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J214 GRH

1992 Volkswagen Golf

White Diesel 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2007
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

153,177 mi
Last recorded153,177 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2006
Typical for 1992 Volkswagen Golf113,553 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ214 GRH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1992
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2006 153,177 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2006 153,177 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 6 Jul 2005 145,742 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2005 145,742 miles

Nearside Rear Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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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J214 GRH is a 1992 Volkswagen Golf in White with a 1,588cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 J214 GRH, 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 J214 GRH?

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What year was J214 GRH registered?

J214 GRH is a 1992 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 15 April 1992.

Is J214 GRH safe to buy?

The MOT history for J214 GRH shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does J214 GRH have outstanding finance?

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