The road tax status for P103 KAR is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for P103 KAR?

The MOT for P103 KAR is valid and due for renewal on or before 20 October 2022.

What is the recorded mileage of P103 KAR?

The recorded mileage for P103 KAR is 130,845 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is P103 KAR ULEZ compliant?

No, P103 KAR 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

1996 Volkswagen Golf 1.4L Petrol · P103 KAR

P103 KAR

1996 Volkswagen Golf (1.4L, petrol). First registered 12/10/1996. Recorded mileage 130,845 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model: VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
Year / Origin: 1996 · Preston
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Valid until 20/10/2022
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 130,845 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 1.4L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

MOT Status

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Valid until 20/10/2022

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Mileage: 130,845 mi
Fuel Type: Petrol
Year: 1996
Engine: 1391cc

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P103 KAR Key Findings

18 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 20/10/2021
130,845 miles recorded at latest MOT
2 historical MOT failures
No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Recurring exhaust & emissions items (4 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

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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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P103 KAR Mileage History

02/10/200678,843 mi
19/12/200782,166 mi+3,323 mi
09/12/200884,316 mi+2,150 mi
29/12/200987,220 mi+2,904 mi
13/12/201089,754 mi+2,534 mi
21/12/201193,422 mi+3,668 mi
17/01/201398,602 mi+5,180 mi
22/01/2014102,814 mi+4,212 mi
22/01/2015107,503 mi+4,689 mi
22/01/2015107,503 mi
20/01/2016111,484 mi+3,981 mi
17/10/2016114,555 mi+3,071 mi
04/10/2017119,185 mi+4,630 mi
22/10/2018122,343 mi+3,158 mi
18/10/2019125,083 mi+2,740 mi
14/10/2020128,475 mi+3,392 mi
20/10/2021130,845 mi+2,370 mi
20/10/2021130,845 mi

Average of roughly 3,455 miles per year across 18 recorded odometer readings.

P103 KAR MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 6 Oct 2026, 13:33

MOT Analysis

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18 MOT tests are recorded for this 1996 Volkswagen Golf (P103 KAR) between October 2006 and October 2021.

The record contains 16 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 20 October 2021 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Exhaust & Emissions (4 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Suspension (1 issue), Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 9 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.

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