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D747 MKN

1987 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2008
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

216,465 mi
Last recorded216,465 miles
Recorded on19 May 2007
Typical for 1987 Volkswagen Golf117,027 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD747 MKN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1987
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 May 2007 216,465 miles
Fail 15 May 2007 147,668 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Oil leak

Pass 12 May 2006 14,578 miles
Fail 8 May 2006 144,858 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 May 2005 141,195 miles
Fail 19 May 2005

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

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

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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D747 MKN is a 1987 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 D747 MKN, 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 D747 MKN registered?

D747 MKN is a 1987 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 31 January 1987.

Is D747 MKN safe to buy?

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