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Volkswagen Golf

Green · Petrol · 1993 · 1,781 cc

K97 OOWMOT history

K97 OOW is a green petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 19 Apr 1993. Its MOT is valid until 3 Aug 2027 and it has passed 12 of 23 MOT tests, with 177,452 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Aug 2026.

K97 OOW green Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 3 Aug 2027
Mileage
177,452 mi
At MOT on 4 Aug 2026
MOT tests
23
12 passed · 11 failed
Per year
2,666 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K97 OOW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
19 Apr 1993
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K97 OOW was last recorded at 177,452 miles on 4 Aug 2026, 1,042 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
176,410 miles · 28 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
1,042 miles
Average per year
2,666 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 177,452 miles
  • 2025 – 176,410 miles
  • 2024 – 176,397 miles
  • 2021 – 175,968 miles
  • 2019 – 171,686 miles
  • 2012 – 170,991 miles
  • 2011 – 163,364 miles
  • 2010 – 155,227 miles
  • 2009 – 147,223 miles
  • 2008 – 139,760 miles
  • 2007 – 131,803 miles
  • 2006 – 123,277 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass177,452 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Outer 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 Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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 Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2006–2010

  • Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2011

  • Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2010

  • Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2009

  • Nearside Front steering rackboot perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

23 tests since 4 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass177,452 miles3 minor
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    177,452 miles
    Test number
    662705260992
    • MinorNearside Front Outer 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 Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail177,452 miles (+1,042)3 major3 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,452 miles
    Test number
    974395602944
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer 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 Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass176,410 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    176,410 miles
    Test number
    881154372571
    • AdvisoryNearside Front steering rackboot perishing

  4. Fail176,409 miles (+12)1 dangerous6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,409 miles
    Test number
    768496403975
    • DangerousRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% n/s/r (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • 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 Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front steering rackboot perishing
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  5. Fail176,397 miles (+429)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,397 miles
    Test number
    558718881168
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed HC levels well in excess emissions aborted (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  6. Pass175,968 miles (+4,282)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    175,968 miles
    Test number
    231660015585
    • MinorHazard warning switch faulty Switch Difficult to Engage in ON Position (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass171,686 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    171,686 miles
    Test number
    764563196014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail171,686 miles (+695)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,686 miles
    Test number
    724525716735
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Steering locking device missing track rod end (2.1.3 (d))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Steering locking device missing track rod end (2.1.3 (d))

  9. Pass170,991 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    170,991 miles
    Test number
    418600422337
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)
    • NoteSlight damage to o/s/f chassis
    • NoteSurface corrosion to rear exhaust

  10. Fail170,991 miles (+7,627)8 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,991 miles
    Test number
    758270822328
    • FailureBrake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)
    • NoteSlight damage to o/s/f chassis
    • NoteSurface corrosion to rear exhaust

  11. Pass163,364 miles4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    163,364 miles
    Test number
    189221211355
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteFront discs slightly corroded
    • NoteSlight damage to O/S/F Chassis

  12. Fail163,364 miles (+8,137)6 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,364 miles
    Test number
    938487001327
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteFront discs slightly corroded
    • NoteSlight damage to O/S/F Chassis

  13. Pass155,227 miles (+48)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    155,227 miles
    Test number
    752011510354
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  14. Fail155,179 miles (+7,956)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,179 miles
    Test number
    790102000377
    • FailureOffside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  15. Pass147,223 miles (+7,463)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    147,223 miles
    Test number
    804632289217
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  16. Pass139,760 miles (+18)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    139,760 miles
    Test number
    124795708380
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

  17. Fail139,742 miles (+7,939)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,742 miles
    Test number
    641611908387
    • FailureDriver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

  18. Pass131,803 miles (+1,278)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    131,803 miles
    Test number
    444568687257
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  19. Pass130,525 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    130,525 miles
    Test number
    203177887083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail130,525 miles (+7,248)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,525 miles
    Test number
    112620087001
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

  21. Pass123,277 miles (+23)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    123,277 miles
    Test number
    922693906167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail123,254 miles (+22)3 dangerous1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,254 miles
    Test number
    661578996001
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousNearside Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • DangerousOffside Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • NoteSlight play in passenger rear wheel bearing but within limts

  23. Fail123,232 miles4 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,232 miles
    Test number
    132664196060
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres perished across the tread pattern

Questions about K97 OOW

Does K97 OOW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K97 OOW is valid until 3 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on K97 OOW?
The MOT on K97 OOW is valid until 3 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K97 OOW done?
K97 OOW was recorded at 177,452 miles at its MOT on 4 Aug 2026, an average of 2,666 miles a year.
Has K97 OOW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K97 OOW has failed 11 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on K97 OOW 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 K97 OOW find?
K97 OOW passed its latest MOT on 4 Aug 2026 with 3 minor defects: nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside front steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources.

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