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J256 UJB

1992 Volkswagen Golf

Black Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2020
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

134,745 mi
Last recorded134,745 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2019
Typical for 1992 Volkswagen Golf113,553 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ256 UJB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2019 134,745 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 134,001 miles

slight bind n/s/f wheel/brake

various brake pipes slightly corrdoed

Pass 27 Oct 2008 132,527 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2008 132,526 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

exhaust fouling rear suspension

play in lower colomn bush

Pass 5 Dec 2007 138,398 miles

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

Fail 25 Oct 2007 138,363 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

advise adjustment of wiper blade,to park lower

Pass 9 Nov 2006 137,485 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2006 137,485 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Rear Brake valve insecurely mounted (3.6.A.2a)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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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J256 UJB is a 1992 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 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 J256 UJB, 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 J256 UJB registered?

J256 UJB is a 1992 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 24 January 1992.

Is J256 UJB safe to buy?

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