The road tax status for A970 GLE is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for A970 GLE?

The MOT for A970 GLE is valid and due for renewal on or before 9 June 2026.

What is the recorded mileage of A970 GLE?

The recorded mileage for A970 GLE is 59,700 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is A970 GLE ULEZ compliant?

No, A970 GLE 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

1983 Volkswagen Golf 2.0L Petrol · A970 GLE

A970 GLE

1983 Volkswagen Golf (2.0L, petrol). First registered 14/10/1983. Recorded mileage 59,700 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model: VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
Year / Origin: 1983 · Peterborough
MOT Status: Valid until 09/06/2026
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 59,700 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 2.0L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

MOT Status

Expired

Valid until 09/06/2026

Tax Status

Unknown

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Mileage: 59,700 mi
Fuel Type: Petrol
Year: 1983
Engine: 1984cc

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A970 GLE Key Findings

3 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 11/06/2025
59,700 miles recorded at latest MOT
1 historical MOT failure
4 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring tyres items (8 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 (67%)

! Older vehicle

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A970 GLE Mileage History

08/02/202258,890 mi
11/06/202559,700 mi+810 mi
11/06/202559,700 mi

Average of roughly 243 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.

A970 GLE MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: 2 Sept 2026, 03:37

MOT Analysis

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3 MOT tests are recorded for this 1983 Volkswagen Golf (A970 GLE) between February 2022 and June 2025.

The record contains 2 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 11 June 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (8 issues), Lighting (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 8 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.

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