The road tax status for G993 RWL is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for G993 RWL?

The MOT for G993 RWL is valid and due for renewal on or before 29 January 2025.

What is the recorded mileage of G993 RWL?

The recorded mileage for G993 RWL is 52,298 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is G993 RWL ULEZ compliant?

No, G993 RWL 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 Golf 1.8L Petrol · G993 RWL

G993 RWL

1989 Volkswagen Golf (1.8L, petrol). First registered 23/08/1989. Recorded mileage 52,298 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model: VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
Year / Origin: 1989 · Maidstone
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Valid until 29/01/2025
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 52,298 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 1.8L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Valid until 29/01/2025

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Mileage: 52,298 mi
Fuel Type: Petrol
Year: 1989
Engine: 1781cc

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G993 RWL Key Findings

12 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 30/01/2024
52,298 miles recorded at latest MOT
3 historical MOT failures
8 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring tyres items (6 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed

! Tax Status Unknown

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G993 RWL Mileage History

31/07/200637,466 mi
12/07/200740,109 mi+2,643 mi
16/07/200842,467 mi+2,358 mi
29/09/200944,257 mi+1,790 mi
01/09/201045,809 mi+1,552 mi
03/09/201147,105 mi+1,296 mi
27/09/201248,858 mi+1,753 mi
29/09/201248,858 mi
19/10/201349,991 mi+1,133 mi
21/10/201349,991 mi
30/01/202452,298 mi+2,307 mi

Average of roughly 848 miles per year across 11 recorded odometer readings.

G993 RWL MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 6 Oct 2026, 23:17

MOT Analysis

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12 MOT tests are recorded for this 1989 Volkswagen Golf (G993 RWL) between July 2006 and January 2024.

The record contains 9 passes and 3 failures.

The most recent test on 30 January 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 3 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (6 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Suspension (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 13 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: “Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)”; “Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)”; “Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)”.

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