1986 Volkswagen 2.1L Petrol · D213 XPH

The Volkswagen passed its most recent MOT on 2 July 2025 at 35,846 miles with no defects recorded, confirming current roadworthy status. The maintenance trend is stable, with no advisories or mechanical faults logged across the five tests on file. Two earlier failures on 25 June 2025 and 4 April 2024 show no recorded defects, indicating administrative or presentation issues at test rather than worsening condition. Recorded mileage sits at 35,846 against a 1986 build, an average of roughly 896 miles per year. The car added only 1,577 miles between the April 2023 test at 33,087 miles and the July 2025 pass. Such low annual use over four decades points to light running or extended periods off the road. The clean record with no corrosion, brake, or suspension flags suggests careful storage, though sparse entries limit deep wear analysis. A buyer should still inspect structural integrity in person given the vehicle's age. Long standing invites hidden chassis rust beneath sills and suspension mounting points even when testers logged none. Check coil springs, suspension bushes, and brake discs for age-related degradation rather than mileage wear. Verify the two zero-defect failures were paperwork or lighting presentation, not concealed faults. Confirm tyre sidewall condition and brake caliper freedom after storage. The history implies a low-use, well-kept classic, but physical inspection remains essential before purchase.