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Volkswagen Golf

Red · Petrol · 1997 · 1,390 cc

P339 KFCMOT history

P339 KFC is a red petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 31 Dec 1997. Its MOT is valid until 10 Mar 2027 and it has passed 21 of 31 MOT tests, with 148,742 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Mar 2026.

P339 KFC red Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 10 Mar 2027
Mileage
148,742 mi
At MOT on 11 Mar 2026
MOT tests
31
21 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,482 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P339 KFC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
31 Dec 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

P339 KFC was last recorded at 148,742 miles on 11 Mar 2026, 8,323 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
140,419 miles · 5 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
8,323 miles
Average per year
4,482 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 148,742 miles
  • 2025 – 140,419 miles
  • 2024 – 135,391 miles
  • 2023 – 131,207 miles
  • 2022 – 123,202 miles
  • 2021 – 110,357 miles
  • 2020 – 104,235 miles
  • 2019 – 97,980 miles
  • 2018 – 87,524 miles
  • 2017 – 80,497 miles
  • 2016 – 78,732 miles
  • 2015 – 77,966 miles
  • 2014 – 76,641 miles
  • 2013 – 75,815 miles
  • 2012 – 74,788 miles
  • 2011 – 72,317 miles
  • 2010 – 71,020 miles
  • 2009 – 69,704 miles
  • 2008 – 68,087 miles
  • 2007 – 65,212 miles
  • 2006 – 58,823 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass148,742 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover 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))
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (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.

  • Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn

    Major2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced

    Major2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

31 tests since 17 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass148,742 miles (+8,323)3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    148,742 miles
    Test number
    620583424028
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover 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))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass140,419 miles (+5,028)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    140,419 miles
    Test number
    108835871162
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass135,391 miles (+22)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    135,391 miles
    Test number
    562706136750

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail135,369 miles (+4,162)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,369 miles
    Test number
    188401163107
    • 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 carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass131,207 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    131,207 miles
    Test number
    341599702466

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail131,207 miles (+128)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,207 miles
    Test number
    124968991043
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail131,079 miles (+7,877)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,079 miles
    Test number
    577860599633
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  8. Pass123,202 miles (+361)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    123,202 miles
    Test number
    951520280015
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases from manifold (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front lower section of wing corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (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 lower section of wing corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  9. Fail122,841 miles (+12,484)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,841 miles
    Test number
    192368665604
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front outer seal corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass110,357 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    110,357 miles
    Test number
    339455386756

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail110,357 miles (+6,122)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,357 miles
    Test number
    593261692472
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  12. Pass104,235 miles (+6,255)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    104,235 miles
    Test number
    366856140500
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryObstruction within swept area not materially effecting drivers view

  13. Pass97,980 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    97,980 miles
    Test number
    202413616063
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage reservoir (2.1.5 (a))

  14. Fail97,976 miles (+10,452)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,976 miles
    Test number
    375860490987
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage reservoir (2.1.5 (a))

  15. Pass87,524 miles (+7,027)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    87,524 miles
    Test number
    162530313057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass80,497 miles (+1,765)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    80,497 miles
    Test number
    579776784222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass78,732 miles (+766)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    78,732 miles
    Test number
    592854499696
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front door mirror back cover missing

  18. Pass77,966 miles (+1,325)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    77,966 miles
    Test number
    278252025018
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  19. Fail76,641 miles3 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,641 miles
    Test number
    359320734091
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)
    • NoteOffside door mirror rear cover trim missing (no sharp edges).

  20. Pass76,641 miles (+826)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    76,641 miles
    Test number
    798170934053
    • NoteOffside door mirror rear cover trim missing (no sharp edges).

  21. Pass75,815 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    75,815 miles
    Test number
    807850733005
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteOffside door mirror cover missing

  22. Fail75,815 miles (+1,027)2 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,815 miles
    Test number
    178759123474
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)
    • FailureRear Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteNearside front and rear door exterior trims loose
    • NoteOffside door mirror cover missing

  23. Pass74,788 miles (+2,471)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    74,788 miles
    Test number
    288127242059
    • AdvisoryNearside Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteDrivers side door mirror cover missing

  24. Pass72,317 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    72,317 miles
    Test number
    189209421082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail72,317 miles (+1,297)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,317 miles
    Test number
    985788721054
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

  26. Pass71,020 miles (+1,316)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    71,020 miles
    Test number
    811049330001
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • NoteCover missing on drivers door mirror
    • NoteNearside front and rear door mouldings loose

  27. Pass69,704 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    69,704 miles
    Test number
    252717229025
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteN/s/f tyre wearing on edge,

  28. Fail69,704 miles (+1,617)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,704 miles
    Test number
    602466929091
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteN/s/f tyre wearing on edge,

  29. Pass68,087 miles (+2,875)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    68,087 miles
    Test number
    513172238002
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  30. Pass65,212 miles (+6,389)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    65,212 miles
    Test number
    984995147099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass58,823 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    58,823 miles
    Test number
    344128746076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about P339 KFC

Does P339 KFC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on P339 KFC is valid until 10 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on P339 KFC?
The MOT on P339 KFC is valid until 10 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has P339 KFC done?
P339 KFC was recorded at 148,742 miles at its MOT on 11 Mar 2026, an average of 4,482 miles a year.
Has P339 KFC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P339 KFC has failed 10 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on P339 KFC 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 P339 KFC find?
P339 KFC passed its latest MOT on 11 Mar 2026 with 3 minor defects and 1 advisory: nearside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; offside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources, and 1 more.

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