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E310 JBK

1987 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2025
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

83,762 mi
Last recorded83,762 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2024
Typical for 1987 Volkswagen Golf117,027 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE310 JBK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2024 83,762 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2023 83,746 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2022 83,681 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2021 83,450 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2020 82,794 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2019 82,526 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jul 2018 79,594 miles

all tyres badly perished and split

Pass 4 Jul 2017 77,122 miles

Nearside steering rack gaitor heavily perished

Pass 8 Jul 2016 74,844 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 72,462 miles

nearside front shocker top cover / bump stop looose

nearside rear + nearside parking brake slightly low reading

Fail 3 Jul 2015 72,462 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

nearside front shocker top cover / bump stop looose

nearside rear + nearside parking brake slightly low reading

Pass 30 Jul 2014 71,824 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 71,752 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 70,919 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 69,740 miles

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

Pass 5 May 2010 68,745 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 67,681 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

movement at nearside front leg top mount

offside wiper damaged

Pass 13 May 2008 66,649 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 30 Apr 2007 65,059 miles

fuel cap seal starting to perish

nearside rear + offside tyres starting to perish+ tread wearing on inner edges

offside front tyre starting to perish

slight play in both rear wheel bearings

Pass 12 May 2006 62,929 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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E310 JBK is a 1987 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 E310 JBK, 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 E310 JBK registered?

E310 JBK is a 1987 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 8 August 1987.

Is E310 JBK safe to buy?

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