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D575 XWV

1987 Volkswagen Golf

Red Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2021
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

41,916 mi
Last recorded41,916 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2020
Typical for 1987 Volkswagen Golf117,027 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD575 XWV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2020 41,916 miles

Lower Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened BALL JOINTS SUSPENSION BUSHES (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Lower Vehicle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Apr 2018 41,706 miles

rear exhaust silencer slightly leaking

Fail 12 Apr 2018 41,703 miles

Nearside Rear Brake valve leaking (3.6.A.1)

rear exhaust silencer slightly leaking

Pass 20 Apr 2017 41,572 miles

rear exhaust box minor blow

Pass 5 Apr 2016 41,244 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2016 41,227 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 14 Apr 2015 40,992 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 40,691 miles

Brake servo corroded but not excessively weakened (3.6.A.2b)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Oil leak

Pass 17 Apr 2013 40,415 miles

Offside rear parking brake application lazy at time of test which suggests poss contamination of brake shoes. Advise full brake inspection with wheels & drums removed as your braking system obviously requires adjustment or repair

Oil leak with residue on engine & gearbox (poss rocker cover gasket deteriorated)

Rear hatch support struts weak. ADVISE BOTH STRUTS REPLACED

Pass 20 Apr 2012 40,178 miles

nearside windscreen washers not working

Pass 13 Apr 2011 40,163 miles

Oil leak

Fail 13 Apr 2011 40,162 miles

Brake valve leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

Pass 22 Apr 2010 40,072 miles

Brake servo corroded but not excessively weakened (3.6.A.2b)

small stone chips in windscreen.

Pass 3 Apr 2009 39,884 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 15 Apr 2008 39,599 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2007 39,341 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2006 38,985 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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D575 XWV is a 1987 Volkswagen Golf in Red with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 D575 XWV, 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 D575 XWV registered?

D575 XWV is a 1987 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 1 May 1987.

Is D575 XWV safe to buy?

The MOT history for D575 XWV shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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