1992 Volkswagen Pick UP 1.6L Diesel · J970 FAB
1992 Volkswagen Pick UP (1.6L, diesel). First registered 19 Feb 1992. Recorded mileage 160,223 miles. MOT valid until 30 Apr 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN PICK UP
- Year / Origin
- 1992
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 30 Apr 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 160,223 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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J970 FAB Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 02/05/2026
- 160,223 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
J970 FAB MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1992 Volkswagen Pick Up (J970 FAB) between November 2022 and May 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 02 May 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (2 issues), Bodywork (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 4 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))”; “Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))”; “Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))”.
J970 FAB Mileage History
- 18/11/2022159,192 mi
- 15/03/2024159,513 mi+321 mi
- 18/03/2024159,517 mi+4 mi
- 09/04/2025159,862 mi+345 mi
- 02/05/2026160,223 mi+361 mi
Average of roughly 299 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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