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E226 LBT

1987 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Mar 2027
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

132,484 mi
Last recorded132,484 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2026
Typical for 1987 Volkswagen Golf117,027 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE226 LBT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1987
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 19 Mar 2026 132,484 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2025 131,635 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2024 131,434 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2023 131,386 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 131,068 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

slight corrosion rear axle beam

Pass 21 Aug 2007 130,717 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2006 128,914 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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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E226 LBT is a 1987 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,781cc 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 E226 LBT, 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

How do I check the history of E226 LBT?

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What year was E226 LBT registered?

E226 LBT is a 1987 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 31 December 1987.

Is E226 LBT safe to buy?

The MOT history for E226 LBT 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.

Does E226 LBT have outstanding finance?

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