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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 2007 · 1,390 cc

FDR 38MOT history

FDR 38 is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 20 Jul 2007. Its MOT is valid until 17 Jun 2027 and it has passed 17 of 20 MOT tests, with 83,863 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Jun 2026.

FDR 38 black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Golf, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 17 Jun 2027
Mileage
83,863 mi
At MOT on 18 Jun 2026
MOT tests
20
17 passed · 3 failed
Per year
2,524 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
FDR 38
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
20 Jul 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

FDR 38 was last recorded at 83,863 miles on 18 Jun 2026, 899 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
82,964 miles · 4 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
899 miles
Average per year
2,524 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 83,863 miles
  • 2025 – 82,964 miles
  • 2024 – 81,708 miles
  • 2023 – 81,129 miles
  • 2022 – 80,800 miles
  • 2021 – 80,108 miles
  • 2020 – 79,633 miles
  • 2019 – 79,052 miles
  • 2018 – 78,298 miles
  • 2017 – 77,389 miles
  • 2016 – 75,745 miles
  • 2015 – 73,885 miles
  • 2014 – 71,943 miles
  • 2013 – 65,812 miles
  • 2012 – 59,070 miles
  • 2011 – 50,522 miles
  • 2010 – 44,375 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass83,863 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Nearside Front coolant leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

20 tests since 26 Oct 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass83,863 miles (+899)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    83,863 miles
    Test number
    251204662062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass82,964 miles (+1,256)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    82,964 miles
    Test number
    514005697696
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass81,708 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    81,708 miles
    Test number
    272975924003
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail81,708 miles (+579)2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,708 miles
    Test number
    254182313256
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass81,129 miles (+329)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    81,129 miles
    Test number
    754545507624

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass80,800 miles (+692)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    80,800 miles
    Test number
    986287152035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass80,108 miles (+475)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    80,108 miles
    Test number
    374185365916
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill at rear (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass79,633 miles (+581)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    79,633 miles
    Test number
    362090667122
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear shocker bump stop very perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged starting to wear out of shape on inside edge 195/65/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear shocker bump stop very perished
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass79,052 miles (+754)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    79,052 miles
    Test number
    899788097425

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass78,298 miles (+909)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    78,298 miles
    Test number
    511097584327
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre wearing uneven around inner edge - 195/65/15

  11. Pass77,389 miles (+1,644)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    77,389 miles
    Test number
    606432230127
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre wearing uneven around inner edge - (195/65/15

  12. Pass75,745 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    75,745 miles
    Test number
    805368222774
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coolant leak

  13. Fail75,745 miles (+1,860)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,745 miles
    Test number
    242642295703
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner side wall (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coolant leak

  14. Pass73,885 miles (+1,942)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    73,885 miles
    Test number
    776026325181
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  15. Pass71,943 miles (+6,131)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    71,943 miles
    Test number
    705793154177
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  16. Pass65,812 miles (+6,742)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    65,812 miles
    Test number
    989672763179
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass59,070 miles (+8,548)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    59,070 miles
    Test number
    967203892110
    • NoteWarning light on

  18. Pass50,522 miles (+6,147)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    50,522 miles
    Test number
    507834551109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass44,375 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    44,375 miles
    Test number
    581929890263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail44,375 miles4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,375 miles
    Test number
    380349290451
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Outer Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Questions about FDR 38

What vehicle is registration FDR 38 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show FDR 38 on a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 20 Jul 2007. 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 FDR 38 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on FDR 38 is valid until 17 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on FDR 38?
The MOT on FDR 38 is valid until 17 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has FDR 38 done?
FDR 38 was recorded at 83,863 miles at its MOT on 18 Jun 2026, an average of 2,524 miles a year.
Has FDR 38 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. FDR 38 has failed 3 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on FDR 38 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 FDR 38 find?
FDR 38 passed its latest MOT on 18 Jun 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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