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E509 CFG

1987 Volkswagen Golf

White Diesel 1588cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jul 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

35,608 mi
Last recorded35,608 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2026
Typical for 1987 Volkswagen Golf117,027 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE509 CFG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2026 35,608 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2026 35,594 miles

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Jul 2025 35,472 miles
Pass 21 May 2024 35,346 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2022 35,301 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2021 35,233 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2020 35,142 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 34,861 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 34,288 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 34,105 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 33,898 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both front (3.6.B.4e)

Rear wheel bearing has slight play both rear (2.6.2)

Pass 16 Apr 2015 33,553 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 33,357 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 33,074 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 32,766 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 32,466 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 32,003 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2009 31,746 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2008 31,430 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2007 31,147 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2005 30,927 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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E509 CFG is a 1987 Volkswagen Golf in White with a 1,588cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 E509 CFG, 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 E509 CFG registered?

E509 CFG is a 1987 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 10 November 1987.

Is E509 CFG safe to buy?

The MOT history for E509 CFG shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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