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Volkswagen Golf

Red · Petrol · 1987 · 1,781 cc

E403 WMWMOT history

E403 WMW is a red petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 25 Sept 1987. Its MOT is valid until 22 Mar 2027 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 203,439 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Mar 2026.

E403 WMW red Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 22 Mar 2027
Mileage
203,439 mi
At MOT on 23 Mar 2026
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,787 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
E403 WMW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
1987
First used
25 Sept 1987
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

E403 WMW was last recorded at 203,439 miles on 23 Mar 2026, 1,037 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
202,402 miles · 15 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
1,037 miles
Average per year
4,787 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 203,439 miles
  • 2024 – 202,402 miles
  • 2023 – 200,317 miles
  • 2022 – 196,356 miles
  • 2021 – 187,246 miles
  • 2020 – 177,740 miles
  • 2019 – 171,135 miles
  • 2018 – 158,895 miles
  • 2017 – 152,350 miles
  • 2016 – 147,633 miles
  • 2015 – 142,943 miles
  • 2014 – 142,891 miles
  • 2013 – 142,767 miles
  • 2012 – 142,724 miles
  • 2011 – 137,070 miles
  • 2010 – 130,534 miles
  • 2009 – 123,989 miles
  • 2008 – 118,534 miles
  • 2007 – 113,263 miles
  • 2006 – 107,786 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass203,439 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill panel (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2007–2014

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Corrosion on front susp wishbone arms & anti roll bar

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Exhaust mountings deteriating

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass203,439 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    203,439 miles
    Test number
    437776166759
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill panel (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Fail203,439 miles (+1,037)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    203,439 miles
    Test number
    657243086007
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill panel (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass202,402 miles (+2,085)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    202,402 miles
    Test number
    735869657554

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass200,317 miles (+3,961)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    200,317 miles
    Test number
    403868073959
    • MinorOffside Rear Electrical wiring insecure (4.11 (a) (i))

  5. Pass196,356 miles (+9,110)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    196,356 miles
    Test number
    175564817819
    • MinorDriver's view to the front outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction wiper park position (3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test roll bar fitted
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension modified

  6. Pass187,246 miles (+9,506)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    187,246 miles
    Test number
    937263707554
    • AdvisoryRear seats removed at time of test
    • AdvisorySteering and suspension modified (lowered)

  7. Pass177,740 miles (+6,605)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    177,740 miles
    Test number
    172100211834

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass171,135 miles (+12,240)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    171,135 miles
    Test number
    409100468756

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass158,895 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    158,895 miles
    Test number
    122190066748
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

  10. Fail158,895 miles (+6,545)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,895 miles
    Test number
    433413980636
    • DangerousSteering wheel likely to become detached (2.2.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

  11. Pass152,350 miles (+4,717)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    152,350 miles
    Test number
    443760058094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass147,633 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    147,633 miles
    Test number
    418300116958
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake binding slightly
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe to o/s/f hose slightly insecure in engine bay
    • AdvisoryVery slightly rusty in places underneath

  13. Fail147,630 miles (+4,687)7 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,630 miles
    Test number
    254075981218
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded from brake load valve to rear inner hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Inner Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake binding slightly
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe to n/s/r outer hose getting corroded
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe to o/s/f hose slightly insecure in engine bay
    • AdvisoryVery slightly rusty in places underneath

  14. Pass142,943 miles (+41)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    142,943 miles
    Test number
    958541666716
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on front susp wishbone arms & anti roll bar
    • AdvisoryExhaust mountings deteriating
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Corrosion on Wheel arch area
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All disc's deteriating (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion engine compartment both inner chassis members
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  15. Fail142,902 miles (+11)3 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,902 miles
    Test number
    290189244607
    • FailureHeadlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded Two pipes corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on front susp wishbone arms & anti roll bar
    • AdvisoryExhaust mountings deteriating
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Corrosion on Wheel arch area
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All disc's deteriating (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion engine compartment both inner chassis members
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  16. Pass142,891 miles (+124)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    142,891 miles
    Test number
    817949214140
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  17. Pass142,767 miles (+43)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    142,767 miles
    Test number
    588278503192
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  18. Pass142,724 miles (+2)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    142,724 miles
    Test number
    928961822197
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBoth rear brake discs corroded

  19. Fail142,722 miles (+5,652)5 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,722 miles
    Test number
    246406912169
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBoth rear brake discs corroded

  20. Pass137,070 miles (+3)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    137,070 miles
    Test number
    319208211184
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  21. Fail137,067 miles (+6,533)3 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,067 miles
    Test number
    486606611138
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  22. Fail130,534 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,534 miles
    Test number
    130849400179
    • Repaired at testExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  23. Pass130,534 miles (+6,545)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    130,534 miles
    Test number
    452019700129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass123,989 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    123,989 miles
    Test number
    483762989084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail123,989 miles (+5,455)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,989 miles
    Test number
    604902889097
    • Repaired at testExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

  26. Pass118,534 miles (+5,271)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    118,534 miles
    Test number
    761520688074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass113,263 miles (+5,477)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    113,263 miles
    Test number
    131970187009
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  28. Pass107,786 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    107,786 miles
    Test number
    341168486063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about E403 WMW

Does E403 WMW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on E403 WMW is valid until 22 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on E403 WMW?
The MOT on E403 WMW is valid until 22 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has E403 WMW done?
E403 WMW was recorded at 203,439 miles at its MOT on 23 Mar 2026, an average of 4,787 miles a year.
Has E403 WMW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. E403 WMW has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on E403 WMW 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 E403 WMW find?
E403 WMW passed its latest MOT on 23 Mar 2026 with 1 advisory: offside rear outer suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill panel.

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