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Volkswagen Golf

White · Petrol · 1991 · 1,781 cc

G8 DUEMOT history

G8 DUE is a white petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 1 Aug 1991. Its MOT is valid until 1 Jul 2027 and it has passed 13 of 18 MOT tests, with 164,053 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Jul 2026.

G8 DUE white Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 1 Jul 2027
Mileage
164,053 mi
At MOT on 2 Jul 2026
MOT tests
18
13 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,224 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
G8 DUE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
1991
First used
1 Aug 1991
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

G8 DUE was last recorded at 164,053 miles on 2 Jul 2026, 11 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
164,042 miles · 28 May 2026
Between the last two tests
11 miles
Average per year
1,224 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 164,053 miles
  • 2024 – 163,866 miles
  • 2023 – 163,680 miles
  • 2022 – 163,177 miles
  • 2021 – 162,447 miles
  • 2020 – 158,830 miles
  • 2018 – 158,315 miles
  • 2011 – 158,092 miles
  • 2010 – 154,158 miles
  • 2009 – 148,350 miles
  • 2008 – 147,258 miles
  • 2007 – 145,558 miles
  • 2006 – 139,378 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass164,053 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.

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

18 tests since 3 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass164,053 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    164,053 miles
    Test number
    616498758372

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail164,042 miles (+176)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,042 miles
    Test number
    467472206024
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Pass163,866 miles (+186)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    163,866 miles
    Test number
    390131790733

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass163,680 miles (+35)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    163,680 miles
    Test number
    396608876030
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  5. Fail163,645 miles (+468)3 dangerous3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,645 miles
    Test number
    333077913389
    • DangerousNearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material flexi - main over axle corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material flexi - main over axle corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryAlternator seems insecure
  6. Pass163,177 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2023
    Odometer
    163,177 miles
    Test number
    313156843880
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  7. Fail163,176 miles (+729)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,176 miles
    Test number
    874555951203
    • MajorExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced floor (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  8. Pass162,447 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2022
    Odometer
    162,447 miles
    Test number
    836150365975
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  9. Fail162,447 miles (+3,617)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,447 miles
    Test number
    595469678340
    • MajorNearside Direction indicator not working no indicators working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  10. Pass158,830 miles (+515)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2021
    Odometer
    158,830 miles
    Test number
    805715511111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass158,315 miles (+223)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    158,315 miles
    Test number
    906878750248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass158,092 miles (+3,934)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    158,092 miles
    Test number
    298049681450

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail154,158 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,158 miles
    Test number
    244190590446
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
  14. Pass154,158 miles (+5,808)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    154,158 miles
    Test number
    670290890133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass148,350 miles (+1,092)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    148,350 miles
    Test number
    951327189142
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
  16. Pass147,258 miles (+1,700)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    147,258 miles
    Test number
    631713198119
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak
  17. Pass145,558 miles (+6,180)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    145,558 miles
    Test number
    280589377131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass139,378 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2007
    Odometer
    139,378 miles
    Test number
    400873926171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about G8 DUE

Does G8 DUE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on G8 DUE is valid until 1 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on G8 DUE?
The MOT on G8 DUE is valid until 1 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has G8 DUE done?
G8 DUE was recorded at 164,053 miles at its MOT on 2 Jul 2026, an average of 1,224 miles a year.
Has G8 DUE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. G8 DUE has failed 5 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 28 May 2026.
Has the mileage on G8 DUE 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 G8 DUE find?
G8 DUE passed its latest MOT on 2 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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