1991 Volkswagen Golf 1.6L Diesel · H857 AMW
1991 Volkswagen Golf (1.6L, diesel). First registered 09 May 1991. Recorded mileage 170,282 miles. MOT valid until 28 Nov 2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
- Year / Origin
- 1991 · Bournemouth
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 28 Nov 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 170,282 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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H857 AMW Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 29/11/2025
- 170,282 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
H857 AMW MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 1991 Volkswagen Golf (H857 AMW) between August 2022 and November 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 6 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (1 issue), Suspension (1 issue), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 6 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.
H857 AMW Mileage History
- 17/08/2022166,302 mi
- 05/08/2023168,080 mi+1,778 mi
- 14/08/2024169,129 mi+1,049 mi
- 29/11/2025170,282 mi+1,153 mi
Average of roughly 1,212 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
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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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