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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Petrol · 1997 · 1,984 cc

P786 XDEMOT history

P786 XDE is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 29 Apr 1997. Its MOT is valid until 14 Oct 2027 and it has passed 11 of 15 MOT tests, with 84,747 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Oct 2026.

P786 XDE silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 14 Oct 2027
Mileage
84,747 mi
At MOT on 15 Oct 2026
MOT tests
15
11 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,324 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P786 XDE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
29 Apr 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

P786 XDE was last recorded at 84,747 miles on 15 Oct 2026, 712 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Oct 2019.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
84,035 miles · 23 Oct 2019
Between the last two tests
712 miles
Average per year
2,324 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 84,747 miles
  • 2019 – 84,035 miles
  • 2018 – 82,890 miles
  • 2016 – 82,791 miles
  • 2014 – 82,604 miles
  • 2011 – 80,153 miles
  • 2009 – 75,189 miles
  • 2008 – 65,766 miles
  • 2007 – 52,748 miles
  • 2006 – 37,036 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass84,747 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

15 tests since 4 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass84,747 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    84,747 miles
    Test number
    489180650249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail84,747 miles (+712)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,747 miles
    Test number
    184996146369
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass84,035 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    84,035 miles
    Test number
    370540800287
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOff side front inner sill corroded but not within 30cm of any load bearing points or mountings
    • AdvisorySide skirts fitted unable to see outer sills

  4. Fail84,035 miles (+1,145)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,035 miles
    Test number
    777897162914
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOff side front inner sill corroded but not within 30cm of any load bearing points or mountings
    • AdvisorySide skirts fitted unable to see outer sills

  5. Pass82,890 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    82,890 miles
    Test number
    589370021218
    • AdvisorySide skirts fitted unable to check sills

  6. Fail82,890 miles (+99)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,890 miles
    Test number
    758512722964
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisorySide skirts fitted unable to check sills

  7. Pass82,791 miles (+187)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    82,791 miles
    Test number
    604603133143
    • AdvisoryOff side rear tyre cracking on side wall
    • AdvisorySide skirts fitted unable to see sills

  8. Pass82,604 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    82,604 miles
    Test number
    265392984273
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteSlight brake bind offside front

  9. Fail82,604 miles (+2,451)2 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,604 miles
    Test number
    765261184259
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteSlight brake bind offside front

  10. Pass80,153 miles (+1,150)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    80,153 miles
    Test number
    267609701178
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Pass79,003 miles (+3,814)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    79,003 miles
    Test number
    237702981009
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteSmall damage at o/s/f outer sill

  12. Pass75,189 miles (+9,423)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    75,189 miles
    Test number
    523376179096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass65,766 miles (+13,018)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    65,766 miles
    Test number
    321804998064
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

  14. Pass52,748 miles (+15,712)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    52,748 miles
    Test number
    910015097008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass37,036 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    37,036 miles
    Test number
    360734096075
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/s/r tyre out of shape

Questions about P786 XDE

Does P786 XDE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on P786 XDE is valid until 14 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on P786 XDE?
The MOT on P786 XDE is valid until 14 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has P786 XDE done?
P786 XDE was recorded at 84,747 miles at its MOT on 15 Oct 2026, an average of 2,324 miles a year.
Has P786 XDE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P786 XDE has failed 4 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on P786 XDE 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 P786 XDE find?
P786 XDE passed its latest MOT on 15 Oct 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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