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J969 LVR

1992 Volkswagen Golf

Red Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Sep 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

40,130 mi
Last recorded40,130 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2025
Typical for 1992 Volkswagen Golf113,553 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ969 LVR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2025 40,130 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2024 36,455 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2023 35,457 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2022 34,595 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2020 33,542 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2019 30,777 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2018 29,450 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2017 28,323 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2015 27,866 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2014 25,965 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2013 22,590 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2010 22,584 miles

OS washer jet not working very well

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

wire and block connector hanging close too steering rack

Pass 20 Aug 2009 22,318 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2008 21,778 miles

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

Fail 26 Apr 2008 21,777 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Pass 27 Apr 2007 21,207 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 20,579 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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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J969 LVR is a 1992 Volkswagen Golf in Red with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 J969 LVR, 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 J969 LVR registered?

J969 LVR is a 1992 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 1 February 1992.

Is J969 LVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for J969 LVR shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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