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E63 CMV

1987 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2009
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

140,723 mi
Last recorded140,723 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2008
Typical for 1987 Volkswagen Golf117,027 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE63 CMV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1987
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2008 140,723 miles

advise bung on n/s/r inner wing re-fitted

advise h/brake adjust

advise new bleed hose to header tank

advise new dist. cap

crank seal leaking oil

front discs worn

minor earth fault n/s/r lamp

n/s/f shock weaping

Fail 14 Nov 2008 140,722 miles

Centre Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

advise all engine bay vac hosing replaced

advise bung on n/s/r inner wing re-fitted

advise h/brake adjust

advise new bleed hose to header tank

advise new dist. cap

crank seal leaking oil

front discs worn

minor earth fault n/s/r lamp

n/s/f shock weaping

Pass 28 Nov 2007 138,115 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2007 138,112 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

offside front brake hose insecure

Pass 9 Nov 2006 131,732 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2006 131,426 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

both front anti roll bar drop link bushes worn

Pass 11 Nov 2005 125,521 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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E63 CMV is a 1987 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 E63 CMV, 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.

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What year was E63 CMV registered?

E63 CMV is a 1987 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 6 August 1987.

Is E63 CMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for E63 CMV shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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