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E294 VGK

1987 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Petrol 1272cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2011
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

68,683 mi
Last recorded68,683 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2010
Typical for 1987 Volkswagen Golf117,027 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE294 VGK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1987
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,272cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 16 Aug 2010 68,683 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 66,679 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2008 64,848 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2007 62,944 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2006 60,804 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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E294 VGK is a 1987 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,272cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 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 E294 VGK, 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 E294 VGK?

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What year was E294 VGK registered?

E294 VGK is a 1987 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 10 September 1987.

Is E294 VGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for E294 VGK shows 5 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 E294 VGK have outstanding finance?

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