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J676 HGW

1992 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

173,698 mi
Last recorded173,698 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2016
Typical for 1992 Volkswagen Golf113,553 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ676 HGW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2016 173,698 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2015 168,396 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2014 161,764 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 155,934 miles

Offside outer sill panel at front corroded recommend attention.

Pass 14 Sep 2012 151,020 miles

Nearside front tyre worn outer edge.

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

Offside outer sill panel at front corroded.

Fail 27 Sep 2011 146,134 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 27 Sep 2011 146,134 miles

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

Pass 23 Sep 2010 139,507 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Pass 3 Sep 2009 133,602 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2008 129,238 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2007 122,812 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 116,964 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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J676 HGW is a 1992 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 J676 HGW, 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 J676 HGW registered?

J676 HGW is a 1992 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 19 June 1992.

Is J676 HGW safe to buy?

The MOT history for J676 HGW shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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