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K247 EHX

1992 Volkswagen Golf

Red Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

115,738 mi
Last recorded115,738 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 1992 Volkswagen Golf113,553 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK247 EHX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026 115,738 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2024 115,462 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2023 115,197 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2022 114,924 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2021 114,771 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2020 114,111 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2019 113,824 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2018 112,080 miles

Both front tyres over 10yrs old.

Nearside Rear Tyre over10yrs old.

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play both (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jul 2017 110,710 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2017 110,703 miles

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

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported exhaust hanger rubber missing (7.1.1)

Main beam 'tell-tale' not working (1.7.4c)

Nearside Front Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid hole in washer bottle (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Jul 2016 108,425 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2016 108,422 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Jul 2015 106,820 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 19 Sep 2013 106,725 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2013 106,709 miles

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

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

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 28 Jul 2012 106,159 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2011 105,540 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2011 105,540 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 24 Mar 2010 103,808 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2009 101,316 miles

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

slight roughness in steering rack

Pass 11 Jan 2008 97,816 miles

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

Fail 11 Jan 2008 97,816 miles

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

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

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

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

Parking brake lever is impeded in its travel (3.1.6c)

Pass 3 Jan 2007 93,254 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Dec 2005 88,890 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2005 88,642 miles

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

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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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K247 EHX is a 1992 Volkswagen Golf in Red with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 K247 EHX, 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 K247 EHX registered?

K247 EHX is a 1992 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 26 August 1992.

Is K247 EHX safe to buy?

The MOT history for K247 EHX shows 25 tests with a 76% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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