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A24 GAB

1992 Volkswagen Golf

Black Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

110,843 mi
Last recorded110,843 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 1992 Volkswagen Golf113,553 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA24 GAB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 110,843 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2025 110,111 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2024 108,643 miles
Pass 22 May 2023 108,138 miles
Fail 22 May 2023 108,138 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Apr 2022 107,634 miles

auxiliary drive belt cracking

minor perishing and cracking to brake flexible hoses

slight gas leak from rear exhaust silencer

slight wear and movement to both sides front lower wishbone rear bushes

Fail 8 Apr 2022 107,634 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

auxiliary drive belt cracking

minor perishing and cracking to brake flexible hoses

slight gas leak from rear exhaust silencer

slight wear and movement to both sides front lower wishbone rear bushes

Pass 8 Aug 2020 107,624 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2019 107,266 miles

Wheel bearing has slight play both rear (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jul 2017 107,123 miles

Rear wheel bearing has slight play both (2.6.2)

wiper blades smearing

Fail 8 Jul 2017 107,123 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear wheel bearing has slight play both (2.6.2)

wiper blades smearing

Pass 5 May 2016 106,145 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 105,525 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

corrosion to fuel pipes at rear

Pass 7 May 2014 104,384 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 7 May 2013 103,645 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

front wiperblades smearing windscreen slightly

Fail 2 May 2013 103,641 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.A.2a)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

front wiperblades smearing windscreen slightly

Pass 1 May 2012 103,339 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 102,245 miles

slight play at lower steering coloumb

Fail 27 Apr 2011 102,245 miles

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

Offside Front Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

slight play at lower steering coloumb

Pass 29 Apr 2010 101,309 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

front discs corroded and worn

Pass 24 Apr 2009 100,422 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 28 Apr 2008 99,145 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2007 98,550 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2006 97,429 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2006 97,429 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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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A24 GAB is a 1992 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 A24 GAB, 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 A24 GAB registered?

A24 GAB is a 1992 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 11 March 1992.

Is A24 GAB safe to buy?

The MOT history for A24 GAB shows 25 tests with a 76% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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