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E812 SNE

1987 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Diesel 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

67,588 mi
Last recorded67,588 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2016
Typical for 1987 Volkswagen Golf117,027 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE812 SNE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2016 67,588 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Fail 26 Mar 2016 67,580 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 15 Jun 2015 67,273 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

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

nsf tyre cut on outer edge

Pass 15 Jan 2014 67,273 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2013 67,273 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 4 Jan 2013 67,273 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Offside Side repeater insecure (1.4.A.2b)

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 28 Jan 2011 67,273 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2009 67,273 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2008 67,273 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2007 65,041 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 60,260 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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E812 SNE is a 1987 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,588cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 E812 SNE, 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 E812 SNE registered?

E812 SNE is a 1987 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 7 October 1987.

Is E812 SNE safe to buy?

The MOT history for E812 SNE shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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