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J283 NSM

1992 Volkswagen Golf

Red Diesel 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2020
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

205,092 mi
Last recorded205,092 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2019
Typical for 1992 Volkswagen Golf113,553 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ283 NSM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2019 205,092 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2018 204,726 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2018 204,613 miles

Bonnet primary retaining device insecure catch insecure (3.1 (c))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Offside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Steering column universal joint insecure at steering rack (2.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Jun 2017 203,600 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 203,004 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

body and chassis has been extesively weld and patch repaired

Fail 19 May 2015 203,003 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

body and chassis has been extesively weld and patch repaired

Pass 29 Jan 2008 197,677 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2007 189,359 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2006 182,577 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

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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J283 NSM is a 1992 Volkswagen Golf in Red with a 1,588cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 J283 NSM, 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 J283 NSM registered?

J283 NSM is a 1992 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 7 January 1992.

Is J283 NSM safe to buy?

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