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J274 RNC

1992 Volkswagen Jetta

Red Diesel 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2020
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

165,982 mi
Last recorded165,982 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2019
Typical for 1992 Volkswagen Jetta103,957 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ274 RNC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2019 165,982 miles

lowered suspension fitted

Pass 29 Mar 2018 160,369 miles

Offside Front Inner Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Mar 2017 158,469 miles

battery loose.

general under body corrosion.

nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit.

odd wheel bolt fitted to offside rear wheel

Pass 12 Nov 2015 153,080 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 11 Nov 2015 153,080 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering jacking point (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Rear Upper Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 Jun 2009 152,992 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2008 142,992 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 141,569 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2006 128,786 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Jetta?

Based on 438,127 MOT tests across 37,562 vehicles.

76.7%
Pass Rate
7,762
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
37,562
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 8,560
coil spring broken 4,403
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,922
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 3,404
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 3,196
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J274 RNC is a 1992 Volkswagen Jetta in Red with a 1,600cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1992 Volkswagen Jetta models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.2% with a typical mileage of 103,957 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Jetta fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 8,560 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J274 RNC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Jetta typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 34 years old, this Volkswagen Jetta is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J274 RNC registered?

J274 RNC is a 1992 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 4 February 1992.

Is J274 RNC safe to buy?

The MOT history for J274 RNC shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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