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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 1990 · 1,781 cc

H870 KDBMOT history

H870 KDB is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 31 Dec 1990. Its MOT is valid until 19 Jul 2027 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 334,015 km recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jul 2026.

H870 KDB black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 19 Jul 2027
Mileage
334,015 km
At MOT on 20 Jul 2026
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
8,561 km
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
H870 KDB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
1990
First used
31 Dec 1990
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

H870 KDB was last recorded at 334,015 km on 20 Jul 2026, 3 km more than at the previous MOT on 15 Jul 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 6 Jun 2025: 328,717 km, lower than 341,572 km on 19 Dec 2023.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
334,012 km · 15 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
3 km
Average per year
8,561 km

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 334,015 km
  • 2025 – 328,717 km
  • 2023 – 341,572 km
  • 2020 – 315,082 km
  • 2019 – 307,427 km
  • 2018 – 300,747 km
  • 2016 – 281,369 km
  • 2015 – 268,503 km
  • 2014 – 260,000 km
  • 2013 – 244,655 km
  • 2012 – 233,957 km
  • 2011 – 221,345 km
  • 2009 – 199,745 km
  • 2007 – 174,822 km
  • 2006 – 161,276 km

What the latest MOT found

Pass334,015 km
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded 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.

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2

    Major2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2006–2009

Full MOT history

30 tests since 16 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass334,015 km (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    334,015 km
    Test number
    250440625873
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail334,012 km (+5,295)2 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    334,012 km
    Test number
    391410721929
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousService brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass328,717 km (-12,855)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    328,717 km
    Test number
    474004907506

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass341,572 km
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    341,572 km
    Test number
    756989746829

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail341,572 km (+20,017)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    341,572 km
    Test number
    915094698443
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  6. Fail321,555 km2 dangerous6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    321,555 km
    Test number
    763866881610
    • DangerousFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass318,295 miles (+2,295)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    318,295 miles
    Test number
    986137537713

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass316,000 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    316,000 miles
    Test number
    296693224049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass315,082 km2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    315,082 km
    Test number
    794278042344
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail315,082 km (+7,655)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    315,082 km
    Test number
    467628422575
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnable to test rear seat belts

  11. Pass307,427 km (+72)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    307,427 km
    Test number
    831565597722

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail307,355 km (+6,608)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    307,355 km
    Test number
    847103542590
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  13. Pass300,747 km
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2019
    Odometer
    300,747 km
    Test number
    685243579261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass289,494 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2018
    Odometer
    289,494 miles
    Test number
    189957078228
    • AdvisoryFront front parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly 2 (3.7.B.6b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2 (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass281,369 km (+12,866)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2017
    Odometer
    281,369 km
    Test number
    759887419185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass268,503 km
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2016
    Odometer
    268,503 km
    Test number
    197864635173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail268,503 km (+8,503)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    268,503 km
    Test number
    629854935193
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  18. Pass260,000 km (+15,345)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2015
    Odometer
    260,000 km
    Test number
    146060534179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass244,655 km (+15)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2014
    Odometer
    244,655 km
    Test number
    909894133192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail244,640 km (+10,683)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    244,640 km
    Test number
    739434223108
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  21. Pass233,957 km (+12,612)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2013
    Odometer
    233,957 km
    Test number
    529769412135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass221,345 km
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2012
    Odometer
    221,345 km
    Test number
    166157021120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass211,991 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2011
    Odometer
    211,991 miles
    Test number
    554488010120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass199,745 km
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2010
    Odometer
    199,745 km
    Test number
    884459729123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail199,745 km4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    199,745 km
    Test number
    413019629184
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  26. Pass185,157 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2009
    Odometer
    185,157 miles
    Test number
    243413038495

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail185,157 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,157 miles
    Test number
    523393538120
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (1.6.2a)

  28. Pass174,822 km
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2008
    Odometer
    174,822 km
    Test number
    780614837130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass161,276 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2007
    Odometer
    161,276 miles
    Test number
    630496036146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail161,276 km3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,276 km
    Test number
    434086036190
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Questions about H870 KDB

Does H870 KDB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on H870 KDB is valid until 19 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on H870 KDB?
The MOT on H870 KDB is valid until 19 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has H870 KDB done?
H870 KDB was recorded at 334,015 km at its MOT on 20 Jul 2026, an average of 8,561 km a year.
Has H870 KDB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. H870 KDB has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on H870 KDB ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 6 Jun 2025. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on H870 KDB find?
H870 KDB passed its latest MOT on 20 Jul 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing.

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