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E251 UKR

1987 Volkswagen Golf

Red Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jul 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

120,455 mi
Last recorded120,455 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2026
Typical for 1987 Volkswagen Golf117,027 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE251 UKR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2026 120,455 miles

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 11 Jul 2025 120,346 miles

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 11 Mar 2024 120,202 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 4 Apr 2023 120,098 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2021 119,174 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Jun 2021 119,173 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Aug 2015 118,700 miles

bonnet prop clip missing

fuel filler neck corroded

general underside corrosion

slight rust to bulk head

Pass 11 Aug 2014 117,647 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

fuel pipe under vehicle slightly corroded

Pass 14 Aug 2013 117,202 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2012 116,625 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 116,209 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 1 Jul 2010 115,741 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2010 115,741 miles

Nearside Front Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Pass 24 Jun 2009 113,372 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2009 113,344 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 26 Jun 2008 111,703 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2007 110,588 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2006 108,058 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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E251 UKR is a 1987 Volkswagen Golf in Red with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 E251 UKR, 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 E251 UKR?

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What year was E251 UKR registered?

E251 UKR is a 1987 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 1 December 1987.

Is E251 UKR safe to buy?

The MOT history for E251 UKR shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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