1991 Volkswagen Golf 1.8L Petrol · J105 FAP
1991 Volkswagen Golf (1.8L, petrol). First registered 09 Aug 1991. Recorded mileage 161,101 miles. MOT expired on 29 Aug 2025.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
- Year / Origin
- 1991
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 29 Aug 2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 161,101 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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J105 FAP Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 23/08/2024
- 161,101 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 5 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (3 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
J105 FAP 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 1991 Volkswagen Golf (J105 FAP) between August 2022 and August 2024.
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 (3 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues), Lighting (1 issue), Suspension (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.
J105 FAP Mileage History
- 12/08/2022160,726 mi
- 31/08/2023160,757 mi+31 mi
- 23/08/2024161,101 mi+344 mi
Average of roughly 185 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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