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J11 BRN

1992 Volkswagen Golf

Red Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jun 2027
Tests28 (22 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

43,884 mi
Last recorded43,884 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 1992 Volkswagen Golf113,553 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ11 BRN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

22 pass 6 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 43,884 miles
Pass 19 May 2025 43,864 miles
Fail 19 May 2025 43,858 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Jun 2024 43,543 miles
Pass 22 May 2023 42,802 miles
Fail 19 May 2023 42,802 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested due to fluid leak (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system to rear (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 May 2022 42,200 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2021 41,568 miles
Pass 21 May 2020 40,022 miles
Pass 20 May 2019 39,392 miles
Pass 25 May 2018 38,638 miles
Fail 25 May 2018 38,638 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Jun 2017 37,559 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2016 36,529 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 35,575 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 34,666 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 28 May 2013 33,521 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 32,273 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 30,704 miles
Pass 24 May 2010 29,380 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 1 Jun 2009 27,668 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2009 27,668 miles

Centre Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 4 Jun 2008 25,482 miles

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 5 Jun 2007 23,631 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2007 23,621 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 8 Jun 2006 22,748 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2006 22,748 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod insecure (2.4.G.1)

Pass 17 May 2005 22,062 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Golf?

Based on 22,270,993 MOT tests across 1,787,037 vehicles.

74.9%
Pass Rate
6,735
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
1,787,037
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 700,382
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 301,629
Stop lamp not working 260,234
position lamp(s) not working 257,206
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 229,092
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J11 BRN is a 1992 Volkswagen Golf in Red with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1992 Volkswagen Golf models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.9% with a typical mileage of 113,553 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Golf fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 700,382 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J11 BRN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Golf typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 34 years old, this Volkswagen Golf is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J11 BRN registered?

J11 BRN is a 1992 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 18 June 1992.

Is J11 BRN safe to buy?

The MOT history for J11 BRN shows 28 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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