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J506 PUE

1992 Volkswagen Golf

Red Diesel 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

102,476 mi
Last recorded102,476 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2018
Typical for 1992 Volkswagen Golf113,553 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ506 PUE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2018 102,476 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Apr 2017 100,830 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2016 100,254 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2016 100,224 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 2 Apr 2015 98,972 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2015 98,972 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 Mar 2014 96,912 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 18 Mar 2013 95,570 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Feb 2012 93,664 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2011 91,545 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2010 89,280 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 24 Jan 2009 85,242 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2009 85,242 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 16 Jan 2008 81,999 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2007 79,792 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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J506 PUE is a 1992 Volkswagen Golf in Red with a 1,781cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 J506 PUE, 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 J506 PUE registered?

J506 PUE is a 1992 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 30 December 1992.

Is J506 PUE safe to buy?

The MOT history for J506 PUE shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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