No, P233 MSC is currently recorded as untaxed in official DVLA vehicle records.

When is the MOT due for P233 MSC?

The MOT for P233 MSC is valid and due for renewal on or before 3 November 2009.

What is the recorded mileage of P233 MSC?

The recorded mileage for P233 MSC is 67,425 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is P233 MSC ULEZ compliant?

No, P233 MSC 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

1997 Volkswagen Golf 2.8L Petrol · P233 MSC

P233 MSC

1997 Volkswagen Golf (2.8L, petrol). First registered 01/04/1997. Recorded mileage 67,425 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model: VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
Year / Origin: 1997 · Preston
MOT Status: Valid until 03/11/2009
Road Tax: Untaxed (01/09/2009)
Recorded Mileage: 67,425 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: PETROL · 2.8L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

MOT Status

Expired

Valid until 03/11/2009

Tax Status

Untaxed

Tax due 01/09/2009

Mileage: 67,425 mi
Fuel Type: PETROL
Year: 1997
Engine: 2792cc

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P233 MSC Key Findings

4 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 04/11/2008
67,425 miles recorded at latest MOT
1 historical MOT failure
1 defect noted at the latest MOT
Recurring lighting items (3 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed

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P233 MSC Mileage History

30/08/200653,293 mi
08/09/200760,584 mi+7,291 mi
22/09/200760,771 mi+187 mi
04/11/200867,425 mi+6,654 mi

Average of roughly 6,476 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.

P233 MSC MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: 9 Sept 2026, 06:29

MOT Analysis

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4 MOT tests are recorded for this 1997 Volkswagen Golf (P233 MSC) between August 2006 and November 2008.

The record contains 3 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 04 November 2008 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: Lighting (3 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Bodywork (1 issue), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 5 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: “Centre Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)”; “Offside Outer Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)”; “Offside Outer Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)”.

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