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D144 EES

1987 Volkswagen Jetta

Red Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Sep 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

196,357 mi
Last recorded196,357 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2025
Typical for 1987 Volkswagen Jetta108,126 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD144 EES
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2025 196,357 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2024 196,140 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2023 195,661 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2022 195,528 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2021 195,347 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2020 195,098 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2019 194,862 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2018 194,721 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2017 194,598 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2016 194,329 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2015 194,018 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2014 193,738 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2013 193,501 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2013 193,488 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 24 Aug 2012 193,151 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 191,730 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2011 62,937 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 19 Sep 2006 191,315 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2006 191,315 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 27 Aug 2005 189,350 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Jetta?

Based on 438,127 MOT tests across 37,562 vehicles.

76.7%
Pass Rate
7,762
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
37,562
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 8,560
coil spring broken 4,403
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,922
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 3,404
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 3,196
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D144 EES is a 1987 Volkswagen Jetta in Red with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 1987 Volkswagen Jetta models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.2% with a typical mileage of 108,126 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Jetta fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 8,560 recorded failures. If you're considering buying D144 EES, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Jetta typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 39 years old, this Volkswagen Jetta is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was D144 EES registered?

D144 EES is a 1987 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 1 March 1987.

Is D144 EES safe to buy?

The MOT history for D144 EES shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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