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K555 DEM

1992 Volkswagen Golf

Red Petrol 1391cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2021
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

112,107 mi
Last recorded112,107 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2020
Typical for 1992 Volkswagen Golf113,553 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK555 DEM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,391cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2020 112,107 miles

corrosion and jack damage to o/s outer cover sill

Pass 10 May 2019 109,343 miles
Fail 10 May 2019 109,343 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 May 2018 106,277 miles
Fail 16 May 2018 106,277 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 29 Aug 2017 104,083 miles

some underside surface rust

Fail 29 Aug 2017 104,083 miles

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

some underside surface rust

Pass 15 Sep 2016 100,973 miles

some underside surface rust

Fail 15 Sep 2016 100,973 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

some underside surface rust

Pass 15 Sep 2015 97,675 miles

Rust evident unde rbody, brakes, steering & suspension parts noted

Pass 22 Sep 2014 94,019 miles

rust evident underbody, brakes, steering suspension parts

Pass 17 Sep 2013 90,374 miles

Front tyres wearing on edges.

Suspension bushes perishing.

Various areas corrosion noted.

Pass 18 Sep 2012 86,608 miles

Various areas corrosion noted

Fail 17 Sep 2012 86,608 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Screen washer reservoir leaking.

Various areas corrosion noted

Pass 16 Sep 2011 82,595 miles

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Fail 14 Sep 2011 82,595 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 18 Sep 2010 76,511 miles

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

Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

surface rust evident on underbody, brake, suspension & steering parts noted

Pass 19 Sep 2009 71,185 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2008 67,983 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2007 64,254 miles

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

Pass 15 Dec 2007 64,254 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2006 59,809 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2005 56,914 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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K555 DEM is a 1992 Volkswagen Golf in Red with a 1,391cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 K555 DEM, 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 K555 DEM registered?

K555 DEM is a 1992 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 1 December 1992.

Is K555 DEM safe to buy?

The MOT history for K555 DEM shows 23 tests with a 69.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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