1987 Volkswagen Pick-up MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for Pick-up models manufactured in 1987, based on 44 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
1987 Volkswagen Pick-up MOT Analysis
The 1987 Volkswagen Pick-up has an MOT pass rate of 50.0% based on 44 tests — significantly below the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 139,130 miles on the odometer. With a 50.0% failure rate, the 1987 Pick-up is rated as "Very Poor" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 1987 Volkswagen Pick-up is Identification of the vehicle, responsible for 4.5% of failures. Identification failures relate to the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) and registration plate. The VIN must be permanently displayed and legible, and the registration plate must meet British Standard formatting. Typical repair costs range from £10–50. Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment is the second most common issue at 4.5%. Suspension follows at 4.5%.
Top failures specific to 1987 models only. The overall Pick-up page may show different rankings.
What Fails Most
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Identification Of The Vehicle | 4.5% | 2 |
| 2 | Lamps, Reflectors And Electrical Equipment | 4.5% | 2 |
| 3 | Suspension | 4.5% | 2 |
| 4 | Body, Chassis, Structure | 2.3% | 1 |
| 5 | Brakes | 2.3% | 1 |
| 6 | Noise, Emissions And Leaks | 2.3% | 1 |
| 7 | Seat Belts And Supplementary Restraint Systems | 2.3% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 139,130 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Identification of the vehicle | 0.33 | 4.5% | 2 |
| Lamps & Electrical | 0.33 | 4.5% | 2 |
| Suspension | 0.33 | 4.5% | 2 |
| Body & Structure | 0.16 | 2.3% | 1 |
| Brakes | 0.16 | 2.3% | 1 |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 0.16 | 2.3% | 1 |
| Seat Belts | 0.16 | 2.3% | 1 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 1987 Volkswagen Pick-up has an MOT pass rate of 50.0% based on 44 tests — significantly below the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 139,130 miles on the odometer. With a 50.0% failure rate, the 1987 Pick-up is rated as "Very Poor" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 1987 Volkswagen Pick-up, be prepared for above-average maintenance costs. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to identification of the vehicle: Ensure the VIN plate is visible and legible (usually in the windscreen or under the bonnet). Check that number plates are clean, undamaged, and use the correct font and spacing. With an average mileage of 139,130 miles, these vehicles are in the higher-mileage bracket where wear-related failures become more common.
Identification of the vehicle — 4.5% of failures
Identification of the vehicle issues account for 4.5% of MOT failures on 1987 Volkswagen Pick-up models. Identification failures relate to the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) and registration plate. The VIN must be permanently displayed and legible, and the registration plate must meet British Standard formatting. Typical repair costs: £10–50. Pre-MOT check: Ensure the VIN plate is visible and legible (usually in the windscreen or under the bonnet). Check that number plates are clean, undamaged, and use the correct font and spacing.
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment — 4.5% of failures
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment issues account for 4.5% of MOT failures on 1987 Volkswagen Pick-up models. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. Typical repair costs: £5–50. Pre-MOT check: Walk around the car and check every light — headlights (dipped and main beam), side lights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, hazard lights, reverse light, rear fog light, and number plate lights. Replace any blown bulbs before the test.
Suspension — 4.5% of failures
Suspension issues account for 4.5% of MOT failures on 1987 Volkswagen Pick-up models. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. Typical repair costs: £200–500. Pre-MOT check: Look for uneven tyre wear, listen for clunking over bumps, and check if the car pulls to one side. A bouncy ride suggests worn shock absorbers. Visually inspect coil springs for cracks.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.