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Volkswagen Golf

Green · Petrol · 1991 · 1,781 cc

J76 FDMMOT history

J76 FDM is a green petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 18 Dec 1991. Its MOT expired on 12 Jul 2022 and it has passed 14 of 25 MOT tests, with 140,882 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 May 2023.

J76 FDM green Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Golf, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 12 Jul 2022
Mileage
140,882 mi
At MOT on 5 May 2023
MOT tests
25
14 passed · 11 failed
Per year
2,627 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
J76 FDM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
1991
First used
18 Dec 1991
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Jul 2022
Latest MOT test
5 May 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

J76 FDM was last recorded at 140,882 miles on 5 May 2023, 5,993 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Jul 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
134,889 miles · 7 Jul 2021
Between the last two tests
5,993 miles
Average per year
2,627 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 140,882 miles
  • 2021 – 134,889 miles
  • 2020 – 134,605 miles
  • 2019 – 134,168 miles
  • 2017 – 134,142 miles
  • 2016 – 129,999 miles
  • 2015 – 124,553 miles
  • 2013 – 123,700 miles
  • 2012 – 120,255 miles
  • 2011 – 117,663 miles
  • 2010 – 114,464 miles
  • 2009 – 111,280 miles
  • 2008 – 107,888 miles
  • 2007 – 103,932 miles
  • 2006 – 99,255 miles
  • 2005 – 94,870 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail140,882 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired central floor under seat (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength upper/inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired central floor under seat (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MinorNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Front Bumper insecure

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Front tyre sidewall damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Filler cap damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2015

Full MOT history

25 tests since 29 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail140,882 miles (+5,993)5 major3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,882 miles
    Test number
    747612101900
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired central floor under seat (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength upper/inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired central floor under seat (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  2. Pass134,889 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    134,889 miles
    Test number
    941305169440

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail134,889 miles (+284)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,889 miles
    Test number
    931119602589
    • DangerousNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected battery and subframe area (5.3.6 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass134,605 miles (+437)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    134,605 miles
    Test number
    761974617044
    • AdvisoryAdvise noise n/s/f when braking advise further check o/s/f brake slight binding n/s/r inner flitch holed n/s/r o/s/f brake pipe slight corrosion
    • AdvisoryN/s/r inner arch corroded under body thick sealer over welding o/s/f tyre damages handbrake high

  5. Pass134,168 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    134,168 miles
    Test number
    269394497591

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail134,153 miles (+11)5 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,153 miles
    Test number
    195005437439
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront fog lights not working
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryHole under battery

  7. Fail134,142 miles (+4,143)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,142 miles
    Test number
    929958083610
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front sill corroded but not within 30cm of components
    • AdvisoryOffside Front sill corroded but not within 30cm of components
    • AdvisoryCorrosion under battery

  8. Pass129,999 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    129,999 miles
    Test number
    547637780449
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Bumper insecure
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre sidewall damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryFiller cap damaged

  9. Fail129,999 miles (+5,446)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,999 miles
    Test number
    204410451007
    • FailureNearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings rear suspension arm mount (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Bumper insecure
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre sidewall damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryFiller cap damaged

  10. Pass124,553 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    124,553 miles
    Test number
    375397665159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail124,546 miles (+5)1 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,546 miles
    Test number
    448631665160
    • DangerousFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve inoperative (3.6.E.3)

  12. Fail124,541 miles (+841)7 failures5 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,541 miles
    Test number
    557238515108
    • FailureNearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteFuel tank straps corroded
    • NoteO/s/r backing plate corroded
    • NoteSill covers fitted
    • NoteSteel fuel pipes corroded by pump and also rubber pipe perished

  13. Pass123,700 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    123,700 miles
    Test number
    576118703345

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail123,700 miles (+3,445)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,700 miles
    Test number
    669318703391
    • Repaired at testExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  15. Pass120,255 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    120,255 miles
    Test number
    809447812320

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail120,246 miles (+2,583)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,246 miles
    Test number
    689300012328
    • FailureCentre Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailurePower steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

  17. Pass117,663 miles (+2)4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    117,663 miles
    Test number
    629271901308
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBoth front brake discs corroded inner edges
    • NoteOff side front brake binding slightly

  18. Fail117,661 miles (+3,197)6 failures6 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,661 miles
    Test number
    975079591264
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureParking brake lever releases when knocked (3.1.6a)
    • FailurePower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBoth front brake discs corroded inner edges
    • NoteOff side front brake binding slightly

  19. Pass114,464 miles (+3,184)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    114,464 miles
    Test number
    542807100342

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass111,280 miles (+3,392)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    111,280 miles
    Test number
    150123409393

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail107,888 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,888 miles
    Test number
    801966998219
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  22. Pass107,888 miles (+3,956)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    107,888 miles
    Test number
    823716898211
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  23. Pass103,932 miles (+4,677)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    103,932 miles
    Test number
    443505397244
    • AdvisoryUpper Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

  24. Pass99,255 miles (+4,385)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    99,255 miles
    Test number
    190068396211
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOffside rear axle mount area corroded. †nearside front fog light not working.

  25. Pass94,870 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    94,870 miles
    Test number
    772612405332

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about J76 FDM

Does J76 FDM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on J76 FDM expired on 12 Jul 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on J76 FDM?
The MOT on J76 FDM expired on 12 Jul 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has J76 FDM done?
J76 FDM was recorded at 140,882 miles at its MOT on 5 May 2023, an average of 2,627 miles a year.
Has J76 FDM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. J76 FDM has failed 11 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 5 May 2023.
Has the mileage on J76 FDM 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 J76 FDM find?
J76 FDM failed its latest MOT on 5 May 2023 with 5 major defects, 3 minor defects and 2 advisories: nearside front position lamp not working; nearside seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired central floor under seat; offside front service brake excessively binding, and 7 more.

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