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Volkswagen Golf

Red · Petrol · 1997 · 1,984 cc

P628 WDFMOT history

P628 WDF is a red petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 5 Mar 1997. Its MOT is valid until 9 Jul 2027 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 127,177 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Jul 2026.

P628 WDF red Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 9 Jul 2027
Mileage
127,177 mi
At MOT on 10 Jul 2026
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,638 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P628 WDF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
5 Mar 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

P628 WDF was last recorded at 127,177 miles on 10 Jul 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
127,175 miles · 27 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
4,638 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 127,177 miles
  • 2025 – 121,593 miles
  • 2024 – 112,631 miles
  • 2023 – 109,545 miles
  • 2022 – 106,436 miles
  • 2021 – 101,634 miles
  • 2020 – 101,388 miles
  • 2019 – 100,782 miles
  • 2018 – 100,378 miles
  • 2017 – 99,043 miles
  • 2016 – 97,784 miles
  • 2015 – 96,160 miles
  • 2014 – 88,967 miles
  • 2013 – 79,648 miles
  • 2012 – 72,705 miles
  • 2011 – 65,523 miles
  • 2010 – 56,728 miles
  • 2009 – 47,021 miles
  • 2008 – 39,005 miles
  • 2007 – 35,683 miles
  • 2006 – 32,705 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass127,177 miles
  • AdvisoryCoolant leak coolant pump leakingRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2022

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 Rear Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass127,177 miles (+2)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    127,177 miles
    Test number
    948252081126
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak coolant pump leaking
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail127,175 miles (+5,582)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,175 miles
    Test number
    861308817240
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak coolant pump leaking
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass121,593 miles (+78)16 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    121,593 miles
    Test number
    213850654255
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (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 Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint: constant velocity boot slight pershing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTank strap corrosion

  4. Fail121,515 miles (+8,884)5 major15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,515 miles
    Test number
    934217481049
    • MajorExhaust system insecure backbox (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor pan (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (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 Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTank straps corroded

  5. Pass112,631 miles (+3)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    112,631 miles
    Test number
    162962173801
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre slightly worn inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  6. Fail112,628 miles (+3,083)1 major2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,628 miles
    Test number
    351723444236
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre slightly worn inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective Under inflated

  7. Pass109,545 miles (+5)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    109,545 miles
    Test number
    988812562830
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust tail pipe corroded

  8. Fail109,540 miles (+58)1 dangerous4 major2 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,540 miles
    Test number
    826703862974
    • DangerousPower steering component insecure and steering adversely affected belt loose (2.1.5 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust tail pipe corroded

  9. Fail109,482 miles (+3,046)1 dangerous5 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,482 miles
    Test number
    315109546675
    • DangerousPower steering inoperative and steering adversely affected (2.1.5 (c) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted

  10. Pass106,436 miles1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    106,436 miles
    Test number
    457089380688
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear x2 (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded o/s/r and n/s/r (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryMacpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement o/s/f and n/s/f top mounts (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective flat
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened o/s/f and n/s/f (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryWheel bearing has slight play o/s/r and n/s/r (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank straps corroded
    • AdvisoryO/s and n/s outer sills covered

  11. Fail106,436 miles (+4,802)1 repaired1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,436 miles
    Test number
    587771135947
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear x2 (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded o/s/r and n/s/r (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryMacpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement o/s/f and n/s/f top mounts (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective flat
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened o/s/f and n/s/f (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryWheel bearing has slight play o/s/r and n/s/r (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank straps corroded
    • AdvisoryO/s and n/s outer sills covered

  12. Pass101,634 miles (+246)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    101,634 miles
    Test number
    673303174417

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass101,388 miles (+606)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    101,388 miles
    Test number
    658192023981
    • AdvisoryExhaust tail pipe corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank support strap corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  14. Pass100,782 miles (+404)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    100,782 miles
    Test number
    106078401021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass100,378 miles (+1,335)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    100,378 miles
    Test number
    207996667516
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass99,043 miles (+1,259)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    99,043 miles
    Test number
    967870431531

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass97,784 miles (+1,624)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    97,784 miles
    Test number
    411449677403

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass96,160 miles (+7,193)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    96,160 miles
    Test number
    516062355076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass88,967 miles (+9,319)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    88,967 miles
    Test number
    526726144098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass79,648 miles (+6,943)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    79,648 miles
    Test number
    217318733049
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  21. Pass72,705 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    72,705 miles
    Test number
    639960942011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail72,705 miles (+7,182)4 failures2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,705 miles
    Test number
    826680042040
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  23. Pass65,523 miles (+8,795)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    65,523 miles
    Test number
    209022641022
    • NoteBoth rear tyres tread starting to bulge

  24. Pass56,728 miles (+9,707)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    56,728 miles
    Test number
    430752840043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass47,021 miles (+8,016)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    47,021 miles
    Test number
    181219459440

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass39,005 miles (+3,322)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    39,005 miles
    Test number
    594137748079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass35,683 miles (+2,978)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    35,683 miles
    Test number
    732499457088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass32,705 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    32,705 miles
    Test number
    432546756031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about P628 WDF

Does P628 WDF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on P628 WDF is valid until 9 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on P628 WDF?
The MOT on P628 WDF is valid until 9 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has P628 WDF done?
P628 WDF was recorded at 127,177 miles at its MOT on 10 Jul 2026, an average of 4,638 miles a year.
Has P628 WDF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P628 WDF has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on P628 WDF 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 P628 WDF find?
P628 WDF passed its latest MOT on 10 Jul 2026 with 6 advisories: coolant leak coolant pump leaking; nearside integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced; nearside rear axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn, and 3 more.

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