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B4 ECE

1987 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Other 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2025
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

232,766 mi
Last recorded232,766 miles
Recorded on29 Feb 2024
Typical for 1987 Volkswagen Golf117,027 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB4 ECE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Feb 2024 232,766 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2023 232,556 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2022 232,379 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2019 231,398 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2018 230,903 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2018 230,850 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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B4 ECE is a 1987 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,781cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 B4 ECE, 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 B4 ECE?

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What year was B4 ECE registered?

B4 ECE is a 1987 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 28 July 1987.

Is B4 ECE safe to buy?

The MOT history for B4 ECE shows 6 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.

Does B4 ECE have outstanding finance?

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