1990 Volkswagen Golf 1.8L Petrol · G421 CLA
1990 Volkswagen Golf (1.8L, petrol). First registered 01/06/1990. Recorded mileage 68,645 miles. MOT valid until 30/06/2027. Taxed until 01/07/2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
- Year / Origin
- 1990 · Maidstone
- MOT Status
- Valid until 30/06/2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01/07/2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 68,645 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- PETROL
- Year
- 1990
- Engine
- 1781cc
G421 CLA Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 02/07/2026
- 68,645 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
- 6 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (9 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
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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G421 CLA Mileage History
- 17/07/202368,563 mi
- 27/07/202368,570 mi+7 mi
- 02/06/202668,635 mi+65 mi
- 10/06/202668,642 mi+7 mi
- 02/07/202668,645 mi+3 mi
Average of roughly 28 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
G421 CLA MOT History
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 1990 Volkswagen Golf (G421 CLA) between July 2023 and July 2026.
The record contains 2 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 02 July 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 3 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (9 issues), Bodywork (6 issues), Lighting (4 issues), Brakes (4 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 31 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))”; “Nearside Front Electrical wiring insecure and in contact with sharp edges Under the wing / Possible electrical wiring f”; “Nearside Front Electrical wiring insulation so damaged or deteriorated it is likely to cause a short-circuit Under the ”.
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