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K978 EYU

1992 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2021
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

36,819 mi
Last recorded36,819 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2020
Typical for 1992 Volkswagen Golf113,553 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK978 EYU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2020 36,819 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2020 36,819 miles

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) light intensity significantly reduced (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Oct 2019 34,301 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2018 31,702 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2017 29,224 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2016 27,076 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2015 22,699 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2015 22,699 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Oct 2014 19,872 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2013 13,156 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Oil leak

Pass 24 Oct 2013 13,156 miles

Oil leak

Pass 24 Oct 2012 9,645 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2011 6,584 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 19 Oct 2011 6,584 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2010 6,321 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2009 6,119 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2008 5,943 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2007 5,736 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 Oct 2007 5,736 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2006 5,463 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2006 5,463 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 11 Oct 2005 5,243 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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K978 EYU is a 1992 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 K978 EYU, 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 K978 EYU registered?

K978 EYU is a 1992 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 11 November 1992.

Is K978 EYU safe to buy?

The MOT history for K978 EYU shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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