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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Petrol · 1996 · 1,984 cc

P778 BWNMOT history

P778 BWN is a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 5 Nov 1996. Its MOT expired on 28 Apr 2026 and it has passed 17 of 18 MOT tests, with 38,951 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Apr 2025.

P778 BWN blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 28 Apr 2026
Mileage
38,951 mi
At MOT on 29 Apr 2025
MOT tests
18
17 passed · 1 failed
Per year
883 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P778 BWN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
1996
First used
5 Nov 1996
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
29 Apr 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

P778 BWN was last recorded at 38,951 miles on 29 Apr 2025, 213 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Apr 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
38,738 miles · 2 Apr 2024
Between the last two tests
213 miles
Average per year
883 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 38,951 miles
  • 2024 – 38,738 miles
  • 2023 – 38,238 miles
  • 2018 – 34,570 miles
  • 2017 – 31,546 miles
  • 2016 – 28,678 miles
  • 2015 – 27,440 miles
  • 2014 – 26,867 miles
  • 2013 – 26,083 miles
  • 2012 – 25,730 miles
  • 2011 – 25,140 miles
  • 2010 – 24,445 miles
  • 2009 – 24,258 miles
  • 2008 – 23,761 miles
  • 2007 – 23,519 miles
  • 2006 – 22,896 miles
  • 2005 – 21,756 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass38,951 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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.

  • Under body corrosion present

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

18 tests since 8 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass38,951 miles (+213)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    38,951 miles
    Test number
    483787312416
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  2. Pass38,738 miles (+500)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    38,738 miles
    Test number
    510198879039
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  3. Pass38,238 miles (+3,668)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    38,238 miles
    Test number
    222179959479

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass34,570 miles (+3,024)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    34,570 miles
    Test number
    812022309090
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyre`s cracking
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

  5. Pass31,546 miles (+2,868)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    31,546 miles
    Test number
    456357627577
    • AdvisoryFront play in top mounts

  6. Pass28,678 miles (+1,238)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    28,678 miles
    Test number
    857859772169
    • AdvisoryRear axle bushes cracking
    • AdvisoryUnder body corrosion present

  7. Pass27,440 miles (+573)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    27,440 miles
    Test number
    302765530634
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryUnder body corrosion present

  8. Pass26,867 miles (+784)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    26,867 miles
    Test number
    177788004372

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass26,083 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    26,083 miles
    Test number
    557821893226
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBoth rear axle bushes splitting

  10. Fail26,083 miles (+353)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,083 miles
    Test number
    567511693247
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBoth rear axle bushes splitting

  11. Pass25,730 miles (+590)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    25,730 miles
    Test number
    576330412351
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  12. Pass25,140 miles (+695)1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    25,140 miles
    Test number
    335926601304
    • NoteRear axle bushes starting to split

  13. Pass24,445 miles (+187)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    24,445 miles
    Test number
    514211800394

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass24,258 miles (+497)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    24,258 miles
    Test number
    522550009316

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass23,761 miles (+242)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    23,761 miles
    Test number
    750955098206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass23,519 miles (+623)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    23,519 miles
    Test number
    354397307333
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass22,896 miles (+1,140)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    22,896 miles
    Test number
    783940816336

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass21,756 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    21,756 miles
    Test number
    574692215320

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about P778 BWN

Does P778 BWN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on P778 BWN expired on 28 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on P778 BWN?
The MOT on P778 BWN expired on 28 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has P778 BWN done?
P778 BWN was recorded at 38,951 miles at its MOT on 29 Apr 2025, an average of 883 miles a year.
Has P778 BWN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P778 BWN has failed 1 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Oct 2013.
Has the mileage on P778 BWN 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 P778 BWN find?
P778 BWN passed its latest MOT on 29 Apr 2025 with 2 advisories: nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; offside front brake hose slightly deteriorated.

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