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J979 TBA

1992 Volkswagen Golf

Red Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2016
Tests12 (6 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

132,510 mi
Last recorded132,510 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2015
Typical for 1992 Volkswagen Golf113,553 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ979 TBA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

6 pass 6 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2015 132,510 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2015 132,510 miles

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded floor (2.4.A.3)

Pass 15 Feb 2012 131,764 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2012 131,757 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Jan 2011 121,689 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 5 Jan 2011 121,688 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

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

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

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 20 Jan 2010 121,628 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Jan 2009 116,374 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2009 116,374 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 5 Feb 2008 110,826 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2008 110,766 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Pass 16 Jan 2007 106,920 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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J979 TBA is a 1992 Volkswagen Golf in Red with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 J979 TBA, 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 J979 TBA registered?

J979 TBA is a 1992 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 27 January 1992.

Is J979 TBA safe to buy?

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