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J661 ODF

1992 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2021
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

92,657 mi
Last recorded92,657 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2020
Typical for 1992 Volkswagen Golf113,553 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ661 ODF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1992
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2020 92,657 miles

General surface corrosion under vehicle

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 19 Nov 2019 92,626 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Slight corrosion to underbody components

Pass 19 Nov 2018 92,509 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Surface rust on most components. Strength/operation not affected

Pass 24 Nov 2017 91,609 miles

Surface rust on most componets underneath. Strengh/opperation not affected

Pass 25 Nov 2016 91,365 miles

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

surface rust to most components not affecting strength

Pass 19 Nov 2015 90,922 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 17 Nov 2014 90,167 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 20 Nov 2013 89,611 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2013 89,661 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 20 Nov 2012 89,211 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 24 Nov 2011 88,716 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2011 88,716 miles

Rear Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

Pass 26 Nov 2010 87,623 miles

n/s/f tyre starting to crack.

Pass 27 Nov 2009 87,236 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2009 87,236 miles

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)

Pass 23 Mar 2006 84,940 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2006 84,910 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

both rear wheel bearings have play

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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J661 ODF is a 1992 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 J661 ODF, 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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J661 ODF is a 1992 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 13 March 1992.

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