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C3 HKB

1987 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Mar 2025
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

172,330 mi
Last recorded172,330 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2024
Typical for 1987 Volkswagen Golf117,027 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC3 HKB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 5 Mar 2024 172,330 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2023 169,560 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2022 166,582 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2020 166,468 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2019 165,864 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2018 163,557 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 161,722 miles

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

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 8 Apr 2016 154,546 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 152,572 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2006 151,476 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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C3 HKB is a 1987 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 C3 HKB, 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

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What year was C3 HKB registered?

C3 HKB is a 1987 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 12 March 1987.

Is C3 HKB safe to buy?

The MOT history for C3 HKB shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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