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K520 RCW

1992 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2025
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

149,918 mi
Last recorded149,918 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2024
Typical for 1992 Volkswagen Golf113,553 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK520 RCW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 22 Jul 2024 149,918 miles

Nearside Front floor area corroded

Pass 4 Jul 2023 149,558 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2022 149,448 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2021 149,166 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2020 148,997 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2019 148,895 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2018 148,666 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2017 148,456 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 148,265 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 147,991 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 147,676 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 147,358 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2012 146,929 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 146,189 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 25 Jun 2010 145,631 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2009 145,111 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

os and ns front floor to sill areas slightly corroded

Pass 25 Jun 2008 143,792 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2007 136,726 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 26 Jun 2006 121,393 miles

Nearside front tyre worn on edge

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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K520 RCW is a 1992 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 K520 RCW, 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 K520 RCW registered?

K520 RCW is a 1992 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 29 August 1992.

Is K520 RCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for K520 RCW shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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