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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Petrol · 1988 · 1,781 cc

E307 MUWMOT history

E307 MUW is a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 25 Mar 1988. Its MOT is valid until 16 Aug 2027 and it has passed 21 of 29 MOT tests, with 139,636 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Aug 2026.

E307 MUW blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 16 Aug 2027
Mileage
139,636 mi
At MOT on 13 Aug 2026
MOT tests
29
21 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,480 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
E307 MUW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
1988
First used
25 Mar 1988
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

E307 MUW was last recorded at 139,636 miles on 13 Aug 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Aug 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 29 Jul 2024: 133,133 miles, lower than 137,257 miles on 31 Jul 2023.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
139,634 miles · 12 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
2,480 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 139,636 miles
  • 2025 – 135,970 miles
  • 2024 – 133,137 miles
  • 2023 – 137,257 miles
  • 2022 – 129,180 miles
  • 2021 – 127,538 miles
  • 2020 – 126,300 miles
  • 2019 – 125,119 miles
  • 2018 – 122,541 miles
  • 2017 – 119,777 miles
  • 2016 – 117,639 miles
  • 2015 – 115,013 miles
  • 2014 – 112,389 miles
  • 2013 – 110,802 miles
  • 2012 – 108,504 miles
  • 2011 – 105,047 miles
  • 2010 – 101,340 miles
  • 2009 – 98,870 miles
  • 2008 – 96,530 miles
  • 2007 – 92,280 miles
  • 2006 – 89,776 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass139,636 miles
  • AdvisoryAdvise corrosion on all metal brake pipesRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryMinor corrosion on undersideRecorded at 4 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.

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Minor engine oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Slight play in both front upper top mounts

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

29 tests since 6 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass139,636 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    139,636 miles
    Test number
    286861749126
    • AdvisoryAdvise corrosion on all metal brake pipes
    • AdvisoryMinor corrosion on underside

  2. Fail139,634 miles (+3,664)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,634 miles
    Test number
    106463556044
    • MajorBrake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAdvise corrosion on all metal brake pipes
    • AdvisoryMinor corrosion on underside

  3. Pass135,970 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    135,970 miles
    Test number
    260947921639
    • AdvisoryMinor corrosion on underside
    • AdvisoryMinor engine oil leak
    • AdvisorySlight play in both front upper top mounts

  4. Fail135,967 miles (+2,830)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,967 miles
    Test number
    270418419037
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryMinor corrosion on underside
    • AdvisoryMinor engine oil leak
    • AdvisorySlight play in both front upper top mounts

  5. Pass133,137 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    133,137 miles
    Test number
    127396074087
    • 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))

  6. Fail133,133 miles (-4,124)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,133 miles
    Test number
    407900074528
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% 60% (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • 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))

  7. Pass137,257 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    137,257 miles
    Test number
    758636961827
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Fail137,257 miles (+8,077)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,257 miles
    Test number
    115640521717
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass129,180 miles (+1,642)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    129,180 miles
    Test number
    704761751864
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Bumper inner slight corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  10. Pass127,538 miles (+1,238)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    127,538 miles
    Test number
    545031803555
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Under jacking point slight corrosion

  11. Pass126,300 miles (+1,181)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    126,300 miles
    Test number
    640352190903
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  12. Pass125,119 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    125,119 miles
    Test number
    245133534280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail125,117 miles (+2,576)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,117 miles
    Test number
    845010531830
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Towbar is so weakened by corrosion within 30cm of a towbar mounting, the towbar is likely to become detached wheel arch (6.1.6 (i) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  14. Pass122,541 miles (+2,764)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    122,541 miles
    Test number
    411964087044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass119,777 miles (+2,138)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    119,777 miles
    Test number
    242562042564
    • AdvisoryFront Various corrosions underbody
    • AdvisoryRear Various corrosions underbody

  16. Pass117,639 miles (+2,626)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    117,639 miles
    Test number
    884702248249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass115,013 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    115,013 miles
    Test number
    792557511804

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail115,012 miles (+2,623)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,012 miles
    Test number
    346646525238
    • FailureDriver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  19. Pass112,389 miles (+1,587)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    112,389 miles
    Test number
    779066124217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass110,802 miles (+2,298)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    110,802 miles
    Test number
    537900493112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass108,504 miles (+3,457)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    108,504 miles
    Test number
    399731102490

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass105,047 miles (+3,707)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    105,047 miles
    Test number
    397897501467
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  23. Pass101,340 miles (+2,470)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    101,340 miles
    Test number
    373638100218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass98,870 miles (+2,340)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    98,870 miles
    Test number
    612149569146
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre

  25. Pass96,530 miles (+4,250)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    96,530 miles
    Test number
    252298778118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass92,280 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    92,280 miles
    Test number
    441034497190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail92,280 miles (+2,504)3 dangerous2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,280 miles
    Test number
    621772297193
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  28. Pass89,776 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    89,776 miles
    Test number
    450605596189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail89,776 miles2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,776 miles
    Test number
    200917686180
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteSlight play in steering rack

Questions about E307 MUW

Does E307 MUW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on E307 MUW is valid until 16 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on E307 MUW?
The MOT on E307 MUW is valid until 16 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has E307 MUW done?
E307 MUW was recorded at 139,636 miles at its MOT on 13 Aug 2026, an average of 2,480 miles a year.
Has E307 MUW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. E307 MUW has failed 8 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on E307 MUW ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 29 Jul 2024. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on E307 MUW find?
E307 MUW passed its latest MOT on 13 Aug 2026 with 2 advisories: advise corrosion on all metal brake pipes; minor corrosion on underside.

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