1997 Volkswagen Golf 2.0L Petrol · R255 AAK
1997 Volkswagen Golf (2.0L, petrol). First registered 29 Aug 1997. Recorded mileage 117,540 miles. MOT valid until 15 Mar 2027. Taxed until 01 Feb 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
- Year / Origin
- 1997 · Reading
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 15 Mar 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Feb 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 117,540 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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R255 AAK Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 09/03/2026
- 117,540 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
R255 AAK 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 1997 Volkswagen Golf (R255 AAK) between February 2022 and March 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 1 advisory notice notes an item to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (1 issue), Steering (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 1 advisory notice is 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.
R255 AAK Mileage History
- 16/02/2022112,753 mi
- 10/02/2023114,036 mi+1,283 mi
- 16/03/2024115,114 mi+1,078 mi
- 14/03/2025116,465 mi+1,351 mi
- 09/03/2026117,540 mi+1,075 mi
Average of roughly 1,180 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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