1983 Volkswagen Golf 1.8L Petrol · A971 THV
1983 Volkswagen Golf (1.8L, petrol). First registered 21 Oct 1983. Recorded mileage 147,713 miles. MOT expired on 03 Nov 2025.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
- Year / Origin
- 1983 · Peterborough
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 03 Nov 2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 147,713 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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A971 THV Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 04/11/2024
- 147,713 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
A971 THV MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
3 MOT tests are recorded for this 1983 Volkswagen Golf (A971 THV) between March 2022 and November 2024.
The record contains 3 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 2 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 2 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.
A971 THV Mileage History
- 15/03/2022147,123 mi
- 12/07/2023147,558 mi+435 mi
- 04/11/2024147,713 mi+155 mi
Average of roughly 223 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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