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1987 Volkswagen 2.0L Petrol · E940 BFE

E940 BFE

1987 Volkswagen (2.0L, petrol). First registered 01 Aug 1987. Recorded mileage 202,525 miles. MOT valid until 11 Aug 2027.

Make & Model
VOLKSWAGEN
Year / Origin
1987 · Chelmsford
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 11 Aug 2027
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
202,525 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 2.0L
Reliability Guide
Available on IAGC
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 11 Aug 2027
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
1987
Engine
1968cc
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E940 BFE Key Findings

  • 3 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 13/08/2026
  • 202,525 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 defects noted at the latest MOT

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

E940 BFE MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 29 Sept 2026, 09:03
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

3 MOT tests are recorded for this 1987 Volkswagen Unknown (E940 BFE) between August 2022 and August 2026.

The record contains 3 passes and 0 failures.

The record shows no MOT failures, although 2 advisory notices note items to monitor.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Bodywork (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 2 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.

PASS
FAIL
ADVISORY

E940 BFE Mileage History

  1. 02/08/2022202,228 mi
  2. 29/07/2023202,287 mi+59 mi
  3. 13/08/2026202,525 mi+238 mi

Average of roughly 74 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

May be subject to ULEZ charges

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
85
/ 100 · Good
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

MOT Roadworthiness: Good

This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.

Valid MOT
Tax Status Unknown
Exceptional MOT pass rate (100%)
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