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K857 TLJ

1992 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2010
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

119,989 mi
Last recorded119,989 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2009
Typical for 1992 Volkswagen Golf113,553 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK857 TLJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2009 119,989 miles

brake pipes all round becoming corroded

n/s + o/s rear shockasorbers show signs of starting to leak

n/s rear wheel arch corroding

some damage to n/s front bumper

Fail 24 Apr 2009 149,989 miles

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

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

some damage to n/s front bumper

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

brake pipes all round becoming corroded

n/s + o/s rear shockasorbers show signs of starting to leak

n/s rear wheel arch corroding

Pass 24 Apr 2008 144,991 miles

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

n/s front road wheel some damage to edge

Fail 21 Apr 2008 144,991 miles

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

Rear Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

n/s front road wheel some damage to edge

Pass 23 Apr 2007 138,404 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2007 138,404 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

n/s front tyre side wall some damage no cords showing

Pass 29 Apr 2006 129,606 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2006 129,606 miles

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

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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K857 TLJ is a 1992 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 K857 TLJ, 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 K857 TLJ registered?

K857 TLJ is a 1992 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 21 August 1992.

Is K857 TLJ safe to buy?

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