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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 1,598 cc

F3 CAMMOT history

F3 CAM is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 1 Sept 2012. Its MOT is valid until 22 Jul 2027 and it has passed 12 of 18 MOT tests, with 179,767 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Jul 2026.

F3 CAM black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 22 Jul 2027
Mileage
179,767 mi
At MOT on 14 Jul 2026
MOT tests
18
12 passed · 6 failed
Per year
13,750 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
F3 CAM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
1 Sept 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

F3 CAM was last recorded at 179,767 miles on 14 Jul 2026, 6,891 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
172,876 miles · 15 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
6,891 miles
Average per year
13,750 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 179,767 miles
  • 2025 – 172,876 miles
  • 2024 – 164,868 miles
  • 2023 – 149,611 miles
  • 2022 – 137,841 miles
  • 2021 – 124,253 miles
  • 2020 – 111,776 miles
  • 2019 – 93,427 miles
  • 2018 – 68,915 miles
  • 2017 – 44,455 miles
  • 2016 – 31,185 miles
  • 2015 – 29,331 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass179,767 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (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.

  • Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both worn to 2mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

18 tests since 5 Aug 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass179,767 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    179,767 miles
    Test number
    807793552341
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail179,767 miles (+6,891)2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,767 miles
    Test number
    887250807265
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass172,876 miles3 minor
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    172,876 miles
    Test number
    464053357555
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail172,876 miles (+8,008)2 major3 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,876 miles
    Test number
    724179468392
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass164,868 miles (+3)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    164,868 miles
    Test number
    450447466666
    • MinorOffside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both worn to 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail164,865 miles (+15,254)1 dangerous1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,865 miles
    Test number
    967317651399
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both worn to 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass149,611 miles (+11,770)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    149,611 miles
    Test number
    174754719377

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass137,841 miles (+13,588)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    137,841 miles
    Test number
    486917958564
    • AdvisoryRear tyres wearing low

  9. Pass124,253 miles (+12,477)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    124,253 miles
    Test number
    173134855438
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  10. Pass111,776 miles (+18,349)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    111,776 miles
    Test number
    660689877809
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass93,427 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    93,427 miles
    Test number
    876079430774

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail93,426 miles (+24,511)2 dangerous1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,426 miles
    Test number
    934232929029
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass68,915 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    68,915 miles
    Test number
    274539194334

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail68,915 miles (+24,460)1 major1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,915 miles
    Test number
    328466355031
    • MajorBrake pad(s) wear indicator illuminated (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  15. Pass44,455 miles (+13,270)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    44,455 miles
    Test number
    133529769643
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  16. Pass31,185 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    31,185 miles
    Test number
    556372621663

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail31,185 miles (+1,854)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,185 miles
    Test number
    104423439545
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

  18. Pass29,331 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    29,331 miles
    Test number
    298807615219
    • NoteBoth front tyres tread on 2mm

Questions about F3 CAM

Does F3 CAM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on F3 CAM is valid until 22 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on F3 CAM?
The MOT on F3 CAM is valid until 22 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has F3 CAM done?
F3 CAM was recorded at 179,767 miles at its MOT on 14 Jul 2026, an average of 13,750 miles a year.
Has F3 CAM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. F3 CAM has failed 6 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on F3 CAM 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 F3 CAM find?
F3 CAM passed its latest MOT on 14 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt; nearside rear anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play, and 1 more.

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