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J289 NNV

1992 Volkswagen Golf

Red Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jun 2027
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

78,752 mi
Last recorded78,752 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2026
Typical for 1992 Volkswagen Golf113,553 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ289 NNV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2026 78,752 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2023 78,532 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2022 78,428 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2021 78,254 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2019 78,147 miles

Nearside Front Upper CV Boot Start perishing.

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 22 Jun 2018 77,945 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2016 77,785 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 77,438 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2014 76,674 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2014 76,674 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

o/s/n/s/f/tyres outer wall poor condition

Pass 5 Aug 2013 76,282 miles

exhaust down pipe corroded

front spring corroded

rear tyres perished

sill covers fitted

Pass 10 Jul 2012 76,009 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2012 76,009 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Nearside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

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

Pass 2 Aug 2011 75,887 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2011 75,884 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Fail 2 Jul 2010 8,235 miles

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

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

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

Fail 15 Apr 2009 74,789 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 15 Apr 2009 74,789 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2007 74,410 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Mar 2006 74,397 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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J289 NNV is a 1992 Volkswagen Golf in Red with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 J289 NNV, 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 J289 NNV registered?

J289 NNV is a 1992 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 1 April 1992.

Is J289 NNV safe to buy?

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