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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 1992 · 1,781 cc

D1 PLUMOT history

D1 PLU is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 30 Dec 1992. Its MOT is valid until 26 Mar 2027 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 156,331 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Mar 2026.

D1 PLU black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 26 Mar 2027
Mileage
156,331 mi
At MOT on 27 Mar 2026
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,188 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
D1 PLU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
1992
First used
30 Dec 1992
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

D1 PLU was last recorded at 156,331 miles on 27 Mar 2026, 1,705 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
154,626 miles · 21 May 2025
Between the last two tests
1,705 miles
Average per year
2,188 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 156,331 miles
  • 2025 – 154,626 miles
  • 2024 – 152,457 miles
  • 2023 – 151,356 miles
  • 2022 – 149,720 miles
  • 2021 – 148,365 miles
  • 2019 – 146,831 miles
  • 2018 – 145,585 miles
  • 2017 – 144,288 miles
  • 2016 – 142,682 miles
  • 2015 – 141,262 miles
  • 2014 – 139,577 miles
  • 2013 – 137,748 miles
  • 2012 – 135,879 miles
  • 2011 – 133,012 miles
  • 2010 – 130,361 miles
  • 2009 – 127,319 miles
  • 2008 – 123,533 miles
  • 2007 – 119,246 miles
  • 2006 – 113,733 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass156,331 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisorySuspension components corroded

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Oil leak

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2022

  • Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2010

  • Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2009

  • Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Brake hose slightly deteriorated o,s,f and o,s,r

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

28 tests since 29 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass156,331 miles (+1,705)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    156,331 miles
    Test number
    747539647200
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension components corroded
  2. Pass154,626 miles (+2,169)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2026
    Odometer
    154,626 miles
    Test number
    491326017702
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  3. Pass152,457 miles (+1,101)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    152,457 miles
    Test number
    641149688250
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Pass151,356 miles (+1,636)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    151,356 miles
    Test number
    306067286408
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion underside
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  5. Pass149,720 miles (+22)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    149,720 miles
    Test number
    150968853504
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated o,s,f and o,s,r (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer heavy cracking on cv boot
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer slight cracking on cv boot
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing age cracking, feathering, and cuts in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear seatbelt slow to retract
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  6. Fail149,698 miles (+1,333)2 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,698 miles
    Test number
    985788858297
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated o,s,f and o,s,r (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer heavy cracking on cv boot
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer slight cracking on cv boot
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing age cracking, feathering, and cuts in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear seatbelt slow to retract
    • AdvisoryWheel bearing has slight play both rear (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisorySlight damage on aux belt
  7. Pass148,365 miles (+18)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    148,365 miles
    Test number
    593621716611
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySide skirts fitted obscuring outer sills
  8. Fail148,347 miles (+1,516)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,347 miles
    Test number
    790274558243
    • MajorExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOuter sills covers fitted
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing has slight play both (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  9. Pass146,831 miles (+1,246)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    146,831 miles
    Test number
    338989643283
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing has slight play both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  10. Pass145,585 miles (+1,297)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    145,585 miles
    Test number
    723141437828
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing has slight play both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  11. Pass144,288 miles (+1,606)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    144,288 miles
    Test number
    891865670961
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn on edges
    • AdvisoryCover sills
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads low
    • AdvisoryUnder body repairs
  12. Pass142,682 miles13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    142,682 miles
    Test number
    464031115245
    • AdvisoryAll Metal Brake Pipes Have Slight Corrosion
    • AdvisoryBrake Pedal Rubber Worn On Edge
    • AdvisoryFront Both Lower Arms Corroded & Rear Bushes Deteriorated But Not Causing Excessive Movement
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipes Corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre Deteriorated & Tread Very Low Outer Edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti Roll Bar Drop Link Rubber Has Slight Play
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre Close To Legal Limit, Deteriorated & Very Low On Both Edges
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre Deteriorated & Inner Tread Distorted
    • AdvisoryOil Leak
    • AdvisoryOuter Sills Covered Obscuring Inspection
    • AdvisoryRear Both Brake Flexible Hose Metal Ends Corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Both Shock Absorbers Corroded
    • AdvisorySlight Corrosion On Rear Under Floor & Fuel Tank Straps Corroded
  13. Fail142,682 miles (+1,420)3 failures13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,682 miles
    Test number
    456089422837
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords As Marked & Inner Tread Distorted (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings Under Floor 30cm Of Anti Roll Bar Mount (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryAll Metal Brake Pipes Have Slight Corrosion
    • AdvisoryBrake Pedal Rubber Worn On Edge
    • AdvisoryFront Both Lower Arms Corroded & Rear Bushes Deteriorated But Not Causing Excessive Movement
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipes Corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre Deteriorated & Tread Very Low Outer Edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti Roll Bar Drop Link Rubber Has Slight Play
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre Close To Legal Limit, Deteriorated & Very Low On Both Edges
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre Deteriorated & Inner Tread Distorted
    • AdvisoryOil Leak
    • AdvisoryOuter Sills Covered Obscuring Inspection
    • AdvisoryRear Both Brake Flexible Hose Metal Ends Corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Both Shock Absorbers Corroded
    • AdvisorySlight Corrosion On Rear Under Floor & Fuel Tank Straps Corroded
  14. Pass141,262 miles (+1,685)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    141,262 miles
    Test number
    166095795172
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • NoteCorrosion in o/s/f floor
    • NoteN/s/f tyre worn on the outer edge
    • NoteO/s/f tyre worn on the outer edge
    • NoteOil leak
  15. Pass139,577 miles (+1,829)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    139,577 miles
    Test number
    476099194151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass137,748 miles (+1,869)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    137,748 miles
    Test number
    586680703249
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • NoteO/s/f tyre starting to wear on the outer edge
  17. Pass135,879 miles (+2,867)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    135,879 miles
    Test number
    189963902287
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar synthetic mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)
  18. Pass133,012 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    133,012 miles
    Test number
    736764871139
    • NoteRear no plate deteriating
  19. Fail133,012 miles (+2,651)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,012 miles
    Test number
    855093671149
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • NoteRear no plate deteriating
  20. Pass130,361 miles (+3,042)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    130,361 miles
    Test number
    613670400232
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteOil leak
  21. Pass127,319 miles (+124)2 advisories8 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    127,319 miles
    Test number
    642634509296
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBrake pedal rubber is getting worn
    • NoteDampness power steering pipe
    • NoteFront antiroll bar bushes deteriating
    • NoteSill covers fitted
    • NoteSlight damage nearside reartyre
    • NoteSlight play and slight notchiness steering column
    • NoteSlight play rear wheel bearings
    • NoteVague pattern offside headlight
  22. Fail127,195 miles (+3,662)1 failure2 advisories8 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,195 miles
    Test number
    532389599140
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBrake pedal rubber is getting worn
    • NoteDampness power steering pipe
    • NoteFront antiroll bar bushes deteriating
    • NoteSill covers fitted
    • NoteSlight damage nearside reartyre
    • NoteSlight play and slight notchiness steering column
    • NoteSlight play rear wheel bearings
    • NoteVague pattern offside headlight
  23. Pass123,533 miles (+180)1 advisory7 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    123,533 miles
    Test number
    881553908238
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteBrake pedal rubber getting worn
    • NoteCentre exhaust welded at split
    • NoteOffside front brake pad getting low
    • NoteOffside front foglight damaged
    • NotePower steering pipes damp
    • NoteSill covers fitted
    • NoteSlight play steering column universal joint
  24. Fail123,353 miles (+4,107)3 failures1 advisory7 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,353 miles
    Test number
    253302498419
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteBrake pedal rubber getting worn
    • NoteOffside front brake pad getting low
    • NoteOffside front foglight damaged
    • NotePower steering pipes damp
    • NoteSill covers fitted
    • NoteSlight play steering column universal joint
    • NoteVague beam pattern offside headlight and light condensated
  25. Pass119,246 miles (+182)4 advisories8 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    119,246 miles
    Test number
    294479097447
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBrake pedal rubber getting worn
    • NoteFront number plate cracked
    • NoteHeavy perishing rear axle mounting bushes
    • NoteNearside handbrake cable outer casing split
    • NotePower steering pipes damp
    • NoteSlight play front seat runners
    • NoteSlight play steering column universal joint
  26. Fail119,064 miles (+5,331)2 failures5 advisories8 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,064 miles
    Test number
    612293197141
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBrake pedal rubber getting worn
    • NoteHeavy perishing rear axle mounting bushes
    • NoteNearside handbrake cable split
    • NotePower steering pipes damp
    • NoteSill covers fitted
    • NoteSlight play front seat runners
    • NoteSlight play steering column
  27. Pass113,733 miles (+591)7 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    113,733 miles
    Test number
    271033096409
    • NoteAdvise metal brake pipes showing corrosion (Slight)
    • NoteAdvise nearside and offside front outer transmission gaiters showing signs of perishing
    • NoteAdvise nearside front indicator lense cracked
    • NoteAdvise slight play in nearside and offside rear wheel bearings
    • NoteAdvise slight play in upper and lower steering column universal joints
    • NoteAdvise various oil leaks evident
    • NoteAdvise vauge light output from nearside number plate light
  28. Fail113,142 miles1 failure8 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,142 miles
    Test number
    230880786484
    • FailureOffside Rear Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • NoteAdvise metal brake pipes showing surface corrosion
    • NoteAdvise nearside and offside front outer transmission gaiters perishing
    • NoteAdvise nearside front indicator lense cracked
    • NoteAdvise oil leak evident
    • NoteAdvise slight free play in upper and lower steering colomn
    • NoteAdvise slight play in nearside and offside rear wheel bearings
    • NoteAdvise vauge light out put from nearside number plate light
    • NoteAdvise water leak evident

Questions about D1 PLU

Does D1 PLU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on D1 PLU is valid until 26 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on D1 PLU?
The MOT on D1 PLU is valid until 26 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has D1 PLU done?
D1 PLU was recorded at 156,331 miles at its MOT on 27 Mar 2026, an average of 2,188 miles a year.
Has D1 PLU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. D1 PLU has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on D1 PLU 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 D1 PLU find?
D1 PLU passed its latest MOT on 27 Mar 2026 with 3 advisories: front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced; suspension components corroded.

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