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Volkswagen Golf

Red · Petrol · 2009 · 1,595 cc

9 PALMOT history

9 PAL is a red petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 5 Oct 2009. Its MOT is valid until 18 Mar 2027 and it has passed 13 of 19 MOT tests, with 121,801 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Mar 2026.

9 PAL red Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 18 Mar 2027
Mileage
121,801 mi
At MOT on 5 Mar 2026
MOT tests
19
13 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,419 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
9 PAL
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
5 Oct 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

9 PAL was last recorded at 121,801 miles on 5 Mar 2026, 3,050 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
118,751 miles · 19 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
3,050 miles
Average per year
6,419 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 121,801 miles
  • 2025 – 118,751 miles
  • 2024 – 114,736 miles
  • 2023 – 110,074 miles
  • 2021 – 103,739 miles
  • 2020 – 98,522 miles
  • 2019 – 90,297 miles
  • 2018 – 84,008 miles
  • 2017 – 77,988 miles
  • 2016 – 71,952 miles
  • 2014 – 61,282 miles
  • 2013 – 46,974 miles
  • 2012 – 35,382 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass121,801 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated slightly perished (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated slightly perished (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Nearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2018

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s - due to excessive heat

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

19 tests since 17 Sept 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass121,801 miles (+3,050)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    121,801 miles
    Test number
    761323597399
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated slightly perished (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated slightly perished (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass118,751 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    118,751 miles
    Test number
    540569218558
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s - due to excessive heat (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension components corroded

  3. Fail118,749 miles (+4,013)1 dangerous2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,749 miles
    Test number
    541601306578
    • DangerousOffside Front Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and outer wall perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s - due to excessive heat (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension components corroded

  4. Pass114,736 miles (+4,662)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    114,736 miles
    Test number
    207147264625
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOuter Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s/f and n/s/r (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Tyre slightly damaged both - out of shape on edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively both (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass110,074 miles (+3)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    110,074 miles
    Test number
    458289391344
    • AdvisoryInner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear - out of shape (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail110,071 miles (+6,332)4 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,071 miles
    Test number
    315431389801
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryInner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear - out of shape (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass103,739 miles (+2)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    103,739 miles
    Test number
    250925853616
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension components corroded

  8. Fail103,737 miles (+5,215)3 major1 repaired1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,737 miles
    Test number
    786114525304
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension components corroded

  9. Pass98,522 miles (+8,225)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    98,522 miles
    Test number
    884657287531
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Outer Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySlight Oil Leak

  10. Pass90,297 miles (+2)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    90,297 miles
    Test number
    569695140656
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Fail90,295 miles (+6,287)1 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,295 miles
    Test number
    733360602545
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  12. Pass84,008 miles (+2)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2019
    Odometer
    84,008 miles
    Test number
    104896243799
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryO/S/F Tyre Bald On Inner Edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  13. Fail84,006 miles (+6,018)1 dangerous2 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,006 miles
    Test number
    701823513123
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Bald On Inner Edge And Has Cords Exposed (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryO/S/F Tyre Bald On Inner Edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  14. Pass77,988 miles (+6,036)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2018
    Odometer
    77,988 miles
    Test number
    274387479757
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

  15. Pass71,952 miles (+10,670)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    71,952 miles
    Test number
    972214859548
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  16. Pass61,282 miles (+14,308)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    61,282 miles
    Test number
    658001984214
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass46,974 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    46,974 miles
    Test number
    146693363245
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Fail46,974 miles (+11,592)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,974 miles
    Test number
    666662363220
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass35,382 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    35,382 miles
    Test number
    365961762458
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteBoth rear tyres cracking/wearing on inner edges

Questions about 9 PAL

What vehicle is registration 9 PAL currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 9 PAL on a red petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 5 Oct 2009. 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 9 PAL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 9 PAL is valid until 18 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on 9 PAL?
The MOT on 9 PAL is valid until 18 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 9 PAL done?
9 PAL was recorded at 121,801 miles at its MOT on 5 Mar 2026, an average of 6,419 miles a year.
Has 9 PAL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 9 PAL has failed 6 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on 9 PAL 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 9 PAL find?
9 PAL passed its latest MOT on 5 Mar 2026 with 2 minor defects and 6 advisories: nearside front suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated slightly perished; offside front suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated slightly perished; nearside front coil spring corroded, and 5 more.

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