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G281 COY

1990 Volkswagen Jetta

Blue Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jun 2027
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

56,476 mi
Last recorded56,476 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2026
Typical for 1990 Volkswagen Jetta113,009 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG281 COY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2026 56,476 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2022 86,147 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2021 83,817 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2021 83,817 miles

Rear fog lamp obviously incorrectly positioned (4.5.4 (a))

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Jetta?

Based on 438,127 MOT tests across 37,562 vehicles.

76.7%
Pass Rate
7,762
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
37,562
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 8,560
coil spring broken 4,403
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,922
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 3,404
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 3,196
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G281 COY is a 1990 Volkswagen Jetta in Blue with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1990 Volkswagen Jetta models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.9% with a typical mileage of 113,009 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Jetta fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 8,560 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G281 COY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Jetta typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 36 years old, this Volkswagen Jetta is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of G281 COY?

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What year was G281 COY registered?

G281 COY is a 1990 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 11 May 1990.

Is G281 COY safe to buy?

The MOT history for G281 COY shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does G281 COY have outstanding finance?

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