CarVerify

Free Car Check

J151 XLS

1992 Volkswagen Golf

White Petrol 1781cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2006
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

100,243 mi
Last recorded100,243 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2006
Typical for 1992 Volkswagen Golf113,553 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Volkswagen
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ151 XLS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1992
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Fail 11 Dec 2006 100,243 miles

Brake vacuum build up too slow (3.3.E.6)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

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

both front tyres wearing on outer edges

Pass 14 Dec 2005 95,651 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2005 95,651 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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
Full Volkswagen Golf reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

J151 XLS is a 1992 Volkswagen Golf in White with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 J151 XLS, 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

How do I check the history of J151 XLS?

You can check the full history of J151 XLS by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was J151 XLS registered?

J151 XLS is a 1992 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 16 March 1992.

Is J151 XLS safe to buy?

The MOT history for J151 XLS shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does J151 XLS have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on J151 XLS. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.