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G802 COY

1990 Volkswagen Unknown

White Petrol 2300cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Aug 2026
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

389,296 mi
Last recorded389,296 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2025
Typical for 1990 Volkswagen Unknown119,074 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG802 COY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelUnknown
Year1990
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,300cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2025 389,296 miles

Nearside Rear Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively inner ON LIMIT (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 13 Aug 2024 386,219 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2024 386,023 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth cracked (1.1.2 (c))

Electrical wiring insulation so damaged or deteriorated it is likely to cause a short-circuit under steering colmn (4.11 (c) (ii))

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Jun 2023 381,195 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 13 Jun 2023 381,193 miles

Nearside Rear All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Unknown?

Based on 11,543 MOT tests across 2,777 vehicles.

80.0%
Pass Rate
3,793
Miles/Year
61
Year Lifespan
2,777
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 74
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 72
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G802 COY is a 1990 Volkswagen Unknown in White with a 2,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1990 Volkswagen Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.3% with a typical mileage of 119,074 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Unknown fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 74 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G802 COY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Unknown typically stays on UK roads for around 61 years. At 36 years old, this Volkswagen Unknown is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was G802 COY registered?

G802 COY is a 1990 Volkswagen Unknown, first registered on 31 December 1990.

Is G802 COY safe to buy?

The MOT history for G802 COY shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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