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J228 TNA

1992 Volkswagen Golf

Black Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

147,974 mi
Last recorded147,974 miles
Recorded on16 May 2008
Typical for 1992 Volkswagen Golf113,553 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ228 TNA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 May 2008 147,974 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

slight corrosion nearside front chassis rail

slight corrosion on nearside rear outer sill

slight corrosion on rear axle

slight fluid weap from offside rear shock absorber

Fail 14 May 2008 147,918 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

slight corrosion nearside front chassis rail

slight corrosion on nearside rear outer sill

slight corrosion on rear axle

slight fluid weap from offside rear shock absorber

Pass 8 May 2007 138,595 miles
Pass 8 May 2006 126,407 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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J228 TNA is a 1992 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 J228 TNA, 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 J228 TNA registered?

J228 TNA is a 1992 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 22 February 1992.

Is J228 TNA safe to buy?

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