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Volkswagen Golf

White · Petrol · 1988 · 1,272 cc

F657 OPBMOT history

F657 OPB is a white petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 17 Nov 1988. Its MOT is valid until 8 Mar 2027 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 70,418 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Mar 2026.

F657 OPB white Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 8 Mar 2027
Mileage
70,418 mi
At MOT on 9 Mar 2026
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,256 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
F657 OPB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,272 cc
Year of manufacture
1988
First used
17 Nov 1988
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

F657 OPB was last recorded at 70,418 miles on 9 Mar 2026, 267 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
70,151 miles · 20 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
267 miles
Average per year
2,256 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 70,418 miles
  • 2024 – 70,151 miles
  • 2023 – 68,364 miles
  • 2022 – 67,937 miles
  • 2020 – 67,886 miles
  • 2019 – 65,681 miles
  • 2018 – 64,042 miles
  • 2017 – 60,756 miles
  • 2016 – 59,519 miles
  • 2010 – 46,543 miles
  • 2008 – 31,044 miles
  • 2007 – 26,862 miles
  • 2006 – 25,017 miles
  • 2005 – 24,460 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass70,418 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Inner Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (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.

  • Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007

Full MOT history

19 tests since 25 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass70,418 miles (+267)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    70,418 miles
    Test number
    273731880975
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  2. Pass70,151 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    70,151 miles
    Test number
    481176385797
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  3. Fail70,151 miles (+1,787)1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,151 miles
    Test number
    367093666802
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  4. Pass68,364 miles (+427)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    68,364 miles
    Test number
    315205357966
    • AdvisoryBoth rear axle bushes worn

  5. Pass67,937 miles (+51)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    67,937 miles
    Test number
    199875560675

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass67,886 miles (+2,205)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    67,886 miles
    Test number
    653456684650

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass65,681 miles (+1,639)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    65,681 miles
    Test number
    923098643707
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass64,042 miles (+3,286)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    64,042 miles
    Test number
    248586214619

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass60,756 miles (+1,237)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    60,756 miles
    Test number
    907425901036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass59,519 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    59,519 miles
    Test number
    432074761048
    • AdvisoryAll Rear Brake Hoses Ferrals Rusting
    • AdvisoryChips In Windscreen
    • AdvisoryExhaust System Rusting

  11. Fail59,519 miles (+12,976)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,519 miles
    Test number
    287846174403
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • AdvisoryAll Rear Brake Hoses Ferrals Rusting
    • AdvisoryChips In Windscreen
    • AdvisoryExhaust System Rusting

  12. Pass46,543 miles (+16)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    46,543 miles
    Test number
    682495270003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail46,527 miles (+15,483)1 dangerous6 failures5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,527 miles
    Test number
    144673570487
    • DangerousParking brake lever, pawl mechanism pivots or their associated mountings are insecure (3.1.4b)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteDrivers seat in poor condition (backrest slightly loose)
    • NoteEmmissions co on max limit
    • NoteNon standard suspension springs fitted
    • NoteO/s/r tyre worn low
    • NoteSlight exhaust blow from rear joint

  14. Pass31,044 miles (+4,182)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    31,044 miles
    Test number
    260331518300
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteBoth Rear Axle Mounting Bushes Perishing
    • NoteChips In Windscreen
    • NoteSlight Play In Both Rear Wheel Bearings

  15. Pass26,862 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    26,862 miles
    Test number
    594502987201
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  16. Fail26,860 miles (+1,843)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,860 miles
    Test number
    280081487277
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  17. Pass25,017 miles (+557)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    25,017 miles
    Test number
    983923606301

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass24,460 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    24,460 miles
    Test number
    402598995212
    • NoteN/s wiper blade splitting
    • NoteRear silencer outer skin weak

  19. Fail24,460 miles2 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,460 miles
    Test number
    904718995206
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteN/s wiper blade splitting
    • NoteRear silencer outer skin weak

Questions about F657 OPB

Does F657 OPB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on F657 OPB is valid until 8 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on F657 OPB?
The MOT on F657 OPB is valid until 8 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has F657 OPB done?
F657 OPB was recorded at 70,418 miles at its MOT on 9 Mar 2026, an average of 2,256 miles a year.
Has F657 OPB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. F657 OPB has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on F657 OPB 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 F657 OPB find?
F657 OPB passed its latest MOT on 9 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect: offside front inner steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt.

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