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1986 Volkswagen Golf 1.6L Petrol · D991 OAR

D991 OAR

1986 Volkswagen Golf (1.6L, petrol). First registered 16 Aug 1986. Recorded mileage 145,683 miles. MOT valid until 25 Jul 2027.

Make & Model
VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
Year / Origin
1986 · Chester
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 25 Jul 2027
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
145,683 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.6L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 25 Jul 2027
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
1986
Engine
1595cc
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D991 OAR Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 27/07/2026
  • 145,683 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring brakes items (3 mentions)

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

D991 OAR MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 2 Oct 2026, 20:44
MOT Analysis

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

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1986 Volkswagen Golf (D991 OAR) between April 2022 and July 2026.

The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.

The record shows no MOT failures, although 5 advisory notices note items to monitor.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (3 issues), Tyres (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 5 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.

PASS
FAIL
ADVISORY

D991 OAR Mileage History

  1. 29/04/2022143,997 mi
  2. 05/06/2023144,262 mi+265 mi
  3. 27/06/2024144,554 mi+292 mi
  4. 20/06/2025145,426 mi+872 mi
  5. 27/07/2026145,683 mi+257 mi

Average of roughly 397 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

May be subject to ULEZ charges

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
85
/ 100 · Good
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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Valid MOT
Tax Status Unknown
Exceptional MOT pass rate (100%)
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