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K266 FWJ

1992 Volkswagen Golf

Black Petrol 1391cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2010
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

49,513 mi
Last recorded49,513 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2009
Typical for 1992 Volkswagen Golf113,553 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK266 FWJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,391cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2009 49,513 miles

Nearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

advise corroston near rear suspension both sides

Pass 3 Dec 2008 40,098 miles

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

Pass 6 Dec 2007 31,069 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2007 31,059 miles

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

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

corrosion on off side raer of cill

Pass 20 Oct 2006 28,646 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 20 Oct 2006 28,646 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 27 Oct 2005 27,542 miles

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

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

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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K266 FWJ is a 1992 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,391cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 K266 FWJ, 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 K266 FWJ registered?

K266 FWJ is a 1992 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 31 October 1992.

Is K266 FWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for K266 FWJ shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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