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J796 NFD

1992 Volkswagen Jetta

Black Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2011
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

166,770 mi
Last recorded166,770 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2009
Typical for 1992 Volkswagen Jetta103,957 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ796 NFD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2009 166,770 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 17 Dec 2008 157,159 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2008 157,159 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 19 Dec 2007 148,809 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2007 142,577 miles
Fail 27 Dec 2006 142,577 miles

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3) DANGEROUS

corrosion to fuel tank straps.

deterioration to rear axle bushes.

fluctuation to front brake readings.

front brake pads appear worn.Advise wheel removal for further inspection.

front number plate deteriorating.

offside front CV boot starting to spilt.

split in offside front tyre (outer wall)

Pass 30 Nov 2005 135,091 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2005 135,091 miles

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

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Jetta?

Based on 438,127 MOT tests across 37,562 vehicles.

76.7%
Pass Rate
7,762
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
37,562
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 8,560
coil spring broken 4,403
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,922
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 3,404
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 3,196
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J796 NFD is a 1992 Volkswagen Jetta in Black with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1992 Volkswagen Jetta models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.2% with a typical mileage of 103,957 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 Jetta fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 8,560 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J796 NFD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Jetta typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 34 years old, this Volkswagen Jetta is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J796 NFD registered?

J796 NFD is a 1992 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 10 January 1992.

Is J796 NFD safe to buy?

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