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J227 MBD

1992 Volkswagen Golf

Red Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2008
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

139,615 mi
Last recorded139,615 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2007
Typical for 1992 Volkswagen Golf113,553 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ227 MBD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2007 139,615 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2007 139,615 miles

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

brake pipes corroding

front discs wearing

oil leak

slight play in both rear wheel bearings

Pass 31 Aug 2006 133,821 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2006 133,815 miles

Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

both rear wheel bearings slight play, centre exhaust joint slight blow,

Pass 25 Aug 2005 130,349 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2005 130,349 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Steering column shaft has excessive end float (2.1.3)

Imbalance to rear brakes

Lift in both front suspension leg top mounting bearings

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

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

Steel wheels fitted to front axle & alloy wheels fitted to rear

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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J227 MBD is a 1992 Volkswagen Golf in Red with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 J227 MBD, 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.

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What year was J227 MBD registered?

J227 MBD is a 1992 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 1 February 1992.

Is J227 MBD safe to buy?

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