No, J170 FAP is currently registered under SORN (Statutory Off Road Notification) with the DVLA.

When is the MOT due for J170 FAP?

The MOT for J170 FAP is valid and due for renewal on or before 2 May 2024.

What is the recorded mileage of J170 FAP?

The recorded mileage for J170 FAP is 184,460 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is J170 FAP ULEZ compliant?

No, J170 FAP 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

1991 Volkswagen Golf 2.8L Petrol · J170 FAP

J170 FAP

1991 Volkswagen Golf (2.8L, petrol). First registered 01/08/1991. Recorded mileage 184,460 miles. MOT status: Expired. Currently declared SORN.

Make & Model: VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
Year / Origin: 1991
MOT Status: Valid until 02/05/2024
Road Tax: SORN
Recorded Mileage: 184,460 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: PETROL · 2.8L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

MOT Status

Expired

Valid until 02/05/2024

Tax Status

SORN

Statutory Off Road (SORN)

Mileage: 184,460 mi
Fuel Type: PETROL
Year: 1991
Engine: 2800cc

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J170 FAP Key Findings

2 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 04/05/2023
184,460 miles recorded at latest MOT
1 historical MOT failure
8 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring brakes items (10 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

/ 100 · Below Average

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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed

! Tax Status Unknown

! Average MOT pass rate (50%)

! Older vehicle

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J170 FAP Mileage History

19/04/2023184,457 mi
04/05/2023184,460 mi+3 mi

Average of roughly 73 miles per year across 2 recorded odometer readings.

J170 FAP MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: 6 Sept 2026, 15:31

MOT Analysis

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2 MOT tests are recorded for this 1991 Volkswagen Golf (J170 FAP) between April 2023 and May 2023.

The record contains 1 pass and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 04 May 2023 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (10 issues), Suspension (6 issues), Steering (3 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues), Bodywork (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 16 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 Front Lower Engine mounting damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement bolt missing (6.1.8 (a) (i))”; “Brake pipe excessively corroded both front to rear from load valve (1.1.11 (c))”; “Offside Front Vehicle structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced in engine bay (6.1.1 (a) (”.

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