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K291 JYA

1992 Volkswagen Golf

Red Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2022
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

68,549 mi
Last recorded68,549 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2021
Typical for 1992 Volkswagen Golf113,553 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK291 JYA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2021 68,549 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2020 64,808 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2019 64,204 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2018 60,797 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 60,699 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2015 59,825 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2015 59,489 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2015 59,489 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Oct 2013 55,252 miles

welds broken on centre exhaust mounting

Pass 5 Oct 2012 52,371 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2011 48,963 miles

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

Pass 4 Feb 2010 44,640 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2010 44,640 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 25 Oct 2006 44,616 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2005 44,589 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2005 44,589 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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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K291 JYA is a 1992 Volkswagen Golf in Red with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 K291 JYA, 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 K291 JYA registered?

K291 JYA is a 1992 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 3 December 1992.

Is K291 JYA safe to buy?

The MOT history for K291 JYA shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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