The road tax status for G983 RVJ is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for G983 RVJ?

The MOT for G983 RVJ is valid and due for renewal on or before 12 August 2024.

What is the recorded mileage of G983 RVJ?

The recorded mileage for G983 RVJ is 60,076 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is G983 RVJ ULEZ compliant?

No, G983 RVJ 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

1989 Volkswagen Caddy 1.6L Petrol · G983 RVJ

G983 RVJ

1989 Volkswagen Caddy (1.6L, petrol). First registered 18 Oct 1989. Recorded mileage 60,076 miles. MOT expired on 12 Aug 2024.

Make & Model: VOLKSWAGEN CADDY
Year / Origin: 1989 · Maidstone
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Expired on 12 Aug 2024
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 60,076 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 1.6L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Year

1989

Engine

1595cc

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G983 RVJ Key Findings

26 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 14/08/2023
60,076 miles recorded at latest MOT
11 historical MOT failures
11 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring brakes items (46 mentions)

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G983 RVJ MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 3 Nov 2026, 09:54

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26 MOT tests are recorded for this 1989 Volkswagen Caddy (G983 RVJ) between November 2005 and August 2023.

The record contains 15 passes and 11 failures.

The most recent test on 14 August 2023 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 11 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (46 issues), Lighting (45 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (11 issues), Suspension (7 issues), Bodywork (6 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 62 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 Brake cable insecure rubbing on wheel/tyre (1.1.15 (c))”; “Nearside Rear Brake cable insecure rubbing on wheel/tyre (1.1.15 (c))”; “Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))”.

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G983 RVJ Mileage History

04/11/200550,798 mi
03/11/200652,801 mi+2,003 mi
12/10/200754,247 mi+1,446 mi
16/12/200855,931 mi+1,684 mi
18/12/200855,931 mi
21/11/200956,208 mi+277 mi
26/11/200956,208 mi
09/12/201057,576 mi+1,368 mi
16/12/201057,576 mi
24/01/201257,968 mi+392 mi
03/02/201257,968 mi
11/04/201357,757 mi-211 mi
10/04/201459,056 mi+1,299 mi
08/04/201558,454 mi-602 mi
11/05/201659,536 mi+1,082 mi
12/05/201659,536 mi
12/06/201758,624 mi-912 mi
20/06/201758,624 mi
10/08/201858,654 mi+30 mi
10/08/201858,654 mi
26/07/201960,006 mi+1,352 mi
29/03/202160,012 mi+6 mi
26/04/202160,012 mi
19/04/202260,075 mi+63 mi
05/08/202360,076 mi+1 mi
14/08/202360,076 mi

Average of roughly 522 miles per year across 26 recorded odometer readings.

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

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

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MOT Roadworthiness: Poor

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MOT Expired or Failed

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Poor MOT pass rate (33%)

1 dangerous defects found recently

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