1987 Volkswagen Golf 1.8L Petrol · E323 GEH
1987 Volkswagen Golf (1.8L, petrol). First registered 01 Aug 1987. Recorded mileage 117,274 miles. MOT valid until 15 Apr 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
- Year / Origin
- 1987 · Chelmsford
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 15 Apr 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 117,274 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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E323 GEH Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 17/04/2026
- 117,274 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (3 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
E323 GEH MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1987 Volkswagen Golf (E323 GEH) between February 2022 and April 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 10 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (3 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Bodywork (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 10 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
E323 GEH Mileage History
- 03/02/2022150,958 mi
- 31/01/2023153,652 mi+2,694 mi
- 31/01/2024158,804 mi+5,152 mi
- 12/03/202559,366 mi-99,438 mi
- 17/04/2026117,274 mi+57,908 mi
Average of roughly -8,020 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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