1989 Volkswagen Golf 1.8L Petrol · G782 CLD
1989 Volkswagen Golf (1.8L, petrol). First registered 31 Aug 1989. Recorded mileage 133,898 miles. MOT valid until 15 Apr 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
- Year / Origin
- 1989 · Maidstone
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 15 Apr 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 133,898 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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G782 CLD Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 17/04/2026
- 133,898 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
G782 CLD 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 1989 Volkswagen Golf (G782 CLD) between August 2023 and April 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 8 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (2 issues), Lighting (1 issue), Suspension (1 issue), Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 8 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.
G782 CLD Mileage History
- 29/08/2023133,726 mi
- 15/11/2024133,809 mi+83 mi
- 17/04/2026133,898 mi+89 mi
Average of roughly 65 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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