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D21 SNM

1987 Volkswagen Golf

Red Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2013
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

66,866 mi
Last recorded66,866 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2012
Typical for 1987 Volkswagen Golf117,027 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD21 SNM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 19 Oct 2012 66,866 miles

both front cv boot weeping

Pass 30 Sep 2011 66,670 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

osf sill corroding

Pass 8 Oct 2010 66,057 miles

both front cv boots perishing osf close to excess

front pads worn

nsr wheel arch corroding

oil leak

Pass 13 Oct 2009 65,076 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

os sill corroding

osf cv boot weeping

Pass 17 Oct 2008 64,076 miles

os sill corroding

osf cv boot perishing and weaping

play in ns and osr wheel bearings

play in osf top strut mount and nsf

Pass 19 Oct 2007 63,183 miles

os sill corroding

osf cv boot weaping

play in osf top strut mount

slight play in nsr wheel bearing

Pass 12 Oct 2006 62,206 miles

os cv boot weeping

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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D21 SNM is a 1987 Volkswagen Golf in Red with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1987 Volkswagen Golf models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.6% with a typical mileage of 117,027 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 D21 SNM, 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 39 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 D21 SNM registered?

D21 SNM is a 1987 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 5 June 1987.

Is D21 SNM safe to buy?

The MOT history for D21 SNM shows 7 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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