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K488 WPH

1992 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

152,143 mi
Last recorded152,143 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2013
Typical for 1992 Volkswagen Golf113,553 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK488 WPH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Fail 9 Nov 2013 152,143 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 9 Nov 2013 152,143 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2012 143,435 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2011 138,452 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2010 136,975 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2010 136,975 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Oct 2009 124,973 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2008 112,042 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Oct 2007 104,989 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2006 104,207 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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K488 WPH is a 1992 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 K488 WPH, 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

How do I check the history of K488 WPH?

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What year was K488 WPH registered?

K488 WPH is a 1992 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 25 November 1992.

Is K488 WPH safe to buy?

The MOT history for K488 WPH shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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