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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2007 · 1,968 cc

T16 VVWMOT history

T16 VVW is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 7 Mar 2007. Its MOT expired on 14 May 2025 and it has passed 13 of 15 MOT tests, with 191,175 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 May 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 14 May 2025
Mileage
191,175 mi
At MOT on 15 May 2024
MOT tests
15
13 passed · 2 failed
Per year
8,875 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T16 VVW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
7 Mar 2007
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 May 2025
Latest MOT test
15 May 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T16 VVW was last recorded at 191,175 miles on 15 May 2024, 8,290 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 May 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
182,885 miles · 15 May 2023
Between the last two tests
8,290 miles
Average per year
8,875 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 191,175 miles
  • 2023 – 182,885 miles
  • 2020 – 173,813 miles
  • 2019 – 159,069 miles
  • 2018 – 145,359 miles
  • 2017 – 143,139 miles
  • 2016 – 140,548 miles
  • 2015 – 126,455 miles
  • 2014 – 120,354 miles
  • 2013 – 117,099 miles
  • 2012 – 108,321 miles
  • 2011 – 89,359 miles
  • 2010 – 65,113 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass191,175 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (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.

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2016

Full MOT history

15 tests since 2 Mar 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass191,175 miles (+8,290)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2025
    Odometer
    191,175 miles
    Test number
    993617872862
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass182,885 miles (+9,072)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2024
    Odometer
    182,885 miles
    Test number
    612514775888

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass173,813 miles (+14,744)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    173,813 miles
    Test number
    301749114660

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass159,069 miles (+13,710)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    159,069 miles
    Test number
    592210766105
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass145,359 miles (+2,220)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    145,359 miles
    Test number
    306711927356
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases At turbo (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake binding slightly.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heat shield loose.

  6. Pass143,139 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    143,139 miles
    Test number
    737408760316
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays fitted preventing a full inspection

  7. Fail143,139 miles (+2,591)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,139 miles
    Test number
    515579638519
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases center at clamp (7.1.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brakes have a slight bind
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays fitted preventing a full inspection

  8. Pass140,548 miles (+14,093)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    140,548 miles
    Test number
    668555402722
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  9. Pass126,455 miles (+6,101)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    126,455 miles
    Test number
    666080775089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass120,354 miles (+3,255)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    120,354 miles
    Test number
    767679164050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass117,099 miles (+8,778)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    117,099 miles
    Test number
    177503263451
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass108,321 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    108,321 miles
    Test number
    486732462048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail108,320 miles (+18,961)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,320 miles
    Test number
    189882062057
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  14. Pass89,359 miles (+24,246)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    89,359 miles
    Test number
    475596041021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass65,113 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    65,113 miles
    Test number
    933751260028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T16 VVW

Does T16 VVW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T16 VVW expired on 14 May 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T16 VVW?
The MOT on T16 VVW expired on 14 May 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T16 VVW done?
T16 VVW was recorded at 191,175 miles at its MOT on 15 May 2024, an average of 8,875 miles a year.
Has T16 VVW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T16 VVW has failed 2 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Mar 2017.
Has the mileage on T16 VVW 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 T16 VVW find?
T16 VVW passed its latest MOT on 15 May 2024 with 3 advisories: nearside integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill; offside integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill; oil leak, but not excessive.

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