1985 Volkswagen Golf 1.8L Petrol · C20 ABF
1985 Volkswagen Golf (1.8L, petrol). First registered 01 Aug 1985. Recorded mileage 138,633 miles. MOT expired on 02 Jan 2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
- Year / Origin
- 1985 · Cardiff
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 02 Jan 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 138,633 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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C20 ABF Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 03/01/2025
- 138,633 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring exhaust & emissions items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
C20 ABF 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 1985 Volkswagen Golf (C20 ABF) between July 2022 and January 2025.
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: Exhaust & Emissions (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.
C20 ABF Mileage History
- 02/07/2022138,103 mi
- 30/06/2023138,130 mi+27 mi
- 03/01/2025138,633 mi+503 mi
Average of roughly 211 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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.
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