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K518 WPD

1992 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2016
Tests19 (11 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate57.9%

Mileage

80,292 mi
Last recorded80,292 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2015
Typical for 1992 Volkswagen Golf113,553 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK518 WPD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1992
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

11 pass 8 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2015 80,292 miles

Engine oil leak

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

Pass 24 Sep 2014 79,545 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2014 79,545 miles

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

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Sep 2013 78,313 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2013 78,313 miles

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 16 Oct 2012 77,002 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 26 Oct 2011 75,722 miles

Rear Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 26 Oct 2011 75,722 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2010 74,139 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2010 74,139 miles

Nearside Inner Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Outer Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Oct 2009 72,451 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2009 72,451 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 27 Oct 2008 70,734 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2008 70,734 miles

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

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

front number plate deteriorated

o/s front reflector insecure

Fail 26 Oct 2007 67,947 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 26 Oct 2007 67,947 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2006 64,855 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2005 61,452 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2005 61,452 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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K518 WPD is a 1992 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 K518 WPD, 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 K518 WPD registered?

K518 WPD is a 1992 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 11 November 1992.

Is K518 WPD safe to buy?

The MOT history for K518 WPD shows 19 tests with a 57.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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