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J268 PNB

1992 Volkswagen Golf

Black Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2014
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

152,844 mi
Last recorded152,844 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2013
Typical for 1992 Volkswagen Golf113,553 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ268 PNB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2013 152,844 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2013 152,844 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 31 Dec 2011 148,206 miles

Alternator belt rubbing through timing belt cover

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Dec 2010 143,605 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2009 139,854 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2008 136,450 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2007 132,851 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2006 125,370 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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J268 PNB 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 87.5%.

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 J268 PNB, 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 J268 PNB registered?

J268 PNB is a 1992 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 6 January 1992.

Is J268 PNB safe to buy?

The MOT history for J268 PNB shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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