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J217 HMK

1992 Volkswagen Golf

Red Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2024
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

179,695 mi
Last recorded179,695 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2023
Typical for 1992 Volkswagen Golf113,553 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ217 HMK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Mar 2023 179,695 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2022 179,553 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2021 179,349 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2019 179,116 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2018 178,160 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2017 177,964 miles
Pass 19 May 2016 177,512 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 177,018 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 176,559 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 175,798 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2012 174,728 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 174,146 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2010 173,692 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2009 173,229 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2009 173,229 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 15 Apr 2008 170,998 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

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

Pass 13 Mar 2007 167,458 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2007 167,378 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 28 Mar 2006 157,274 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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J217 HMK is a 1992 Volkswagen Golf in Red with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 J217 HMK, 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 J217 HMK registered?

J217 HMK is a 1992 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 6 February 1992.

Is J217 HMK safe to buy?

The MOT history for J217 HMK shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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