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E76 GRE

1987 Volkswagen Golf

Green Diesel 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2024
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

94,644 mi
Last recorded94,644 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2023
Typical for 1987 Volkswagen Golf117,027 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE76 GRE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1987
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2023 94,644 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2021 94,047 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2020 93,821 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2019 93,672 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2018 93,570 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2017 93,543 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2015 93,535 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2013 93,533 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2011 93,533 miles

cooling system boiling over

nsf shock absorber worn

Fail 31 Mar 2011 93,533 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

cooling system boiling over

nsf shock absorber worn

Pass 11 Oct 2006 86,410 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 9 Sep 2006 85,181 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

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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E76 GRE is a 1987 Volkswagen Golf in Green with a 1,588cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 E76 GRE, 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 E76 GRE registered?

E76 GRE is a 1987 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 11 September 1987.

Is E76 GRE safe to buy?

The MOT history for E76 GRE shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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