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87 VP

2006 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Feb 2027
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

54,006 mi
Last recorded54,006 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2026
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Golf85,175 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration87 VP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 16 Feb 2026 54,006 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2025 51,806 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2024 50,364 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2023 49,010 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2022 49,006 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2021 49,002 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2020 48,465 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2019 46,927 miles

Front Lower Undertray fitted obscuring some components from full inspection

Front Upper Engine Cover fitted obscuring some components from full inspection

Nearside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light Lens Broken (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Feb 2018 45,070 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Pass 13 Feb 2017 42,875 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Pass 4 Feb 2016 41,103 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Pass 5 Feb 2015 38,537 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2014 36,456 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2013 33,879 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 31,105 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2011 26,929 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2010 22,358 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2009 17,539 miles

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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87 VP is a 2006 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2006 Volkswagen Golf models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.9% with a typical mileage of 85,175 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 87 VP, 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 20 years old, this Volkswagen Golf is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 87 VP?

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What year was 87 VP registered?

87 VP is a 2006 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 29 March 2006.

Is 87 VP safe to buy?

The MOT history for 87 VP shows 18 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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