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P912 JKE

1996 Volkswagen Gol

Blue Petrol 1391cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2008
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

149,135 mi
Last recorded149,135 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2008
Typical for 1996 Volkswagen Gol93,339 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP912 JKE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGol
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,391cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Fail 3 Apr 2008 149,135 miles

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Road wheel badly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

brake pipes rusty

nail n/s/r tyre

o/s/ outer sill dmg

o/s/r main suspension bush deteriorated

Pass 20 Mar 2007 133,690 miles

Offside Rear Bonded suspension unit attachment corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.F.1c)

Fail 13 Mar 2007 133,688 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

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

Offside Rear Bonded suspension unit attachment corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.F.1c)

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Gol?

Based on 2,452 MOT tests across 474 vehicles.

62.2%
Pass Rate
6,464
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
474
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 326
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 231
Registration plate lamp not working 136
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 116
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 101
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P912 JKE is a 1996 Volkswagen Gol in Blue with a 1,391cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

Across all 1996 Volkswagen Gol models, the average MOT pass rate is 60.7% with a typical mileage of 93,339 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 Gol fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 326 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P912 JKE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Gol typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 30 years old, this Volkswagen Gol is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P912 JKE registered?

P912 JKE is a 1996 Volkswagen Gol, first registered on 10 October 1996.

Is P912 JKE safe to buy?

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