The road tax status for F471 FTV is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for F471 FTV?

The MOT for F471 FTV is valid and due for renewal on or before 31 July 2026.

What is the recorded mileage of F471 FTV?

The recorded mileage for F471 FTV is 203,668 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is F471 FTV ULEZ compliant?

No, F471 FTV does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

1988 Volkswagen Golf 1.8L Petrol · F471 FTV

F471 FTV

1988 Volkswagen Golf (1.8L, petrol). First registered 01/08/1988. Recorded mileage 203,668 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model: VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
Year / Origin: 1988 · Nottingham
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Valid until 31/07/2026
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 203,668 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 1.8L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Valid until 31/07/2026

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Mileage: 203,668 mi
Fuel Type: Petrol
Year: 1988
Engine: 1781cc

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F471 FTV Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT failed on 03/08/2026
203,668 miles recorded at latest MOT
2 historical MOT failures
8 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring brakes items (4 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

/ 100 · Below Average

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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed

! Tax Status Unknown

! Average MOT pass rate (60%)

! Older vehicle

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F471 FTV Mileage History

14/07/2023202,012 mi
11/07/2024203,072 mi+1,060 mi
15/07/2024203,077 mi+5 mi
02/08/2025203,520 mi+443 mi
03/08/2026203,668 mi+148 mi

Average of roughly 542 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

F471 FTV MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 4 Oct 2026, 05:24

MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1988 Volkswagen Golf (F471 FTV) between July 2023 and August 2026.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 03 August 2026 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (4 issues), Suspension (3 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Windscreen (1 issue), Bodywork (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 13 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.

Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))”; “Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))”.

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