1989 Volkswagen Golf 1.8L Petrol · G81 GCX
1989 Volkswagen Golf (1.8L, petrol). First registered 05/10/1989. Recorded mileage 117,996 miles. MOT valid until 03/08/2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
- Year / Origin
- 1989 · Maidstone
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 03/08/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 117,996 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 1989
- Engine
- 1781cc
G81 GCX Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 05/08/2026
- 117,996 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (3 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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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G81 GCX Mileage History
- 14/08/2023117,987 mi
- 20/09/2024117,996 mi+9 mi
- 05/08/2026117,996 mi
Average of roughly 3 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.
G81 GCX 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 (G81 GCX) between August 2023 and August 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 7 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (3 issues), Brakes (1 issue), Bodywork (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 7 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.
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