1996 Volkswagen Golf 1.9L Diesel · P780 BWN
1996 Volkswagen Golf (1.9L, diesel). First registered 20 Nov 1996. Recorded mileage 140,258 miles. MOT valid until 08 Sept 2027. Taxed until 01 Oct 2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
- Year / Origin
- 1996 · Preston
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 08 Sept 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Oct 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 140,258 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.9L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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P780 BWN Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 02/09/2026
- 140,258 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (3 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
P780 BWN MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1996 Volkswagen Golf (P780 BWN) between August 2022 and September 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 7 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (3 issues), Windscreen (2 issues), Tyres (1 issue), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 7 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.
P780 BWN Mileage History
- 31/08/2022132,033 mi
- 06/09/2023134,281 mi+2,248 mi
- 21/08/2024136,432 mi+2,151 mi
- 13/08/2025138,173 mi+1,741 mi
- 02/09/2026140,258 mi+2,085 mi
Average of roughly 2,053 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent
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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