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J390 FUF

1991 Volkswagen Golf GTI

White Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2026
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

129,895 mi
Last recorded129,895 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ390 FUF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf GTI
Year1991
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Fail 19 Jun 2026 129,895 miles
Pass 12 May 2025 128,936 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2023 128,805 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2023 128,798 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2021 126,520 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2021 126,470 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2019 124,291 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Golf GTI?

Based on 5,092 MOT tests across 1,068 vehicles.

83.0%
Pass Rate
5,157
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
1,068
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 15
Stop lamp not working 7
constant velocity joint gaiter split 6
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 5
Headlamp aim too high 5
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J390 FUF is a 1991 Volkswagen Golf GTI in White with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Golf GTI fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 15 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J390 FUF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Golf GTI typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 35 years old, this Volkswagen Golf GTI is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of J390 FUF?

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What year was J390 FUF registered?

J390 FUF is a 1991 Volkswagen Golf GTI, first registered on 19 December 1991.

Is J390 FUF safe to buy?

The MOT history for J390 FUF shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does J390 FUF have outstanding finance?

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