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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Petrol · 2006 · 3,189 cc

FAL 1MOT history

FAL 1 is a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 7 Jul 2006. Its MOT is valid until 9 Jul 2027 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 167,207 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jun 2026.

FAL 1 blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Golf, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 9 Jul 2027
Mileage
167,207 mi
At MOT on 30 Jun 2026
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,579 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
FAL 1
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,189 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
7 Jul 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

FAL 1 was last recorded at 167,207 miles on 30 Jun 2026, 2,967 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
164,240 miles · 1 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
2,967 miles
Average per year
7,579 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 167,207 miles
  • 2025 – 164,240 miles
  • 2024 – 161,184 miles
  • 2023 – 154,616 miles
  • 2022 – 150,585 miles
  • 2021 – 143,216 miles
  • 2020 – 137,717 miles
  • 2019 – 134,422 miles
  • 2018 – 127,535 miles
  • 2017 – 124,060 miles
  • 2016 – 120,184 miles
  • 2015 – 116,739 miles
  • 2014 – 113,733 miles
  • 2013 – 108,110 miles
  • 2012 – 94,223 miles
  • 2011 – 75,658 miles
  • 2010 – 55,353 miles
  • 2009 – 38,196 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass167,207 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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.

  • Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

24 tests since 22 Jun 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass167,207 miles (+2,967)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    167,207 miles
    Test number
    224652438154
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass164,240 miles (+3,056)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    164,240 miles
    Test number
    839694175321

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass161,184 miles (+6,568)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    161,184 miles
    Test number
    629754523058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass154,616 miles (+4,031)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    154,616 miles
    Test number
    216593739274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass150,585 miles (+7,369)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    150,585 miles
    Test number
    863752455131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass143,216 miles (+5,499)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    143,216 miles
    Test number
    181235361347

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass137,717 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    137,717 miles
    Test number
    787642521031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail137,715 miles (+3,293)2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,715 miles
    Test number
    739023385495
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  9. Pass134,422 miles (+6,887)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    134,422 miles
    Test number
    275873569763
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  10. Pass127,535 miles (+3,475)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    127,535 miles
    Test number
    936758691949

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass124,060 miles (+252)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    124,060 miles
    Test number
    707622227557

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail123,808 miles (+3,624)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,808 miles
    Test number
    907579494943
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear pads look low

  13. Pass120,184 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    120,184 miles
    Test number
    102662294356
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Fail120,184 miles (+3,445)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,184 miles
    Test number
    388219908185
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass116,739 miles (+3,006)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    116,739 miles
    Test number
    735683875130
    • NoteBoth rear suspension strut bump stops perishing
    • NoteSuspect OSF suspension strut top mount bearing worn

  16. Pass113,733 miles9 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    113,733 miles
    Test number
    239745884400
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteN/s/r bumpstop perished
    • NoteO/s/r bumpstops perished

  17. Fail113,733 miles (+5,623)2 failures9 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,733 miles
    Test number
    256032384458
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureFront Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteN/s/r bumpstop perished
    • NoteO/s/r bumpstops perished

  18. Pass108,110 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    108,110 miles
    Test number
    545502573134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail108,110 miles (+13,887)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,110 miles
    Test number
    666952873129
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  20. Pass94,223 miles (+18,565)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    94,223 miles
    Test number
    456425982133
    • 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)

  21. Pass75,658 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    75,658 miles
    Test number
    836933271154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail75,658 miles (+20,305)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,658 miles
    Test number
    525113471164
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass55,353 miles (+17,157)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    55,353 miles
    Test number
    584054870177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass38,196 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    38,196 miles
    Test number
    902323379116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about FAL 1

What vehicle is registration FAL 1 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show FAL 1 on a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 7 Jul 2006. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does FAL 1 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on FAL 1 is valid until 9 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on FAL 1?
The MOT on FAL 1 is valid until 9 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has FAL 1 done?
FAL 1 was recorded at 167,207 miles at its MOT on 30 Jun 2026, an average of 7,579 miles a year.
Has FAL 1 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. FAL 1 has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jun 2020.
Has the mileage on FAL 1 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 FAL 1 find?
FAL 1 passed its latest MOT on 30 Jun 2026 with 2 minor defects and 1 advisory: offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; offside front upper anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside front tyre slightly damaged.

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