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White · Petrol · 2009 · 1,390 cc

FP 196MOT history

FP 196 is a white petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 17 Aug 2009. Its MOT is valid until 23 Jul 2027 and it has passed 12 of 15 MOT tests, with 101,937 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Jul 2026.

FP 196 white Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Golf, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 23 Jul 2027
Mileage
101,937 mi
At MOT on 24 Jul 2026
MOT tests
15
12 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,435 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
FP 196
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
17 Aug 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

FP 196 was last recorded at 101,937 miles on 24 Jul 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
101,935 miles · 22 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
5,435 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 101,937 miles
  • 2025 – 97,572 miles
  • 2024 – 91,491 miles
  • 2023 – 83,297 miles
  • 2022 – 76,044 miles
  • 2021 – 68,625 miles
  • 2019 – 60,505 miles
  • 2018 – 55,672 miles
  • 2017 – 50,873 miles
  • 2016 – 45,797 miles
  • 2015 – 40,912 miles
  • 2014 – 35,744 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass101,937 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre 2 nailsRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2018

Full MOT history

15 tests since 20 May 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass101,937 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    101,937 miles
    Test number
    730779456877
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre 2 nails

  2. Fail101,935 miles (+4,363)2 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,935 miles
    Test number
    164662394984
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre 2 nails

  3. Pass97,572 miles (+6,081)3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2026
    Odometer
    97,572 miles
    Test number
    769258680456
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated bottom ball joint (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated bottom ball joint (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner edge of tread,nail in tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner edge of tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  4. Pass91,491 miles (+8,194)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2025
    Odometer
    91,491 miles
    Test number
    213568678048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass83,297 miles (+7,253)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2024
    Odometer
    83,297 miles
    Test number
    743029418141
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryReverse bulb no working

  6. Pass76,044 miles (+7,419)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2023
    Odometer
    76,044 miles
    Test number
    642795972942

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass68,625 miles (+8,120)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2022
    Odometer
    68,625 miles
    Test number
    183037646761
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass60,505 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    60,505 miles
    Test number
    432432319254
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Fail60,505 miles (+4,833)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,505 miles
    Test number
    133009919612
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  10. Pass55,672 miles (+4,799)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2019
    Odometer
    55,672 miles
    Test number
    269430426633
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  11. Pass50,873 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2018
    Odometer
    50,873 miles
    Test number
    502441750093
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 205/55/16 (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 205/55/16 (4.1.E.1)

  12. Fail50,873 miles (+5,076)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,873 miles
    Test number
    701587390121
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 205/55/16 (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 205/55/16 (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass45,797 miles (+4,885)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2017
    Odometer
    45,797 miles
    Test number
    514618297625
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass40,912 miles (+5,168)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2016
    Odometer
    40,912 miles
    Test number
    217936335162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass35,744 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2015
    Odometer
    35,744 miles
    Test number
    937590944123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about FP 196

What vehicle is registration FP 196 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show FP 196 on a white petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 17 Aug 2009. 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 FP 196 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on FP 196 is valid until 23 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on FP 196?
The MOT on FP 196 is valid until 23 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has FP 196 done?
FP 196 was recorded at 101,937 miles at its MOT on 24 Jul 2026, an average of 5,435 miles a year.
Has FP 196 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. FP 196 has failed 3 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on FP 196 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 FP 196 find?
FP 196 passed its latest MOT on 24 Jul 2026 with 1 advisory: offside rear nail in tyre 2 nails.

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