
Volkswagen Golf
White · Petrol · 1996 · 1,984 cc
P153 UFCMOT history
P153 UFC is a white petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 5 Aug 1996. Its MOT expired on 17 Jul 2026 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 156,615 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jul 2026.

- MOT
- Expired
- On 17 Jul 2026
- Mileage
- 156,615 mi
- At MOT on 8 Jul 2026
- MOT tests
- 22
- 16 passed · 6 failed
- Per year
- 4,257 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- P153 UFC
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- Volkswagen
- Model
- Golf
- Colour
- White
- Fuel type
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 1,984 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 1996
- First used
- 5 Aug 1996
- MOT status
- MOT expired on 17 Jul 2026
- Latest MOT test
- 8 Jul 2026 (Fail)
Mileage history
P153 UFC was last recorded at 156,615 miles on 8 Jul 2026, 974 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Jul 2025.
- Previous MOT
- 155,641 miles · 9 Jul 2025
- Between the last two tests
- 974 miles
- Average per year
- 4,257 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 156,615 miles
- 2025 – 155,641 miles
- 2024 – 154,462 miles
- 2021 – 154,355 miles
- 2020 – 152,877 miles
- 2018 – 149,973 miles
- 2017 – 135,339 miles
- 2016 – 128,856 miles
- 2015 – 124,941 miles
- 2014 – 120,046 miles
- 2013 – 115,055 miles
- 2012 – 109,382 miles
- 2011 – 99,882 miles
- 2010 – 92,249 miles
- 2009 – 81,725 miles
- 2008 – 81,174 miles
- 2007 – 77,410 miles
What the latest MOT found
- MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
- MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
- MajorBraking system leaking servo pipe (1.1.3 (d))
- MajorDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))
- MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
- MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
- MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
- MajorNearside Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
- MajorOffside Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
- MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
- AdvisoryUnder vehicle corrosion
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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
Advisory6 MOTs, 2018–2024
Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view
Minor3 MOTs, 2024
Offside Front Position lamp not working
Major3 MOTs, 2020–2024
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021
Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
Full MOT history
22 tests since 29 Nov 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Fail156,615 miles (+974)11 major1 minor6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 156,615 miles
- Test number
- 280757466898
- MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
- MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
- MajorBraking system leaking servo pipe (1.1.3 (d))
- MajorDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))
- MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
- MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
- MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
- MajorNearside Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
- MajorOffside Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
- MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
- AdvisoryUnder vehicle corrosion
Pass155,641 miles (+1,179)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 17 Jul 2026
- Odometer
- 155,641 miles
- Test number
- 396848404912
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryUnder body general corroson
Pass154,462 miles1 minor4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 17 Jul 2025
- Odometer
- 154,462 miles
- Test number
- 511273811302
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Fail154,462 miles (+7)1 dangerous10 major1 minor9 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 154,462 miles
- Test number
- 233309825793
- DangerousStop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))
- MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
- MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
- MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt clip (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre run on (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre run on (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryGeneral body corrosion
Fail154,455 miles (+100)1 dangerous13 major2 minor20 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 154,455 miles
- Test number
- 734897439468
- DangerousStop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))
- MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
- MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
- MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Lower Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
- MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
- MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated clip insecure (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged runsoft wall damage (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front fog light lens (?) damaged
- AdvisoryNearside Front top mount play
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing severe perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play more than slight but not excessive (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged runsoft wall damage (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing severe perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on twi (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryMovement in both front seats
- AdvisoryUnder car corrosion including but not limited to front subframe,rear trailing arm, inner sills,suspension, and brake components
Pass154,355 miles (+1,478)1 minor6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 7 Nov 2022
- Odometer
- 154,355 miles
- Test number
- 836066399912
- MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Pass152,877 miles (+30)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 14 Jun 2021
- Odometer
- 152,877 miles
- Test number
- 865757408987
- AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Fail152,847 miles (+2,874)7 major2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 152,847 miles
- Test number
- 335079000313
- MajorCentral Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
- MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
- MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
- MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
- MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Pass149,973 miles (+12)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 12 Jul 2019
- Odometer
- 149,973 miles
- Test number
- 849823448389
- AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
Fail149,961 miles (+14,622)15 major3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 149,961 miles
- Test number
- 490283394921
- MajorAll direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
- MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
- MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
- MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
- MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
- MajorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (1.1.12 (d))
- MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
- MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
- MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorSteering wheel has excessive movement up and down (2.2.2 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Pass135,339 miles (+6,483)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 15 Jun 2018
- Odometer
- 135,339 miles
- Test number
- 338905066295
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
Pass128,856 miles
- MOT expiry
- 15 Jun 2017
- Odometer
- 128,856 miles
- Test number
- 798960539989
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail128,856 miles (+3,915)1 repaired
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 128,856 miles
- Test number
- 652912250165
- Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Pass124,941 miles (+4,895)
- MOT expiry
- 15 Jun 2016
- Odometer
- 124,941 miles
- Test number
- 456281465106
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass120,046 miles (+4,991)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 15 Jun 2015
- Odometer
- 120,046 miles
- Test number
- 509390164111
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
Pass115,055 miles (+5,673)4 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- 15 Jun 2014
- Odometer
- 115,055 miles
- Test number
- 637743863122
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
- AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- NoteCuts in n/s/f outer tyre wall
Pass109,382 miles (+9,500)7 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- 15 Jun 2013
- Odometer
- 109,382 miles
- Test number
- 258240662429
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
- AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- AdvisoryRear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
- AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
- NoteNearside front tyre has sidewall damage
Pass99,882 miles (+7,633)8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 15 Jun 2012
- Odometer
- 99,882 miles
- Test number
- 608695441115
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
Pass92,249 miles (+10,524)
- MOT expiry
- 15 Jun 2011
- Odometer
- 92,249 miles
- Test number
- 444260160153
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass81,725 miles (+551)
- MOT expiry
- 15 Jun 2010
- Odometer
- 81,725 miles
- Test number
- 560857769133
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass81,174 miles (+3,764)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 28 Nov 2009
- Odometer
- 81,174 miles
- Test number
- 950099928399
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly chafed (3.6.B.2c)
Pass77,410 miles2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 28 Nov 2008
- Odometer
- 77,410 miles
- Test number
- 444253237349
- AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
- AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
Questions about P153 UFC
- Does P153 UFC currently have a valid MOT?
- No. The MOT on P153 UFC expired on 17 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
- When is the MOT due on P153 UFC?
- The MOT on P153 UFC expired on 17 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
- What mileage has P153 UFC done?
- P153 UFC was recorded at 156,615 miles at its MOT on 8 Jul 2026, an average of 4,257 miles a year.
- Has P153 UFC ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. P153 UFC has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Jul 2026.
- Has the mileage on P153 UFC 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 P153 UFC find?
- P153 UFC failed its latest MOT on 8 Jul 2026 with 11 major defects, 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an abs fault; battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier; braking system leaking servo pipe, and 15 more.
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