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J407 TBH

1992 Volkswagen Golf

Red Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2023
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

107,805 mi
Last recorded107,805 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2022
Typical for 1992 Volkswagen Golf113,553 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ407 TBH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2022 107,805 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2021 101,357 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2020 101,339 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases downpipe joint (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

wiring chafing o/s driveshaft

Pass 16 May 2019 100,053 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2018 90,270 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2010 90,091 miles

power steering belt slack

slight exhaust leak

Pass 29 Oct 2009 88,165 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2009 88,140 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Power steering malfunctioning (2.3.3a)

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

O/S washer jet partially blocked

headlamp output slightly low N/S

Pass 16 Oct 2008 86,103 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2007 83,753 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 5 Jul 2006 81,744 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2006 81,744 miles

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 7 Jul 2005 880,152 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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J407 TBH is a 1992 Volkswagen Golf in Red with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 J407 TBH, 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.

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What year was J407 TBH registered?

J407 TBH is a 1992 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 26 June 1992.

Is J407 TBH safe to buy?

The MOT history for J407 TBH shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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