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J927 FTU

1992 Volkswagen Golf

Green Diesel 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2021
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

210,383 mi
Last recorded210,383 miles
Recorded on15 May 2020
Typical for 1992 Volkswagen Golf113,553 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ927 FTU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1992
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 May 2020 210,383 miles

Macpherson strut damaged but not seriously weakened both front top mounts (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front tyre starting too wear on outer shoulder

oil leak

Pass 5 Jun 2018 210,223 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2014 203,189 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 5 Jun 2014 203,189 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 197,882 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2010 134,078 miles

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

Fail 22 Jul 2010 134,078 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

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

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

Pass 29 Jul 2009 133,062 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2009 133,062 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 9 May 2008 132,281 miles
Fail 7 May 2008 132,281 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 16 Jan 2007 130,897 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2006 125,604 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2006 125,397 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6.B1)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6.B1)

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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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J927 FTU is a 1992 Volkswagen Golf in Green with a 1,588cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 J927 FTU, 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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J927 FTU is a 1992 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 21 February 1992.

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