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K212 LUB

1992 Volkswagen Golf

Green Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2017
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

165,556 mi
Last recorded165,556 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2016
Typical for 1992 Volkswagen Golf113,553 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK212 LUB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1992
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2016 165,556 miles

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

both front outer sills excessively corroded, not in a prescribed area.

both headlamps have got temporary repair for kick up (left hand drive)

engine oil leak

items removed from rear view mirror which would result in mot failure.

Fail 13 Apr 2016 165,556 miles

Brake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)

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

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

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

both front outer sills excessively corroded, not in a prescribed area.

engine oil leak

items removed from rear view mirror which would result in mot failure.

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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K212 LUB is a 1992 Volkswagen Golf in Green with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 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 K212 LUB, 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.

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What year was K212 LUB registered?

K212 LUB is a 1992 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 1 March 1992.

Is K212 LUB safe to buy?

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