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K273 EUV

1992 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Feb 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

181,075 mi
Last recorded181,075 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2026
Typical for 1992 Volkswagen Golf113,553 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK273 EUV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2026 181,075 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Nearside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Rear Outer Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

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

Pass 28 Feb 2025 179,949 miles

Central Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rubber perishing (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

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

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Feb 2024 178,296 miles

Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement beam (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement beam (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 26 Feb 2024 178,296 miles

Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement beam (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement beam (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jul 2021 177,784 miles

Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jul 2020 176,908 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn bush worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn bush worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Rear fuel filter and bracket corroded

Pass 9 Apr 2019 175,193 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2010 173,928 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2010 173,898 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Offside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 15 May 2009 171,292 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 7 May 2008 169,182 miles
Pass 1 May 2007 163,855 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2005 160,665 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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K273 EUV is a 1992 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 K273 EUV, 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 K273 EUV registered?

K273 EUV is a 1992 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 3 August 1992.

Is K273 EUV safe to buy?

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