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J170 RPF

1992 Volkswagen Golf

Red Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

130,554 mi
Last recorded130,554 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2008
Typical for 1992 Volkswagen Golf113,553 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ170 RPF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 16 Jul 2008 130,554 miles

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

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 26 Jul 2007 122,462 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2006 112,907 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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J170 RPF is a 1992 Volkswagen Golf in Red with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 J170 RPF, 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 J170 RPF registered?

J170 RPF is a 1992 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 11 May 1992.

Is J170 RPF safe to buy?

The MOT history for J170 RPF shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does J170 RPF have outstanding finance?

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