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Volkswagen Golf

Green · Petrol · 1991 · 1,781 cc

1966 DWMOT history

1966 DW is a green petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 17 May 1991. Its MOT expired on 5 Oct 2026 and it has passed 20 of 35 MOT tests, with 102,779 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Oct 2026.

1966 DW green Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Golf, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 5 Oct 2026
Mileage
102,779 mi
At MOT on 23 Oct 2026
MOT tests
35
20 passed · 15 failed
Per year
1,901 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
1966 DW
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
1991
First used
17 May 1991
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
23 Oct 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

1966 DW was last recorded at 102,779 miles on 23 Oct 2026, 1,385 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
101,394 miles · 18 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
1,385 miles
Average per year
1,901 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 102,779 miles
  • 2025 – 101,394 miles
  • 2024 – 100,359 miles
  • 2023 – 99,498 miles
  • 2022 – 98,340 miles
  • 2021 – 96,689 miles
  • 2020 – 94,558 miles
  • 2019 – 93,126 miles
  • 2018 – 91,197 miles
  • 2017 – 90,097 miles
  • 2016 – 88,958 miles
  • 2015 – 88,088 miles
  • 2014 – 86,495 miles
  • 2013 – 83,274 miles
  • 2012 – 80,691 miles
  • 2011 – 77,047 miles
  • 2010 – 73,900 miles
  • 2009 – 71,441 miles
  • 2008 – 68,477 miles
  • 2007 – 65,792 miles
  • 2006 – 63,580 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail102,779 miles
  • MajorOffside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged outer casing/trim missing (7.1.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule central (1.1.12 (f) (i))

What MOT failures mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Central Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Offside Headlamp aim too high

    Failure5 MOTs, 2009–2016

  • Nearside Headlamp aim too high

    Failure4 MOTs, 2009–2016

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Nearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Centre Rear Seat belt flexible stalk deteriorated but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2010

Full MOT history

35 tests since 10 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail102,779 miles (+1,385)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,779 miles
    Test number
    191798527881
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged outer casing/trim missing (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule central (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  2. Pass101,394 miles (+1,035)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    101,394 miles
    Test number
    580490435563
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

  3. Pass100,359 miles (+861)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    100,359 miles
    Test number
    397230095509
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

  4. Pass99,498 miles (+1,158)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    99,498 miles
    Test number
    359446734722
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

  5. Pass98,340 miles (+1,651)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    98,340 miles
    Test number
    444248320012
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive axles (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Pass96,689 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    96,689 miles
    Test number
    267256088398
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Seat belt buckle casing missing
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corroded

  7. Fail96,689 miles (+2,131)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,689 miles
    Test number
    119568567619
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator does not face the front (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Seat belt buckle casing missing
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corroded

  8. Pass94,558 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    94,558 miles
    Test number
    135564378235
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively handbrake cable not returning (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner sill corroded

  9. Fail94,557 miles (+1,431)1 major1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,557 miles
    Test number
    794275519108
    • MajorNearside Rear Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively handbrake cable not returning (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner sill corroded

  10. Pass93,126 miles (+1,929)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    93,126 miles
    Test number
    826163823856
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass91,197 miles (+1,100)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2019
    Odometer
    91,197 miles
    Test number
    857944110441
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  12. Pass90,097 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2018
    Odometer
    90,097 miles
    Test number
    825517159667
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  13. Fail90,097 miles (+1,139)3 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,097 miles
    Test number
    897526218307
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  14. Pass88,958 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    88,958 miles
    Test number
    628191789887
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Fail88,958 miles (+870)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,958 miles
    Test number
    455323054483
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Pass88,088 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    88,088 miles
    Test number
    166011225110
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  17. Fail88,088 miles (+1,593)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,088 miles
    Test number
    925311225114
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass86,495 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    86,495 miles
    Test number
    106310894091
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Fail86,495 miles (+3,221)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,495 miles
    Test number
    178890194049
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  20. Pass83,274 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    83,274 miles
    Test number
    116214693423

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail83,274 miles (+2,583)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,274 miles
    Test number
    776162093003
    • FailureFront engine mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  22. Pass80,691 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    80,691 miles
    Test number
    178036292004
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  23. Fail80,691 miles (+3,644)5 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,691 miles
    Test number
    989835192060
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)
    • NoteAll three rubber mounts supporting rear silencer in poor condition.

  24. Pass77,047 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    77,047 miles
    Test number
    608594391047
    • AdvisoryBall joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  25. Fail77,047 miles (+3,147)4 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,047 miles
    Test number
    569504091009
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryBall joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteN/s/f tyre outer wall damaged.

  26. Pass73,900 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    73,900 miles
    Test number
    584348890023
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Seat belt flexible stalk deteriorated but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteSlight damage to n/s/f tyre outer wall.

  27. Fail73,900 miles (+2,459)4 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,900 miles
    Test number
    314920990036
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Seat belt flexible stalk deteriorated but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteSlight damage to n/s/f tyre outer wall.

  28. Pass71,441 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    71,441 miles
    Test number
    260946499023
    • AdvisorySeat belt flexible stalk deteriorated but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)

  29. Fail71,441 miles (+2,964)4 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,441 miles
    Test number
    473916899051
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisorySeat belt flexible stalk deteriorated but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)
    • NoteRear exhaust rubber mount deteriorating.

  30. Fail68,477 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,477 miles
    Test number
    152248988032
    • Repaired at testRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryBall joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Seat belt flexible stalk deteriorated but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)

  31. Pass68,477 miles (+2,685)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    68,477 miles
    Test number
    640978288028
    • AdvisoryBall joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Seat belt flexible stalk deteriorated but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)

  32. Pass65,792 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    65,792 miles
    Test number
    412736687039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail65,792 miles (+2,212)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,792 miles
    Test number
    131415787058
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  34. Pass63,580 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    63,580 miles
    Test number
    164900276401

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  35. Fail63,580 miles4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,580 miles
    Test number
    673599266047
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about 1966 DW

What vehicle is registration 1966 DW currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 1966 DW on a green petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 17 May 1991. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does 1966 DW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on 1966 DW expired on 5 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on 1966 DW?
The MOT on 1966 DW expired on 5 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has 1966 DW done?
1966 DW was recorded at 102,779 miles at its MOT on 23 Oct 2026, an average of 1,901 miles a year.
Has 1966 DW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 1966 DW has failed 15 of its 35 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on 1966 DW ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on 1966 DW find?
1966 DW failed its latest MOT on 23 Oct 2026 with 1 major defect and 6 advisories: offside rear lower suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill; central rear seat belt buckle slightly damaged outer casing/trim missing; nearside front lower suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill area, and 4 more.

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