The road tax status for F490 GAW is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for F490 GAW?

The MOT for F490 GAW is valid and due for renewal on or before 28 October 2025.

What is the recorded mileage of F490 GAW?

The recorded mileage for F490 GAW is 38,025 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is F490 GAW ULEZ compliant?

No, F490 GAW 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

1989 Cadillac 5.0L Petrol · F490 GAW

F490 GAW

1989 Cadillac (5.0L, petrol). First registered 31/12/1989. Recorded mileage 38,025 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model: CADILLAC
Year / Origin: 1989 · Nottingham
MOT Status: Valid until 28/10/2025
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 38,025 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 5.0L
Reliability Guide: Available on IAGC

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Mileage: 38,025 mi
Fuel Type: Petrol
Year: 1989
Engine: 5000cc

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F490 GAW Key Findings

4 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 29/10/2024
38,025 miles recorded at latest MOT
2 historical MOT failures
10 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring brakes items (10 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed

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! Average MOT pass rate (50%)

! Older vehicle

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F490 GAW Mileage History

29/06/202237,982 mi
06/06/202438,012 mi+30 mi
29/10/202438,025 mi+13 mi
29/10/202438,025 mi

Average of roughly 18 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.

F490 GAW MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: 9 Sept 2026, 20:46

MOT Analysis

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4 MOT tests are recorded for this 1989 Cadillac Unknown (F490 GAW) between June 2022 and October 2024.

The record contains 2 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 29 October 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 (10 issues), Lighting (8 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues), Bodywork (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 27 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: “Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))”; “Emissions unable to be completed coolant leaking... risk of overheating (8.2.1.2 (d))”.

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