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K63 DVW

1992 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

141,923 mi
Last recorded141,923 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2014
Typical for 1992 Volkswagen Golf113,553 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK63 DVW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1992
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2014 141,923 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2014 141,657 miles

Brake valve leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 30 Jan 2013 132,610 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

n/s/r tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 24 Jan 2012 122,924 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2012 122,924 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 5 Feb 2011 112,603 miles

Centre Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

Pass 6 Feb 2010 103,921 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 30 Jan 2010 103,837 miles

Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 26 Jan 2009 96,834 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

Pass 6 Feb 2008 92,333 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2007 86,086 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2006 80,037 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2006 80,037 miles

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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K63 DVW is a 1992 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 K63 DVW, 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 K63 DVW registered?

K63 DVW is a 1992 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 1 August 1992.

Is K63 DVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for K63 DVW shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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