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J864 OJF

1992 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

96,474 mi
Last recorded96,474 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2018
Typical for 1992 Volkswagen Golf113,553 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ864 OJF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2018 96,474 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2017 95,568 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 94,855 miles

Body has slight corrosion Both Sills (6.1.B.2)

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

Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play Both (2.6.2)

Pass 19 Mar 2015 93,679 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2014 92,667 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Mar 2013 91,731 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Rear tyres perished

Pass 21 Mar 2012 90,942 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2011 88,583 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2010 86,329 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2010 86,328 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Mar 2009 84,089 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Mar 2008 81,182 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2007 78,094 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2006 75,244 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

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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J864 OJF is a 1992 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 J864 OJF, 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 J864 OJF registered?

J864 OJF is a 1992 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 10 April 1992.

Is J864 OJF safe to buy?

The MOT history for J864 OJF shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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