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E186 KHT

1987 Volkswagen Golf

Red Petrol 1272cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2022
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

90,146 mi
Last recorded90,146 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2021
Typical for 1987 Volkswagen Golf117,027 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE186 KHT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,272cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2021 90,146 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2020 89,267 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2019 48,714 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 45,016 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2014 43,553 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Oil leak

exhaust noisey

Pass 7 Nov 2012 80,059 miles

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

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

could not open petrol cap

Fail 7 Nov 2012 80,059 miles

Offside Rear All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

could not open petrol cap

Pass 1 Sep 2011 65,102 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

vehicle suspension lowered.

Fail 1 Sep 2011 65,102 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

vehicle suspension lowered.

Pass 17 Aug 2010 50,935 miles

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

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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E186 KHT is a 1987 Volkswagen Golf in Red with a 1,272cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 E186 KHT, 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.

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What year was E186 KHT registered?

E186 KHT is a 1987 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 28 August 1987.

Is E186 KHT safe to buy?

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