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J970 FAB

1992 Volkswagen Pick Up

Red Diesel 1588cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 May 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

160,223 mi
Last recorded160,223 miles
Recorded on2 May 2026
Typical for 1992 Volkswagen Pick Up143,995 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ970 FAB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPick Up
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,588cc
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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 May 2026 160,223 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2025 159,862 miles

Coolant leak ()

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

underbody painted with underseal

Pass 18 Mar 2024 159,517 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2024 159,513 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Under body corroded but covered in Shilts

Pass 18 Nov 2022 159,192 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2021 158,078 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2020 157,279 miles

Age related corrosion on suspension and vehicle underside

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Jun 2019 157,039 miles
Fail 30 May 2019 157,035 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded across rear axle (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pipe slightly damaged both (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 8 Jul 2015 156,328 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2015 156,328 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Pass 9 Jan 2012 156,249 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2011 152,754 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2009 143,151 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2008 127,612 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2007 125,612 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2006 125,068 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Pick Up?

Based on 1,573 MOT tests across 153 vehicles.

69.0%
Pass Rate
1,199
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
153
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 94
Brake pipe excessively corroded 81
Stop lamp not working 61
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 59
position lamp(s) not working 56
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J970 FAB is a 1992 Volkswagen Pick Up in Red with a 1,588cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 1992 Volkswagen Pick Up models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.9% with a typical mileage of 143,995 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Pick Up fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 94 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J970 FAB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Pick Up typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 34 years old, this Volkswagen Pick Up is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was J970 FAB registered?

J970 FAB is a 1992 Volkswagen Pick Up, first registered on 19 February 1992.

Is J970 FAB safe to buy?

The MOT history for J970 FAB shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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