The road tax status for G708 GVG is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for G708 GVG?

The MOT for G708 GVG is valid and due for renewal on or before 15 December 2026.

What is the recorded mileage of G708 GVG?

The recorded mileage for G708 GVG is 107,807 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is G708 GVG ULEZ compliant?

No, G708 GVG 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

MOT Valid

1989 Volkswagen Golf 1.6L Petrol · G708 GVG

G708 GVG

1989 Volkswagen Golf (1.6L, petrol). First registered 01/08/1989. Recorded mileage 107,807 miles. MOT valid until 15/12/2026.

Make & Model: VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
Year / Origin: 1989 · Maidstone
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Valid until 15/12/2026
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 107,807 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 1.6L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Mileage: 107,807 mi
Fuel Type: Petrol
Year: 1989
Engine: 1595cc

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G708 GVG Key Findings

35 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 09/12/2025
107,807 miles recorded at latest MOT
15 historical MOT failures
6 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring suspension items (71 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)

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G708 GVG Mileage History

24/05/200662,583 mi
18/05/200764,471 mi+1,888 mi
02/12/200866,447 mi+1,976 mi
27/10/200971,423 mi+4,976 mi
27/10/200971,423 mi
19/10/201078,539 mi+7,116 mi
19/10/201078,539 mi
14/10/20110 mi-78,539 mi
14/10/201184,266 mi+84,266 mi
15/10/201287,507 mi+3,241 mi
15/10/201287,507 mi
14/10/201389,714 mi+2,207 mi
15/10/201389,714 mi
15/10/201492,319 mi+2,605 mi
16/10/201492,319 mi
13/10/201595,749 mi+3,430 mi
19/10/201595,836 mi+87 mi
24/10/201697,733 mi+1,897 mi
24/10/201697,733 mi
25/10/201799,628 mi+1,895 mi
01/11/201799,628 mi
19/10/2018101,859 mi+2,231 mi
07/11/2018101,921 mi+62 mi
10/10/2019104,008 mi+2,087 mi
10/10/2019104,008 mi
02/11/2020105,170 mi+1,162 mi
02/11/2020105,170 mi
11/11/2021105,971 mi+801 mi
16/11/2021105,971 mi
12/12/2022106,442 mi+471 mi
16/12/2022106,442 mi
29/11/2023106,879 mi+437 mi
29/11/2023106,879 mi
09/12/2024107,263 mi+384 mi
09/12/2025107,807 mi+544 mi

Average of roughly 2,314 miles per year across 35 recorded odometer readings.

Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.

G708 GVG MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 4 Oct 2026, 19:39

MOT Analysis

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35 MOT tests are recorded for this 1989 Volkswagen Golf (G708 GVG) between May 2006 and December 2025.

The record contains 20 passes and 15 failures.

The most recent test on 09 December 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 15 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (71 issues), Brakes (41 issues), Lighting (29 issues), Windscreen (22 issues), Tyres (18 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 174 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: “Offside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))”; “Nearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))”; “Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))”.

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