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J833 SPG

1992 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

94,058 mi
Last recorded94,058 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2025
Typical for 1992 Volkswagen Golf113,553 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ833 SPG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2025 94,058 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted INNER RIM (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Fail 11 Jun 2025 94,058 miles

Front Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted INNER RIM (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 30 Mar 2023 93,963 miles

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

Pass 16 Oct 2020 93,805 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Apr 2019 93,495 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2018 92,697 miles

centre exhaust rust

Pass 17 Mar 2016 92,584 miles

centre exhaust rust

Fail 17 Mar 2016 92,584 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

centre exhaust rust

Pass 11 Jul 2015 92,564 miles

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

petrol cap seal starting to perish

surface corrosion in boot on o/s shocker mounting turret

surface corrosion on both sides front lower suspension pans

Pass 10 Jul 2014 92,508 miles

centre exhaust rust

Fail 10 Jul 2014 92,508 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

centre exhaust rust

Pass 27 Jul 2013 92,337 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2005 89,661 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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J833 SPG is a 1992 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,781cc 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 J833 SPG, 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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What year was J833 SPG registered?

J833 SPG is a 1992 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 12 June 1992.

Is J833 SPG safe to buy?

The MOT history for J833 SPG 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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