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Black · Petrol · 1995 · 1,984 cc

N642 AMLMOT history

N642 AML is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 4 Aug 1995. Its MOT is valid until 2 Dec 2026 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 48,324 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Nov 2025.

N642 AML black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 2 Dec 2026
Mileage
48,324 mi
At MOT on 25 Nov 2025
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
706 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
N642 AML
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
1995
First used
4 Aug 1995
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
25 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

N642 AML was last recorded at 48,324 miles on 25 Nov 2025, 401 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
47,923 miles · 26 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
401 miles
Average per year
706 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 48,324 miles
  • 2024 – 47,923 miles
  • 2023 – 47,664 miles
  • 2022 – 47,165 miles
  • 2021 – 46,949 miles
  • 2020 – 46,887 miles
  • 2019 – 46,869 miles
  • 2018 – 46,773 miles
  • 2017 – 46,339 miles
  • 2016 – 46,122 miles
  • 2015 – 45,632 miles
  • 2014 – 42,021 miles
  • 2013 – 40,998 miles
  • 2012 – 40,692 miles
  • 2011 – 39,508 miles
  • 2010 – 39,186 miles
  • 2009 – 38,380 miles
  • 2008 – 37,428 miles
  • 2007 – 36,129 miles
  • 2006 – 34,926 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass48,324 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both pipes (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Subframe and suspension components surface corrosion

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.

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

25 tests since 29 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass48,324 miles (+401)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    48,324 miles
    Test number
    854561593642
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both pipes (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe and suspension components surface corrosion

  2. Pass47,923 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    47,923 miles
    Test number
    602658800164
    • AdvisoryAdvanced corrosion to suspension components
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both rear hoses (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  3. Fail47,923 miles (+259)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,923 miles
    Test number
    766606329331
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAdvanced corrosion to suspension components
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both rear hoses (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  4. Pass47,664 miles (+499)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    47,664 miles
    Test number
    817431732299
    • AdvisoryAdvanced surface corrosion to suspension components

  5. Pass47,165 miles (+216)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    47,165 miles
    Test number
    223522918127
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Pass46,949 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    46,949 miles
    Test number
    704469482802
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion present underbody

  7. Fail46,949 miles (+62)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,949 miles
    Test number
    673042980687
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion present underbody

  8. Pass46,887 miles (+18)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    46,887 miles
    Test number
    468517289589
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Surface corrosion over entire underside of vehicle (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  9. Pass46,869 miles (+96)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    46,869 miles
    Test number
    623804207828
    • AdvisoryGeneral underside corrosion

  10. Pass46,773 miles (+434)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    46,773 miles
    Test number
    256515845063
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake pipe surface rust
    • AdvisoryFront suspension surface rust

  11. Pass46,339 miles (+7)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    46,339 miles
    Test number
    186843994035
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  12. Fail46,332 miles (+210)4 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,332 miles
    Test number
    862950877691
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)
    • FailureOffside Front Electrical wiring inadequately supported abs lead (1.9.2a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  13. Pass46,122 miles (+8)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    46,122 miles
    Test number
    559862705566
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside front brake hose ferrules are rusty
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside rear brake hose ferrules are rusty

  14. Fail46,114 miles (+482)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,114 miles
    Test number
    836656530963
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear section (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside front brake hose ferrules are rusty
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside rear brake hose ferrules are rusty

  15. Pass45,632 miles (+3,611)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    45,632 miles
    Test number
    249284020722
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear silencer outer skin corroded

  16. Pass42,021 miles (+1,023)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    42,021 miles
    Test number
    595578824382

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass40,998 miles (+306)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    40,998 miles
    Test number
    417719633391
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  18. Pass40,692 miles (+1,184)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    40,692 miles
    Test number
    597388422396
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Pass39,508 miles (+322)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    39,508 miles
    Test number
    795567621369

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail39,186 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,186 miles
    Test number
    393880720394
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

  21. Pass39,186 miles (+806)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    39,186 miles
    Test number
    450940520436

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass38,380 miles (+952)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    38,380 miles
    Test number
    442623619434
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass37,428 miles (+1,299)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    37,428 miles
    Test number
    772924628357

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass36,129 miles (+1,203)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    36,129 miles
    Test number
    224347027340

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass34,926 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    34,926 miles
    Test number
    584553436355
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Questions about N642 AML

Does N642 AML currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on N642 AML is valid until 2 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on N642 AML?
The MOT on N642 AML is valid until 2 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has N642 AML done?
N642 AML was recorded at 48,324 miles at its MOT on 25 Nov 2025, an average of 706 miles a year.
Has N642 AML ever failed its MOT?
Yes. N642 AML has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on N642 AML 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 N642 AML find?
N642 AML passed its latest MOT on 25 Nov 2025 with 2 advisories: rear brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both pipes; rear subframe and suspension components surface corrosion.

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