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K469 TFX

1992 Volkswagen Golf

Red Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2013
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

171,754 mi
Last recorded171,754 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2012
Typical for 1992 Volkswagen Golf113,553 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK469 TFX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2012 171,754 miles

Nearside washer jet not working

Both front inner side sills damaged

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 1 Aug 2012 171,749 miles

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

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber casing corroded externally so the unit does not function (2.7.2a)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Both front inner side sills damaged

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside washer jet not working

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Jul 2011 168,014 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2011 168,014 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 29 Jul 2010 167,443 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2009 166,165 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2008 164,385 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2008 164,385 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 27 Jun 2007 92,924 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2006 91,148 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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K469 TFX is a 1992 Volkswagen Golf in Red with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 K469 TFX, 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 K469 TFX registered?

K469 TFX is a 1992 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 24 August 1992.

Is K469 TFX safe to buy?

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