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1990 Volkswagen Golf 2.0L Petrol · H278 TCG

H278 TCG

1990 Volkswagen Golf (2.0L, petrol). First registered 31/12/1990. Recorded mileage 160,507 miles. MOT valid until 09/03/2027.

MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 09/03/2027
Tax Status
Unknown
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
1990
Engine
1984cc

H278 TCG Key Findings

  • 4 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 10/03/2026
  • 160,507 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
80
/ 100 · Good
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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
✓ Good MOT pass rate (75%)
! Older vehicle
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H278 TCG Mileage History

  1. 13/09/2022158,459 mi
  2. 13/09/2022158,459 mi
  3. 02/05/2024158,811 mi+352 mi
  4. 10/03/2026160,507 mi+1,696 mi

Average of roughly 587 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.

H278 TCG MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: 16 May 2026, 02:04
MOT Analysis

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

4 MOT tests are recorded for this 1990 Volkswagen Golf (H278 TCG) between September 2022 and March 2026.

The record contains 3 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 10 March 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

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