1989 Volkswagen Golf 1.8L Petrol · G737 MGP
1989 Volkswagen Golf (1.8L, petrol). First registered 31 Oct 1989. Recorded mileage 109,144 miles. MOT valid until 18 Jul 2027. Taxed until 01 Mar 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
- Year / Origin
- 1989 · Maidstone
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 18 Jul 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Mar 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 109,144 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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G737 MGP Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 20/07/2026
- 109,144 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (3 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
G737 MGP 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 1989 Volkswagen Golf (G737 MGP) between March 2022 and July 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 9 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (3 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 9 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.
G737 MGP Mileage History
- 28/03/2022106,857 mi
- 14/03/2023108,385 mi+1,528 mi
- 18/04/2024108,870 mi+485 mi
- 23/04/2025109,009 mi+139 mi
- 20/07/2026109,144 mi+135 mi
Average of roughly 530 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent
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