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K189 SBV

1992 Volkswagen Golf

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2021
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

75,203 mi
Last recorded75,203 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2020
Typical for 1992 Volkswagen Golf113,553 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK189 SBV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 9 Apr 2020 75,203 miles

chip in windscreen

Pass 6 Mar 2017 73,720 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 11 Mar 2016 70,720 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

rear axle bushes spliting

Pass 17 Mar 2015 67,201 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2013 67,193 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2012 65,217 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

n/s/r floor corroded not in prescribed area

Pass 23 Jul 2010 64,816 miles

front lower arm bushes n/s and o/s starting to perish!

rear axle bushes starting to perish

Pass 24 Jul 2009 61,234 miles

chip in screen just outside zone a

ns and os rear axle bushes starting to perish!

Pass 22 Jul 2008 56,486 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2007 44,735 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2006 41,776 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2005 40,591 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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K189 SBV is a 1992 Volkswagen Golf in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 K189 SBV, 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 K189 SBV registered?

K189 SBV is a 1992 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 1 August 1992.

Is K189 SBV safe to buy?

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