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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 2002 · 1,984 cc

SFW 886MOT history

SFW 886 is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 5 Jan 2002. Its MOT is valid until 29 Aug 2027 and it has passed 20 of 27 MOT tests, with 74,626 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Aug 2026.

SFW 886 black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 29 Aug 2027
Mileage
74,626 mi
At MOT on 26 Aug 2026
MOT tests
27
20 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,647 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
SFW 886
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
5 Jan 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

SFW 886 was last recorded at 74,626 miles on 26 Aug 2026, 1,079 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Aug 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 5 Aug 2021: 65,040 miles, lower than 67,644 miles on 3 Aug 2020.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
73,547 miles · 28 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
1,079 miles
Average per year
2,647 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 74,626 miles
  • 2025 – 73,547 miles
  • 2024 – 72,294 miles
  • 2023 – 71,171 miles
  • 2022 – 70,193 miles
  • 2021 – 69,040 miles
  • 2020 – 67,644 miles
  • 2019 – 66,138 miles
  • 2018 – 64,181 miles
  • 2017 – 62,611 miles
  • 2016 – 60,288 miles
  • 2015 – 58,349 miles
  • 2014 – 56,287 miles
  • 2013 – 54,794 miles
  • 2012 – 53,817 miles
  • 2011 – 49,421 miles
  • 2009 – 38,093 miles
  • 2007 – 28,673 miles
  • 2006 – 24,211 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass74,626 miles
  • AdvisoryEngine management light showing
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Centre silencer sleeve joint (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryExhaust silencer slightly loose Centre silencer (8.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides slightly perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 9 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor5 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2023

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside front flexi-brake hose deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

27 tests since 9 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass74,626 miles (+1,079)13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    74,626 miles
    Test number
    404883093533
    • AdvisoryEngine management light showing
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Centre silencer sleeve joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust silencer slightly loose Centre silencer (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides slightly perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass73,547 miles (+1,253)1 minor14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    73,547 miles
    Test number
    903984818862
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front lower sill panels corroded
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Power steering pipe/hose slightly damaged (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass72,294 miles (+1,123)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    72,294 miles
    Test number
    242952954198
    • AdvisoryFuel tank slightly loose 1 of 3 straps has corroded and snapped (6.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • 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 Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass71,171 miles (+978)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    71,171 miles
    Test number
    734225930689
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to all wheel arches
    • AdvisoryRear shock absorber cases corroded

  5. Pass70,193 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    70,193 miles
    Test number
    265062365940
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAll four wheel arches rusty
    • AdvisoryExhaust system has minor leak from centre to rear pipe
    • AdvisoryExhaust system rusty

  6. Fail70,193 miles (+1,153)1 dangerous1 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,193 miles
    Test number
    177906338051
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAll four wheel arches rusty
    • AdvisoryExhaust system has minor leak from centre to rear pipe
    • AdvisoryExhaust system rusty

  7. Pass69,040 miles (+4,000)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    69,040 miles
    Test number
    320321526608
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside front flexi-brake hose deteriorated
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to offside rear metal brake pipe

  8. Fail65,040 miles (-2,604)1 dangerous1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,040 miles
    Test number
    608036223060
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside front flexi-brake hose deteriorated
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to offside rear metal brake pipe

  9. Pass67,644 miles1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    67,644 miles
    Test number
    401922639305
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak thermostat housing
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • 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 Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  10. Fail67,644 miles (+1,506)1 major1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,644 miles
    Test number
    482883433784
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak thermostat housing
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • 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 Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  11. Pass66,138 miles (+1,957)2 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    66,138 miles
    Test number
    424557032741
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all four brake discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front pipe joint to centre box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust silencer slightly loose centre silencer (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Rear section of both front to rear brake pipes nearside and offside starting to corrode (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle underside has some minor surface corrosion

  12. Pass64,181 miles (+6)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    64,181 miles
    Test number
    817062700517
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust joint slight leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOff side front tyre bald on inner edge

  13. Fail64,175 miles (+1,564)1 dangerous1 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,175 miles
    Test number
    408609412389
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres perished
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust joint slight leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOff side front tyre bald on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOff side rear tyre bald inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside 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))

  14. Pass62,611 miles (+2,323)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    62,611 miles
    Test number
    517189786037
    • AdvisoryFuel tank retaining support straps corroded but not excessively
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside rear brake discs corroded but not excessively
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside rear tyre treads worn badly on inner edges
    • AdvisoryVarious areas of stone damage to windscreen but none outside size regulations

  15. Pass60,288 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    60,288 miles
    Test number
    638450315542
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged slightly buckled (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly damaged bead edge (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Fail60,288 miles (+1,939)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,288 miles
    Test number
    317825050285
    • FailureNearside Front Outer Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure side wall (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly damaged bead edge (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass58,349 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    58,349 miles
    Test number
    768722705239
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteNearside and offside front tyre treads worn badly on inner edges
    • NoteSmall stone chip in windscreen in zone B less than 40mm

  18. Fail58,349 miles (+2,062)1 dangerous3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,349 miles
    Test number
    828232805255
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteNearside and offside front tyre treads worn badly on inner edges
    • NoteSmall stone chip in windscreen in zone B less than 40mm

  19. Pass56,287 miles (+1,493)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    56,287 miles
    Test number
    488327194170
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth rear shock absorber dust sheilds loose on shock absorber and dropped down but not affecting the operation of shock absorbers
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  20. Pass54,794 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    54,794 miles
    Test number
    285252893107
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth rear brake discs corroded
    • NoteRear exhaust silencer box corroded and de-laminating but not leaking exhaust gases

  21. Fail54,794 miles (+977)1 dangerous2 repaired2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,794 miles
    Test number
    225712593444
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth rear brake discs corroded
    • NoteBrake fluid level low and only just above min mark
    • NoteRear exhaust silencer box corroded and de-laminating but not leaking exhaust gases

  22. Pass53,817 miles (+4,396)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    53,817 miles
    Test number
    518586502273
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  23. Pass49,421 miles (+11,328)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    49,421 miles
    Test number
    836105111295
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  24. Pass38,093 miles (+9,420)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    38,093 miles
    Test number
    180908129321

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass28,673 miles (+4,462)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    28,673 miles
    Test number
    782411467330

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass24,211 miles (+4,186)5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    24,211 miles
    Test number
    351621466383
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteChip in windscreen
    • NoteRear number plate backing coming away
    • NoteTop of front number plate backing coming adrift

  27. Pass20,025 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    20,025 miles
    Test number
    951099906046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about SFW 886

What vehicle is registration SFW 886 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show SFW 886 on a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 5 Jan 2002. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does SFW 886 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on SFW 886 is valid until 29 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on SFW 886?
The MOT on SFW 886 is valid until 29 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has SFW 886 done?
SFW 886 was recorded at 74,626 miles at its MOT on 26 Aug 2026, an average of 2,647 miles a year.
Has SFW 886 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. SFW 886 has failed 7 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on SFW 886 ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 5 Aug 2021. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on SFW 886 find?
SFW 886 passed its latest MOT on 26 Aug 2026 with 13 advisories: engine management light showing; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre silencer sleeve joint; exhaust silencer slightly loose centre silencer, and 10 more.

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