The road tax status for J187 CGN is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for J187 CGN?

The MOT for J187 CGN is valid and due for renewal on or before 21 August 2025.

What is the recorded mileage of J187 CGN?

The recorded mileage for J187 CGN is 216,266 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is J187 CGN ULEZ compliant?

No, J187 CGN 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

1991 Volkswagen Golf 1.8L Petrol · J187 CGN

J187 CGN

1991 Volkswagen Golf (1.8L, petrol). First registered 25/10/1991. Recorded mileage 216,266 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model: VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
Year / Origin: 1991
MOT Status: Valid until 21/08/2025
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 216,266 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 1.8L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Valid until 21/08/2025

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Mileage: 216,266 mi
Fuel Type: Petrol
Year: 1991
Engine: 1781cc

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J187 CGN Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 23/08/2024
216,266 miles recorded at latest MOT
2 historical MOT failures
3 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring brakes items (13 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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J187 CGN Mileage History

20/04/2022205,806 mi
27/04/2022205,809 mi+3 mi
28/04/2022205,811 mi+2 mi
27/07/2023206,253 mi+442 mi
23/08/2024216,266 mi+10,013 mi

Average of roughly 4,463 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

J187 CGN MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 12 Sept 2026, 03:38

MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1991 Volkswagen Golf (J187 CGN) between April 2022 and August 2024.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 23 August 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (13 issues), Bodywork (5 issues), Lighting (4 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 17 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: “Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))”; “Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))”.

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