan History: vehicle has a low safety grade.
      • Japan History: the vehicle has been used for commercial purpose.
      • Japan History: the vehicle was subject of a recall.

    • ⓘ Notes

      • We have found at least one security interest registered for this Australian vehicle's VIN (or chassis) number. It appears it is for a different vehicle but nonetheless please check carefully the details of the vehicle(s) such as make, model, year of manufacture, VIN and chassis and the details of the actual vehicle. In the unlikely event of a match another person or company may seize this vehicle to pay off the debt.
      • Has been listed for sale recently.
    Year: 1996
    Make: VOLKSWAGEN
    Model: GOLF
    Colour: Silver
    Submodel: 1.9 TDI
    Body Style: Car(Small): Hatchback
    VIN:ⓘ Get Report
    Plate:ⓘ CBC193
    Engine No:ⓘ Get Report
    Chassis:ⓘ N/A
    CC rating:ⓘ Get Report
    Fuel Type:ⓘ Get Report
    Reported Stolen?ⓘ Not Stolen. @2026-Sep-16 20:56
    Police Stolen List: No Records. Beware. Updated one hour ago.
    Last Odometer Reading: Get Report
    Reliable Odometer:ⓘ Get Report
    Imported with Damage:ⓘ Get Report
    Subject to RUC:ⓘ Get Report
    Ban Flag: Get Report
    Damage: Get Report
    Statutory Write-off: Get Report
    Outstanding charges? Get Report
    Vehicle Type: Get Report
    Seats: Get Report
    Power:ⓘ Get Report
    Assembly Type:ⓘ Get Report
    Country of Origin:ⓘ Get Report
    Manufacturer: Get Report
    Maximum Rated Towed Mass:ⓘ Get Report
    Fuel Tank Capacity: ~ Get Report ✨
    Full Range:ⓘ ~ Get Report ✨
    Model Code: 1K10J3;
    Variant: 0

    Model Overview ⓘ

    The 1996 Volkswagen Golf 1.9 TDI represents the Mk3 generation of the popular hatchback. This specific submodel is powered by the 1.9-litre turbocharged direct injection diesel engine, known for its fuel efficiency and torque. It sits as a strong contender for those prioritizing economy and a more robust driving feel over outright performance, distinguishing itself within the Golf range by offering a diesel option that was becoming increasingly popular for its running costs.

    📅 Vehicle History Timeline

    🏭
    1996
    Manufactured — 1996
    📋
    1997-May-01
    First Registered Overseas — in Japan
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    1999-May-11 156,998 km
    Auctioned in Japan — HAA Kobe (Grade: R)
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    2000-Sep-20
    Alert — Recall Issued — Other (steering)
    💸
    2000-Oct-10
    Alert — Security Interest Registered — .COM COMPANY
    🇯🇵
    2001-Jul-22 277,607 km
    Auctioned in Japan — USS Nagoya (Grade: 4)
    🇯🇵
    2001-Jul-22
    Alert — Water Damage Recorded — USS Nagoya
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    2004-May-14 11 km
    First Odometer Reading (WOF Inspection)
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    2004-May-26
    First Registered in NZ
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    2004-May-26 11 km
    Owner #1 — GARRY KEITH PROPERTIES LIMITED
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    2004-Nov-10 6,800 km
    Alert — WOF Failed — Fail
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    2004-Nov-23 6,941 km
    WOF Passed — Pass
    📏
    2004-Nov-23 6,941 km
    WOF Inspection
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    2004-Dec-16 6,941 km
    Owner #2 — Individual
    🔍
    2005-Nov-05 23,500 km
    Alert — WOF Failed — Fail
    🚫
    2005-Nov-19
    Alert — The vehicle failed the last WOF inspection on 19th November 2005.
    🔍
    2005-Nov-19 23,648 km
    WOF Passed — Pass
    📏
    2005-Nov-19 23,648 km
    Latest Odometer Reading (WOF Inspection)
    🇺🇸
    2009-Nov-18 158 mi
    Title Record (USA) — Historical title in California
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    2010-May-20
    Alert — Written Off (Australia) — WA Repairable Write-off
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    2010-Jul-08
    Alert — Written Off (Australia) — WA Repairable Write-off
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    2010-Jul-08
    Alert — Written Off (Australia) — WA Inspected
    🇯🇵
    2013-Apr-21
    Alert — Recall Issued — Other (steering)
    🇺🇸
    2014-Nov-10 158 mi
    Title Record (USA) — Historical title in California
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    2015-Feb-18 77,438 mi
    Title Record (USA) — Historical title in California
    🇺🇸
    2015-Feb-18
    Alert — Junk/Salvage/Insurance (USA) — Copart, Inc. (Junk And Salvage)
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    2015-Apr-14 80,532 mi
    Title Record (USA) — Current title in Nebraska
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    2015-Apr-20
    Listed for Sale (USA) — Eastep's Wheels Inc. (Lincoln, NE)
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    2015-Jul-26
    Listed for Sale (USA) — Eastep's Wheels Inc. (Lincoln, NE)
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    2017-Jan-16 197,650 km
    Auctioned in Japan — USS Nagoya (Grade: 5)
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    2017-Jan-16
    Alert — Collision Recorded — USS Nagoya
    📢
    2023-Jul-16
    Listed for sale — NZ$14,500.00, 121,000 Kms, Auckland
    📢
    2024-Jul-16
    Listed for sale — NZ$12,995.00, 142,000 Kms, Waikato
    📢
    2025-Jul-16
    Listed for sale — NZ$11,200.00, 165,000 Kms, Canterbury
    📢
    2026-Feb-16
    Listed for sale — NZ$9,500.00, 178,000 Kms, Wellington
    👑
    2026-Aug-07
    Owner #3 — WATTS MOTORS LIMITED
    ⚠️
    2026-Aug-16
    Alert — Damage Recorded — 🔥 Fire damage 💦 Water damage on 16th August 2026
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    2026-Aug-16
    Alert — The vehicle has been declared as statutory write-off on 16th August 2026
    📢
    2026-Aug-16
    Listed for sale — NZ$8,990.00, 187,000 Kms, Auckland
    👑
    2026-Sep-01
    Owner #4 — REAL CARS LIMITED
    🚫
    2026-Sep-02
    Alert — Licence expired 14 days ago on 2nd September 2026. Renew.
    🚫
    2026-Sep-11
    Alert — WOF expired 5 days ago on 11th September 2026.
    🚫
    2026-Sep-11
    Alert — Current owner's address is incorrect. Mail sent by NZTA was returned.
    🚫
    2026-Sep-11
    Alert — The ownership of the vehicle is incomplete. Ownership of this vehicle has not been confirmed by a new owner and therefore the previous owner could still be liable for various fees and fines.
    ⚠️
    2026-Sep-11
    Alert — Ownership has recently changed. The current owner has owned the vehicle since 11th September 2026 (over 5 days ago)
    👑
    2026-Sep-11 23,648 km
    Owner #5 — PAUL KELLY MOTOR COMPANY LIMITED
    🚫
    2026-Sep-16
    Alert — The vehicle has been issued an exemption licence. The vehicle may be unable to be driven on the road with this licence.
    🚫
    2026-Sep-16
    Alert — The vehicle has been re-registered — de-registered in the past and then registered again. You should determine why this vehicle was re-registered - for example it may have been written off and repaired, or the vehicle licence fees remained unpaid for too long.
    🚫
    2026-Sep-16
    Alert — Registration has lapsed. It has been canceled by the New Zealand Transport Agency usually for the reason being unlicensed for too long.
    🚫
    2026-Sep-16
    Alert — Registration cancellation reason: Vehicle written off by insurer
    🚫
    2026-Sep-16
    Alert — The vehicle's odometer is known to be unreliable.
    ⚠️
    2026-Sep-16
    Alert — Vehicle also failed WOF on: 5th November 2005, 10th November 2004.
    🚫
    2026-Sep-16
    Alert — Road User Charges (RUC) outstanding. The current RUC licence has exceeded.
    🚫
    2026-Sep-16
    Alert — The vehicle has been imported with structural damage or deterioration at the border check inspection.
    ⚠️
    2026-Sep-16
    Alert — There have been 2 ownership changes in the last two months.
    🚫
    2026-Sep-16
    Alert — Money Owing: There is a matched security interest registered for this vehicle. Although a data match has been found please check the vehicle security details against the actual vehicle. Another person or company may seize this vehicle to pay off the debt in case of a genuine match.
    ℹ️
    2026-Sep-16
    Alert — We have found at least one security interest registered for this Australian vehicle's VIN (or chassis) number. It appears it is for a different vehicle but nonetheless please check carefully the details of the vehicle(s) such as make, model, year of manufacture, VIN and chassis and the details of the actual vehicle. In the unlikely event of a match another person or company may seize this vehicle to pay off the debt.
    ⚠️
    2026-Sep-16
    Alert — There have been multiple vehicles found in the Australian motor vehicle register. Please, check carefully if any of them actually match the searched vehicle.
    🚫
    2026-Sep-16
    Alert — This vehicle had been previously written off in Australia.
    🚫
    2026-Sep-16
    Alert — This vehicle has been stolen in Australia.
    ⚠️
    2026-Sep-16
    Alert — This vehicle is affected by the compulsory Takata airbag recall in Australia.
    🚫
    2026-Sep-16
    Alert — The first odometer reading in New Zealand (11) is lower than the last odometer reading in Japan (197,650). Possible reasons could include: entry error at an inspection time or border check, or around the clock, or a wound-back odometer. Odometer readings are incorrect? You maybe able to fix it.
    🚫
    2026-Sep-16
    Alert — Japan History: at least 1 collision(s) damage has been reported.
    🚫
    2026-Sep-16
    Alert — Japan History: malfunction has been reported.
    🚫
    2026-Sep-16
    Alert — Japan History: there has been water damage reported for the vehicle.
    🚫
    2026-Sep-16
    Alert — Japan History: the vehicle had it's odometer rolled back.
    🚫
    2026-Sep-16
    Alert — Japan History: usage in a contaminated area has been reported.
    ⚠️
    2026-Sep-16
    Alert — Japan History: vehicle has a low safety grade.
    ⚠️
    2026-Sep-16
    Alert — Japan History: the vehicle has been used for commercial purpose.
    ⚠️
    2026-Sep-16
    Alert — Japan History: the vehicle was subject of a recall.
    🚫
    2026-Sep-16
    Alert — USA History appears to have issues that we've found. Please check below.
    🚫
    2026-Sep-16
    Alert — The first odometer reading in New Zealand (11) is lower than the last odometer reading in USA (80,532). Possible reasons could include: entry error at an inspection time or border check, or around the clock, or a wound-back odometer. Odometer readings are incorrect? You maybe able to fix it.

    💸 Money Owing and Security Interests?

    🩺 Vehicle Fitness

    Subject to WOF?ⓘ Get Report
    Last Inspection:ⓘ Get Report
    Inspection Result:ⓘ Get Report
    WOF Expiry: Get Report
    Subject to COF?ⓘ Get Report

    🪪 Registration and Licence

    Licence Type:ⓘ Get Report
    Licence Expiry: Get Report
    Licence Issued On: Get Report
    Continuous Licence: Get Report

    Plates History

    Plate Effective Date
    CBC193 26-May-2004
    Registration Status:ⓘ Get Report
    Plate:ⓘ CBC193
    Plate Type: Get Report
    Origin: Get Report
    Used as: Get Report
    Cause of Latest Registration: Get Report
    NZ First Registration: Get Report
    NZ Last Registration: Get Report
    Cancellation Reason: Get Report
    Was Registered Overseas? Get Report
    Registered previously in:ⓘ Get Report
    First Overseas Registration: Get Report
    Renew Licence

    Odometer

    • Reliable Odometer:ⓘ Get Report
      Inconsistent Odometer?ⓘ Get Report
      Last Odometer Reading: Get Report
      Usage Level: Get Report

      Odometer Readings

      2017-Jan-16 • 197,650 Km
      Japan: USS Nagoya
      2015-Apr-14 • 80,532 Miles
      USA title: Nebraska
      2015-Feb-18 • 77,438 Miles
      USA title: California
      2014-Nov-10 • 158 Miles
      USA title: California
      2009-Nov-18 • 158 Miles
      USA title: California
      2005-Nov-19 • 23,648 Km
      WOF Inspection 11Km/day
      2005-Nov-05 • 23,500 Km
      ⚠️ Failed WOF Inspection 48Km/day • $3.35/day at $0.88/litre
      2004-Nov-23 • 6,941 Km
      WOF Inspection 11Km/day
      2004-Nov-10 • 6,800 Km
      ⚠️ Failed WOF Inspection 38Km/day • $2.32/day at $0.77/litre
      2004-May-14 • 11 Km
      WOF Inspection
      2001-Jul-22 • 277,607 Km
      Japan: USS Nagoya
      1999-May-11 • 156,998 Km
      Japan: HAA Kobe
      more...
    Odometer readings are incorrect? You maybe able to fix it.

    👑 Ownership History

    🇦🇺 Australian Vehicle Write-off Damage, Stolen and Money Owing Information?

    • We have found at least one security interest registered for this Australian vehicle's VIN (or chassis) number. It appears it is for a different vehicle but nonetheless please check carefully the details of the vehicle(s) such as make, model, year of manufacture, VIN and chassis and the details of the actual vehicle. In the unlikely event of a match another person or company may seize this vehicle to pay off the debt.
    • We have found no matches amongst 6 collaterals in financing statements lodged against this vehicle in Australia. But please check carefully.
    • Registration #
      201202170002371
      2012, Feb 17
      Security expires 2019, Feb 17
      🧑 Human Check Required
      1997 HOLDEN VS COMMODORE in Green
      VIN: 6MMTR4D41NT045110
      Address For Service
      Nadia Monteith
      Secured Party
      ACN 050086783
      Grantor
      ACN 001318001
    • Registration #
      201202280005710
      2012, Feb 28
      Security expires 2019, Feb 27
      🧑 Human Check Required
      1997 HOLDEN VS COMMODORE in Green
      VIN: KMHJN81BR8U799533
      Address For Service
      Capital Finance Australia Limited - Wholesale
      Secured Party
      CAPITAL FINANCE AUSTRALIA LIMITED
      ABN 23 069 663 136
      Grantor
      ACN 444444444
    • Registration #
      201203020000136
      2012, Mar 02
      Security expires 2019, Mar 02
      🧑 Human Check Required
      1997 HOLDEN VS COMMODORE in Green
      VIN: kmhjn81br8u799533
      Address For Service
      Newtest001
      Secured Party
      EPIC WRIGHT HEATON PTY LTD
      ACN 000105233
      Grantor
    • Registration #
      201302190000092
      2013, Feb 19
      Security expires 2020, Feb 19
      🧑 Human Check Required
      1997 HOLDEN VS COMMODORE in Green
      VIN: KMHJN81BR8U799533
      Address For Service
      Kiran
      Secured Party
      ACN 000000073
      Grantor
      ACN 000105233
    • Registration #
      201311280000086
      2013, Nov 28
      Security expires 2020, Nov 28
      🧑 Human Check Required
      1997 HOLDEN VS COMMODORE in Green
      VIN: KMHJN81BR8U799533
      Address For Service
      Leigh Elvins
      Secured Party
      MARTIN & DONNA TYE
      ABN 76142037106
      Grantor
    • Registration #
      201611150000074
      2016, Nov 15
      Security expires 2023, Nov 15
      🧑 Human Check Required
      1997 HOLDEN VS COMMODORE in Green
      VIN: KMHJN81BR8U799533
      Address For Service
      Sohil Sanghadia
      Secured Party
      VEDA ADVANTAGE (AUSTRALIA) PTY LIMITED
      ABN 24065818939

    • Written-off in Australia

      • HOLDEN VS COMMODORE 1997 in Green
        Engine #: VU652511, Type: CAR / PASSENGER VEHICLE, Jurisdiction: WA, Plate: G3HDT

        • WA, 08 Jul 2010, Repairable Write-off
          • H14A [Hail | Whole vehicle | Heavy panel]
          • I06B [Impact | Passenger side | Light panel]
          • M40O [Malicious/vandalism/stripped | Airbag curtain | Smoke and heat]
        • WA, 08 Jul 2010, Inspected
          • H14A [Hail | Whole vehicle | Heavy panel]
        • WA, 20 May 2010, Repairable Write-off
          • H14A [Hail | Whole vehicle | Heavy panel]

      • VAUXHALL OMEGA 1997 in Blue
        Engine #: VU652511, Type: CAR / PASSENGER VEHICLE, Jurisdiction: NSW, Plate: G3HDT

        • WA, 08 Jul 2010, Repairable Write-off
          • H14A [Hail | Whole vehicle | Heavy panel]
        • WA, 08 Jul 2010, Inspected
          • H14A [Hail | Whole vehicle | Heavy panel]
        • WA, 20 May 2010, Repairable Write-off
          • Refer to jurisdiction for details

      Stolen in Australia

      • HOLDEN VS COMMODORE 1997 in Green
        Engine #: VU652511, Type: CAR / PASSENGER VEHICLE, Jurisdiction: WA, Plate: G3HDT

        • Engine, 09 May 2005, WA, POL JUR-W REF-200554822
        • Plate, 09 May 2005, WA, POL JUR-W REF-200554822
        • VIN, 09 May 2005, WA, POL JUR-W REF-200554822

      • VAUXHALL OMEGA 1997 in Blue
        Engine #: VU652511, Type: CAR / PASSENGER VEHICLE, Jurisdiction: NSW, Plate: G3HDT

        • Chassis, 09 May 2005, WA, POL JUR-W REF-200554822
        • VIN, 09 May 2005, WA, POL JUR-W REF-200554822

      Vehicle Recall Information

      This vehicle is identified as being affected by the compulsory Takata airbag recall in Australia.

      Please check the vehicle’s recall status on the manufacturer’s website or by contacting them directly or by entering your registration details at www.ismyairbagsafe.com.au.

      Faulty airbags can kill or seriously injure you and your passengers.

      For more information about the compulsory Takata recall see www.productsafety.gov.au/recalls.

    🛣️ Road User Charges (RUC) History

    • Outstanding charges? Get Report
      RUC Licence: Get Report
      Issued: Get Report
      Measuring Device: Get Report
      RUC Weight: Get Report
      Licence Type:ⓘ Get Report
      Vehicle Type:ⓘ Get Report

    • RUC History

      Issued Licence Cover
      2015-Jul-27 #227372928  Distance 85,000 — 90,000 Km
      2013-May-01 #227241792  Distance 90,000 — 95,000 Km
      2013-Apr-18 #226818695  Distance 95,000 — 100,000 Km
      2013-Apr-18 #227753054  Distance 100,000 — 105,000 Km
      2010-Aug-26 #227978058  Distance 105,000 — 110,000 Km
      2010-Aug-26 #228111108  Distance 110,000 — 115,000 Km
    • Get Report Buy RUC

    🇳🇿 NZ Marketplace Listing History for This Vehicle

    • NZ$8,990.00 ~21 days on market

      16-Aug-2026 ~ 6 months since previous
      187,000 Kms · Auckland

    • NZ$9,500.00 ~45 days on market

      16-Feb-2026 ~ 7 months since previous
      178,000 Kms · Wellington

    • NZ$11,200.00 ~30 days on market

      16-Jul-2025 ~ one year since previous
      165,000 Kms · Canterbury

    • NZ$12,995.00 ~60 days on market

      16-Jul-2024 ~ one year since previous
      142,000 Kms · Waikato

    • NZ$14,500.00 ~14 days on market

      16-Jul-2023
      121,000 Kms · Auckland

    ⛽ Fuel Economy

    • or of city commute.
    • litres/100km or $/year
    • There is no fuel economy data for this vehicle.

    🦺 Vehicle Safety

    • Adult Occupant Protection:
    • Child Occupant Protection:
    • Vulnerable Road User Protection:
    • Safety Assist:
    • Safe Driving: %
    • Crash Avoidance:ⓘ %
    • Crash Protection: %
    • Post Crash: %
    • Driver Safety:ⓘ
    • Other Road User Safety:ⓘ
    • Crash Avoidance:ⓘ
    • This vehicle has no safety rating available.
    • View Safety Report

    ☠ Carbon Dioxide Emissions

    • grams/km or tonnes/year
    • Pollutants tested
    • No emission data available.

    🌱 Clean Vehicle

    • No emission data available.

    🦺 Safety Features

    fitted   not fitted

    ⛽ Driving Range

    ⛽ 55 L
    ⛽ 688 km
    1,200 km ⓘ
    • Combined range is based on a full fuel tank under typical driving conditions.

    What Goes Wrong ⓘ

    1996 Golf 1.9 TDI (Mk3, typically 1Z/AHU) is generally robust but age-related issues are common in NZ imports.

    • Cooling system plastics (thermostat housing, coolant flanges, radiator end tanks): common with age; can cause sudden coolant loss/overheating. Often shows up 150,000 km+ or simply due to age.
    • Turbo/boost control faults: sticky VNT is more a later TDI issue, but these wastegated turbos can still suffer from boost leaks, tired actuators, or N75 valve issues; moderate frequency on high-km cars (200,000 km+).
    • Injection pump (Bosch VE) leaks: common with age (top cover/shaft seals) leading to diesel smell, hard starting, air ingress; often 200,000 km+ or long storage.
    • Glow plug system faults: glow plugs, relay, or wiring causing hard cold starts; common and usually minor.
    • MAF sensor degradation (if fitted depending on exact engine management): can cause low power/smoke; moderate frequency.
    • Timing belt neglect: critical—if history is unknown, assume overdue. Belt/tensioner/water pump failure can cause major engine damage; risk increases if intervals ignored.
    • Clutch wear and dual-mass flywheel: many Mk3 TDIs are solid flywheel, but if DMF present it can rattle/fail; clutch wear common 250,000 km+.
    • Suspension/steering wear: front control arm bushes, ball joints, tie-rod ends, wheel bearings; very common at this age.
    • Electrical/trim age issues: window regulators, central locking vacuum pump/actuators, instrument cluster faults; common but usually not immobilising.
    • Rust: varies by origin and coastal use; check sills, guards, tailgate, floor, and windscreen surrounds; can be significant on neglected cars.

    Reliability & Serviceability ⓘ

    Reliability: 6 out of 10610
    Reliability

    The 1.9 TDI itself is long-lived if serviced (oil, filters, timing belt), but at 30 years old most reliability risk comes from age-related cooling system failures, injection pump seal leaks, and neglected timing belt history, plus general suspension/electrical wear. Well-maintained examples can be dependable; neglected ones can become a constant-fix car.

    Serviceability: 7 out of 10710
    Serviceability

    Mechanically straightforward (older VE-pump TDI, good access compared with newer cars) and many service parts are readily available in NZ through Euro specialists and aftermarket suppliers. However, some model-specific trim/electrical parts can be harder due to age, and correct timing belt/injection/diagnostics benefit from VW diesel experience.

    Service Schedule ⓘ

    • Engine oil and oil filter service
      15,000km · 🔁 1y · Maintenance
      Replace engine oil and oil filter every 15,000 km or 12 months, whichever occurs first. For New Zealand conditions with frequent short trips, towing, dusty roads, or extended idling, consider reducing interval to 10,000 km.
    • Inspection service
      30,000km · 🔁 2y · Inspection
      Inspect air filter, fuel filter, brake pads and discs, suspension, steering, driveshaft boots, exhaust system, battery, lights, and fluid levels. Rotate tyres if required.
    • Major service
      60,000km · 🔁 4y · Maintenance
      Replace engine oil and filter, air filter, fuel filter, cabin filter if fitted, and inspect auxiliary drive belts, cooling system, brakes, and suspension components.
    • Timing belt replacement
      90,000km · 🔁 6y · Critical maintenance
      Replace timing belt, tensioner, and idler rollers. Strongly recommended to inspect or replace water pump at the same time. This is critical on the 1.9 TDI engine to prevent severe engine damage.
    • Major service with transmission check
      120,000km · 🔁 8y · Maintenance
      Carry out major service items and inspect gearbox oil level/condition, clutch operation, CV joints, wheel bearings, and engine mounts.
    • Timing belt repeat and full inspection
      150,000km · 🔁 10y · Critical maintenance
      Repeat timing belt service if not already done by age/mileage interval. Replace engine oil and filters, inspect turbocharger hoses, intercooler pipework, glow plugs, and diesel injection system for leaks or wear.
    • Brake fluid replacement
      30,000km · 🔁 2y · Fluid service
      Replace brake fluid every 2 years regardless of mileage.
    • Coolant inspection/replacement
      60,000km · 🔁 4y · Fluid service
      Inspect coolant condition regularly and replace with correct VW-spec coolant if service history is unknown or coolant is contaminated/aged.
    • Manual transmission oil inspection
      60,000km · 🔁 4y · Inspection
      Inspect for leaks and check condition of manual transmission oil. Replace if contaminated or if shifting quality has deteriorated.
    • Air filter replacement
      20,000km · 🔁 2y · Maintenance
      Replace air filter approximately every 20,000–30,000 km depending on driving environment, sooner in dusty New Zealand rural conditions.
    • Fuel filter replacement
      30,000km · 🔁 2y · Maintenance
      Replace diesel fuel filter every 30,000 km or 2 years to protect injection components and maintain performance.

    🇯🇵 Japan Vehicle Information and History

    Created: 01-Jan-1970 12:00pm Completed: 16-Sep-2026 8:56pm

    Vehicle Details

    Chassis number ⓘ YK12-503641
    Manufacture date N/A
    Make MITSUOKA
    Model Viewt
    Body DBA-YK12
    Submodel 15LX
    Engine HR15DE
    Drive FF(front engine, front-wheel drive)
    Transmission CVT

    Summary

    Title Information ⓘ 🚫 Deregistered
    Accident 🚫 Accident detected
    Odometer Rollback 🚫 Rollback detected
    Recall 🚫 Recall detected
    Safety Grade ⚠️ Questionable, see below
    Average Market Price in Japan $11,358 ¥1,014,000
    Contamination Risk 🚫 Reported
    Used in Contaminated Region ⓘ 🚫 Reported
    Failed Contamination Test? ⓘ ✔ Not reported
    Commercial Usage ⚠️ Reported

    Accident History

    • Collisions ⓘ

      🚫 One collision reported

      Date reported Source Problem Scale Airbag
      2017-01-16 USS Nagoya None Negative - Deflated

    • Malfunctions

      🚫 One malfunction reported

      Date reported Source Problem Scale Airbag
      1999-05-11 HAA Kobe Small OK

    • Thefts

      ✔ No thefts reported

    • Fire damages

      ✔ No fire damages reported

    • Water damages

      🚫 One water damage reported

      Date reported Source Problem Scale Airbag
      2001-07-22 USS Nagoya Repaired Negative - Deflated

    • Hail damages

      ✔ No hail damages reported

    Detailed History ⓘ

    Date
    Action
    Location
    Source
    		 Mileage
    N/A
    Manufactured
    N/A
    MITSUOKA
    		N/A
    2012-07
    First registration
    N/A
    MLIT ⓘ
    		N/A
    1997-09-06
    Last registration
    Naniwa
    MLIT ⓘ
    		N/A
    1999-05-11
    Auctioned
    Chiba
    HAA Kobe
    		156,998
    2001-07-22
    Auctioned
    Kanagawa
    USS Nagoya
    		277,607
    2017-01-16
    Auctioned
    Ibaraki
    USS Nagoya
    		197,650

    Odometer History

    Date
    Source
    		 Mileage
    1999-05-11
    HAA Kobe
    		 156,998
    2001-07-22
    USS Nagoya
    		 277,607
    2017-01-16
    USS Nagoya
    		 197,650

    Recall History

    • Affected Part: Other (steering)

      Date: 2000-09-20 Source: MLIT

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    • Affected Part: Other (steering)

      Date: 2013-04-21 Source: MLIT

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    Vehicle Specification

    1st gear ratio N/A
    2nd gear ratio 1.79
    3rd gear ratio 3.42
    4th gear ratio 2.92
    5th gear ratio N/A
    6th gear ratio 1.05
    Additional notes 1.96
    Airbag position 3.40
    Body rear overhang 754.00
    Body type BOX TYPE
    Chassis number embossing position LEFT SIDE UP LIGHT FLOOR PANEL LENGTH SURFACE
    Classification code 8,993.00
    Cylinders N/A
    Displacement N/A
    Electric engine maximum torque 7350(150)
    Electric engine maximum output 1.90
    Electric engine type 53(80)
    Electric engine power 2900(260)
    Engine maximum torque 176/4400( NET)
    Engine maximum power 81/6000( NET)
    Engine model FS
    Frame type SOLID STRUCTURE
    Front shaft weight 550.00
    Front shock absorber type 筒 SHAPE複動 TYPE
    Front stabilizer type TORSION BAR TYPE
    Front tires size 195/60R16 89H
    Front tread 1,502.00
    Fuel consumption N/A
    Fuel tank equipment 100.00
    Grade data 5-DOOR,CVT,F,DOHC EFI
    Height N/A
    Length 4,144.00
    Main brakes type N/A
    Make TOYOTA
    Maximum speed 168.00
    Minimum ground clearance N/A
    Minimum turning radius 4.60
    Model data N/A
    Model code N/A
    Mufflers number 主:1 副:1
    Rear shaft weight 460.00
    Rear shock absorber type 筒 SHAPE複動 TYPE
    Rear stabilizer type TORSION BAR TYPE
    Rear tires size 185/70R14 88S
    Rear tread N/A
    Reverse ratio N/A
    Riding capacity 8.00
    Side brakes type MACHINE CAR WHEEL制動 SHAPE( DRUM TYPE)
    Specification code N/A
    Stopping distance 48(100)
    Transmission type N/A
    Weight N/A
    Wheel alignment 2 WHEELー DRIVE2 WHEEL
    Wheelbase N/A
    Width 1,824.00

    Vehicle Assessment ⓘ

    Safety grade
    Front passenger's seat
    Points N/A
    Evaluation
    Goal average 86.00%
    Driver's seat
    Points 36.92
    Evaluation
    Goal average N/A
    Braking Performance ⓘ
    Dry stop distance 41.50 m
    Wet stop distance N/A

    Auction History

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    • 1999-05-11 • HAA Kobe

      1995 NISSAN PRIUS in SILVER
      Body: ZGE20G
      Grade: R
      Lot # 88179178
      Outcome: Available
      Odometer: 156,998
      Transmission: IA
      Displacement: 1600

    • 2001-07-22 • USS Nagoya

      2005 HONDA STEPWGN in GUNMETAL
      Body: ZGE20G
      Grade: 4.0
      Lot # 975222361
      Outcome: Unsold
      Odometer: 277,607
      Transmission: F5
      Displacement: 3000

    • 2017-01-16 • USS Nagoya

      2002 TOYOTA INSIGHT in PEARL
      Body: ZGE20G
      Grade: 5.0
      Lot # 480616450
      Outcome: Available
      Odometer: 197,650
      Transmission: F5
      Displacement: 1600

    🇺🇸 USA Vehicle Information and History

    Problems

    2009 LINCOLN MKX

    Trim: AWD
    Style: SPORT UTILITY 4-DR
    Steering Type: R&P
    Tank Size: 20.00 gallon
    City Mileage: 15 miles/gallon
    Highway Mileage: 22 miles/gallon
    Standard Seating: 5
    Optional Seating: No data
    Made in: CANADA
    Engine: 3.5L V6 DOHC 24V
    Anti-Brake System: 4-Wheel ABS
    Length: 186.50 in.
    Height: 67.50 in.
    Width: 75.80 in.

    • Title Records Source: NMVTIS

      • 2015-04-14
        Current
        2LMDU88C29BJ03306
        80,532 Miles
      • 2015-02-18
        Historical
        2LMDU88C29BJ03306
        77,438 Miles
      • 2014-11-10
        Historical
        2LMDU88C29BJ03306
        158 Miles
      • 2009-11-18
        Historical
        2LMDU88C29BJ03306
        158 Miles

    • Junk / Salvage / Insurance Records Source: NMVTIS

      • 2015-02-18
        Junk And Salvage
        TO BE DETERMINED
        Intended for Export: No
        Copart, Inc.
        Fairfield, CA
        Phone: 7076395294
      • 2015-02-18
        Junk And Salvage
        SOLD
        Intended for Export: No
        Copart, Inc.
        Fairfield, CA
        Phone: 7076395294

    • Accident Records Source: VA

      • No records found

    • Sale Records

      • 2015-07-26
        Seller:
        Eastep's Wheels Inc. (Dealer)
        Lincoln, NE 68521
        Listing Details:
        Listed for Sale
        Price: US$15,995
        Year: 2009 Colour: Silver
        Mileage: 80,532 miles
      • 2015-04-20
        Seller:
        Eastep's Wheels Inc. (Dealer)
        Lincoln, NE 68521
        Listing Details:
        Listed for Sale
        Price: US$16,995
        Year: 2009 Colour: Silver
        Mileage: 80,532 miles

    • Theft Records Source: NVS

      Contact the NICB for details regarding this vehicle theft at (USA) 800-447-6282 x2 or [email protected]

      • 2015-01-04
        Theft Recovery
        Inactive
        CA
        09 LINC
        National Insurance Crime Bureau
        800-447-6282
        www.nicb.org
        Des Plaines IL 60018
      • 2015-01-04
        Theft
        Active
        CA
        09 LINC
        National Insurance Crime Bureau
        800-447-6282
        www.nicb.org
        Des Plaines IL 60018

    • Lien / Impound / Export Records Source: VA

      • 2015-02-15
        Impound
        2LMDU88C29BJ03306

    • Problem Checks Source: NMVTIS Total Issues: 0

      • no issues found
        Flood damage
      • no issues found
        Fire damage
      • no issues found
        Hail damage
      • no issues found
        Salt water damage
      • no issues found
        Vandalism
      • no issues found
        Kit
      • no issues found
        Dismantled
      • no issues found
        Junk
      • no issues found
        Rebuilt
      • no issues found
        Reconstructed
      • no issues found
        Salvage: Damage or Not Specified
      • no issues found
        Salvage: Stolen
      • no issues found
        Salvage: Reasons Other Than Damage or Stolen
      • no issues found
        Test Vehicle
      • no issues found
        Refurbished
      • no issues found
        Collision
      • no issues found
        Salvage Retention
      • no issues found
        Prior Taxi
      • no issues found
        Prior Police
      • no issues found
        Original Taxi
      • no issues found
        Original Police
      • no issues found
        Remanufactured
      • no issues found
        Gray Market
      • no issues found
        Warranty Return
      • no issues found
        Antique
      • no issues found
        Classic
      • no issues found
        Agricultural Vehicle
      • no issues found
        Logging Vehicle
      • no issues found
        Street Rod
      • no issues found
        Vehicle Contains Reissued VIN
      • no issues found
        Replica
      • no issues found
        Totaled
      • no issues found
        Owner Retained
      • no issues found
        Bond Posted
      • no issues found
        Memorandum Copy
      • no issues found
        Parts Only
      • no issues found
        Recovered Theft
      • no issues found
        Undisclosed Lien
      • no issues found
        Prior Owner Retained
      • no issues found
        Vehicle Non-conformity Uncorrected
      • no issues found
        Vehicle Non-conformity Corrected
      • no issues found
        Vehicle Safety Defect Uncorrected
      • no issues found
        Vehicle Safety Defect Corrected
      • no issues found
        VIN Replaced
      • no issues found
        Gray Market => Non-compliant
      • no issues found
        Gray Market => Compliant
      • no issues found
        Manufacturer Buy Back
      • no issues found
        Former Rental
      • no issues found
        Disclosed Damage
      • no issues found
        Prior Non-Repairable / Repaired
      • no issues found
        Crushed
      • no issues found
        Odometer: Actual
      • no issues found
        Odometer: Not Actual
      • no issues found
        Odometer: Tampering Verified
      • no issues found
        Odometer: Exempt from Odometer Disclosure
      • no issues found
        Odometer: Exceeds Mechanical Limits
      • no issues found
        Odometer: May be Altered
      • no issues found
        Odometer: Replaced
      • no issues found
        Odometer: Reading at Time of Renewal
      • no issues found
        Odometer: Discrepancy
      • no issues found
        Odometer: Call Title Division
      • no issues found
        Odometer: Exceeds Mechanical Limits Rectified
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    🧾 Running Costs

    Total Costs
    NZ$4,698.00
    + RUC
    per 14,000 Km per year
    Total per month NZ$391.00
    Total per day NZ$13.00
    Total per 100 Km NZ$34.00
    Fixed Costs NZ$209.00
    per year
    Licence
    most common fee is used as exact figure is unavailable
    		 NZ$109.00
    WOF/COF NZ$100.00
    Flexible Costs
    NZ$4,488.00
    +RUC
    per 14,000 Km
    Fuel
    8.00 litres/100km
    		NZ$3,021.00
    NZ$2.70 per litre
    Road User Charges Unknown
    Servicing NZ$997.00
    Tyres NZ$360.00
    Engine Oil NZ$110.00
    • Note, the running costs do not include depreciation and insurance.

    Tax Receipt

    Amount NZ$9.99
    GST Number 82-104-453
    Email [email protected]
    Postal P.O.Box 37704, Parnell, Auckland 1151, New Zealand
    Description
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