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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2015 · 1,598 cc

87 PATMOT history

87 PAT is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 25 Nov 2015. Its MOT is valid until 21 Feb 2027 and it has passed 9 of 15 MOT tests, with 99,860 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jan 2026.

87 PAT black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 21 Feb 2027
Mileage
99,860 mi
At MOT on 27 Jan 2026
MOT tests
15
9 passed · 6 failed
Per year
10,029 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
87 PAT
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2015
First used
25 Nov 2015
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

87 PAT was last recorded at 99,860 miles on 27 Jan 2026, 4,432 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
95,428 miles · 10 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
4,432 miles
Average per year
10,029 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 99,860 miles
  • 2025 – 95,428 miles
  • 2024 – 89,893 miles
  • 2023 – 83,349 miles
  • 2022 – 74,352 miles
  • 2021 – 60,005 miles
  • 2020 – 40,901 miles
  • 2018 – 26,907 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass99,860 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025

What MOT advisories 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.

  • Windscreen excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Wheel spacers fitted to all 4 wheels

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Windscreen tinted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

15 tests since 19 Oct 2018, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass99,860 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    99,860 miles
    Test number
    366778153439
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  2. Fail99,860 miles (+4,432)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,860 miles
    Test number
    511037408908
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  3. Pass95,428 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    95,428 miles
    Test number
    211616463183
    • MinorWindscreen excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  4. Fail95,428 miles (+5,535)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,428 miles
    Test number
    636072847245
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  5. Pass89,893 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    89,893 miles
    Test number
    385843603505
    • AdvisoryWheel spacers fitted to all 4 wheels
    • AdvisoryWindscreen tinted
  6. Fail89,892 miles (+6,543)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,892 miles
    Test number
    371472281706
    • MajorFront Registration plate incorrect and rear (0.1 (c))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both sides LHD headlights fitted (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryWheel spacers fitted to all 4 wheels
    • AdvisoryWindscreen tinted
  7. Pass83,349 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2024
    Odometer
    83,349 miles
    Test number
    980043794899
    • MinorWindscreen excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Fail83,349 miles (+8,997)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,349 miles
    Test number
    152998265498
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Brake insecure brake carrier (1.1.21 (c))
    • MinorWindscreen excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Pass74,352 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    74,352 miles
    Test number
    667073734719
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  10. Fail74,352 miles (+14,347)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,352 miles
    Test number
    979661578552
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring insecure (5.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring insecure (5.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  11. Pass60,005 miles (+2,348)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    60,005 miles
    Test number
    994325845016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass57,657 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    57,657 miles
    Test number
    309013220013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail57,657 miles (+16,756)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,657 miles
    Test number
    245524225571
    • Repaired at testDriver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction Air fresheners (3.1 (a) (ii))
  14. Pass40,901 miles (+13,994)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    40,901 miles
    Test number
    670153446862
    • 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))
  15. Pass26,907 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    26,907 miles
    Test number
    809079549908

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about 87 PAT

What vehicle is registration 87 PAT currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 87 PAT on a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 25 Nov 2015. 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 87 PAT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 87 PAT is valid until 21 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on 87 PAT?
The MOT on 87 PAT is valid until 21 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 87 PAT done?
87 PAT was recorded at 99,860 miles at its MOT on 27 Jan 2026, an average of 10,029 miles a year.
Has 87 PAT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 87 PAT has failed 6 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on 87 PAT 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 87 PAT find?
87 PAT passed its latest MOT on 27 Jan 2026 with 1 advisory: offside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil.

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