1990 Volkswagen Golf 1.8L Petrol · G211 BKV
1990 Volkswagen Golf (1.8L, petrol). First registered 26 Jan 1990. Recorded mileage 148,717 miles. MOT valid until 10 Apr 2027. Taxed until 01 Apr 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
- Year / Origin
- 1990 · Maidstone
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 10 Apr 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Apr 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 148,717 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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G211 BKV Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 12/04/2026
- 148,717 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
G211 BKV 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 1990 Volkswagen Golf (G211 BKV) between March 2024 and April 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 6 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (2 issues), Brakes (1 issue), Suspension (1 issue), Bodywork (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 6 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.
G211 BKV Mileage History
- 09/03/2024147,197 mi
- 08/04/2025147,940 mi+743 mi
- 12/04/2026148,717 mi+777 mi
Average of roughly 727 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent
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