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J992 DHX

1992 Volkswagen Golf

Black Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2014
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

147,227 mi
Last recorded147,227 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2013
Typical for 1992 Volkswagen Golf113,553 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ992 DHX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2013 147,227 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2012 140,244 miles

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

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

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

petrol tank straps starting to rust.

Fail 17 Oct 2012 140,244 miles

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

Offside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

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

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

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

petrol tank straps starting to rust.

Pass 24 Oct 2011 136,344 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Fail 24 Oct 2011 136,344 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 5 Aug 2010 127,596 miles

centre exhaust slight leak

front antiroll bar starting to rust

front valance and nearside doors slight damage

metal brake pipes starting to rust

nearside rear exterior door handle slight damage

offside front headlamp glass small chip

offside front outer driveshaft boot starting to crack/ perish

offside rear tyre tread worn to 2mm

oil leak

rear axle bushes starting to split/ wear

rear brakes require adjustment

rear exhaust rubbers starting to split/ wear

rear wheel bearings slight play

small stone chips in front windscreen

steering column slight movement

suspension coil springs starting to rust

water leak

Fail 15 Jul 2010 127,243 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

coolant leak

front antiroll bar starting to rust

metal brake pipes, unions and ferrules starting to rust

nearside rear exterior door handle slight damage

offside front headlamp glass small chip

offside front outer driveshaft boot starting to crack/ perish

offside rear tyre tread worn to 2mm

oil leak

rear axle bushes starting to split/ wear

rear exhaust mounting rubbers starting to split/ wear

small stone chips in front windscreen

steering column slight movement

Pass 20 Jul 2009 120,470 miles

both front cv boots starting to perish

both rear axle bushes starting to split/crack

clutch pedle rubber starting to wear

nearside front wiper blade starting to split

offside and nearside handbrake cable supports broken

rear exhaust slight leak

small stone chip in offside front headlight

Pass 18 Jul 2008 113,825 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 26 Jul 2007 108,454 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2006 98,656 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2006 98,497 miles

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

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside Rear 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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J992 DHX is a 1992 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 J992 DHX, 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 J992 DHX registered?

J992 DHX is a 1992 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 13 March 1992.

Is J992 DHX safe to buy?

The MOT history for J992 DHX shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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