MOT Status
ValidMileage
138,204 miAbove average mileage for this year
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill/wheel arch corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ALL tyres sidewalls perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
An item not tested (Manual)
Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
How Reliable is the Volkswagen Golf?
Based on 22,270,993 MOT tests across 1,787,037 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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E51 WGN is a 1987 Volkswagen Golf in White with a 1,272cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.
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 E51 WGN, 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 E51 WGN?
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What year was E51 WGN registered?
E51 WGN is a 1987 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 14 October 1987.
Is E51 WGN safe to buy?
The MOT history for E51 WGN shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does E51 WGN have outstanding finance?
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