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K455 PKN

1992 Volkswagen Golf

Bronze Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2024
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

163,997 mi
Last recorded163,997 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2023
Typical for 1992 Volkswagen Golf113,553 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK455 PKN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1992
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2023 163,997 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 6 Aug 2022 163,943 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 5 Jun 2021 163,896 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

general rust bottom side of the vehicle

Fail 5 Jun 2021 163,896 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

general rust bottom side of the vehicle

Pass 20 Jun 2020 163,235 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fuel tank slightly loose securing system corroded (6.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Jun 2020 163,235 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure strengthening plate or fastening so insecure that structural rigidity is seriously reduced corrosion next to shocks mounting (6.1.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Vehicle structure strengthening plate or fastening so insecure that structural rigidity is seriously reduced shocks mounting corrosion (6.1.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fuel tank slightly loose securing system corroded (6.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 23 Mar 2019 163,158 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

general rust bottom side of the car

Pass 22 Mar 2018 163,119 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2016 155,885 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2015 145,550 miles

corrosion to brake pipes

corrosion to sill/floor n/s and o/s

hand brake only just met requirements

rear brake discs badly corroded

sill covers fitted not allowing inspection of outer sills

Pass 30 Jun 2014 144,876 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 140,305 miles

Corrosion to O/S/F floor

Front wheels lightly rubbing arches

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Pass 18 Apr 2012 13,482 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 131,255 miles
Pass 19 May 2010 127,064 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2009 125,931 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2009 125,927 miles

Centre Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 18 Jun 2008 123,442 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2008 123,435 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a) DANGEROUS

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

no seats fitted at time of test

Pass 22 Jun 2007 117,705 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2006 111,194 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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K455 PKN is a 1992 Volkswagen Golf in Bronze with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 K455 PKN, 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 K455 PKN registered?

K455 PKN is a 1992 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 17 August 1992.

Is K455 PKN safe to buy?

The MOT history for K455 PKN shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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