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C10 RVW

1992 Volkswagen Golf

Multi-colour Diesel 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2026
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

294,641 mi
Last recorded294,641 miles
Recorded on9 May 2025
Typical for 1992 Volkswagen Golf113,553 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC10 RVW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1992
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 May 2025 294,641 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2023 294,249 miles

Brake pedal pivot has slight wear or free play (1.1.1 (b))

Nearside Front Upper movement top strut mount

Offside Front slight movement drivers seat

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Fail 12 Jun 2023 294,243 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Brake pedal pivot has slight wear or free play (1.1.1 (b))

Nearside Front Upper movement top strut mount

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front slight movement drivers seat

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Pass 27 Jun 2022 293,015 miles

Brake pedal pivot has slight wear or free play (1.1.1 (b))

Electrical wiring inadequately secured at engine bay (4.11 (a) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

slight movement drivers seat

small fuel weep at no 3 and 4 injector spill pipes

Fail 23 Jun 2022 293,008 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Offside Front Road wheel fixing missing incorrect wheel nut fixing fitted (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Brake pedal pivot has slight wear or free play (1.1.1 (b))

Electrical wiring inadequately secured at engine bay (4.11 (a) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective slight insecurity (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

slight movement drivers seat

small fuel weep at no 3 and 4 injector spill pipes

Pass 8 Apr 2020 287,845 miles

Engine undertray loose but unlikely to become detached

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Slight play in both rear shock absorber upper mountings

Stickers along top edge of windscreen

Fail 2 Apr 2020 287,843 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp missing (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Rear fog lamp switch missing (4.5.3 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Engine undertray loose but unlikely to become detached

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Slight play in both rear shock absorber upper mountings

Stickers along top edge of windscreen

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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C10 RVW is a 1992 Volkswagen Golf in Multi-colour with a 1,588cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 C10 RVW, 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 C10 RVW registered?

C10 RVW is a 1992 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 31 December 1992.

Is C10 RVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for C10 RVW shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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