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J809 DCJ

1992 Volkswagen Golf

Red Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2017
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

50,686 mi
Last recorded50,686 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2016
Typical for 1992 Volkswagen Golf113,553 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ809 DCJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2016 50,686 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules x4 (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules x4 (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all four inner and outer face's (3.5.1i)

Fail 20 Jan 2016 50,686 miles

Registration plate lamp shows direct white light to the rear (1.1.C.1f)

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules x4 (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules x4 (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all four inner and outer face's (3.5.1i)

Pass 6 Jun 2012 50,172 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 50,131 miles
Fail 28 May 2010 49,814 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Underf body correded

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 28 May 2010 49,814 miles

Underf body correded

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 28 May 2009 49,503 miles
Pass 22 May 2008 48,930 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 29 May 2007 48,072 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

rear shock absorbers damp hoiwever pass bounce test.

Pass 26 May 2006 46,074 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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J809 DCJ is a 1992 Volkswagen Golf in Red with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 J809 DCJ, 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 J809 DCJ registered?

J809 DCJ is a 1992 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 10 June 1992.

Is J809 DCJ safe to buy?

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