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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,781 cc

V20 MMWMOT history

V20 MMW is a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 6 Apr 2001. Its MOT is valid until 23 Jan 2027 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 102,007 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Jan 2026.

V20 MMW blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 23 Jan 2027
Mileage
102,007 mi
At MOT on 14 Jan 2026
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,839 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V20 MMW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
6 Apr 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V20 MMW was last recorded at 102,007 miles on 14 Jan 2026, 5,837 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
96,170 miles · 24 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
5,837 miles
Average per year
3,839 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 102,007 miles
  • 2025 – 96,170 miles
  • 2024 – 96,161 miles
  • 2023 – 90,284 miles
  • 2022 – 85,319 miles
  • 2021 – 78,016 miles
  • 2020 – 71,225 miles
  • 2018 – 69,978 miles
  • 2017 – 68,276 miles
  • 2016 – 63,100 miles
  • 2015 – 52,235 miles
  • 2014 – 43,770 miles
  • 2013 – 39,685 miles
  • 2012 – 37,565 miles
  • 2011 – 35,402 miles
  • 2010 – 33,935 miles
  • 2009 – 32,575 miles
  • 2008 – 31,066 miles
  • 2006 – 26,674 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass102,007 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Pinhole in CV boot
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Gearbox (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.

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Hazard warning switch faulty

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2020

Full MOT history

24 tests since 31 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass102,007 miles (+5,837)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    102,007 miles
    Test number
    254553756712
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Pinhole in CV boot
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Pass96,170 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    96,170 miles
    Test number
    782025776789
    • MinorHazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
  3. Fail96,170 miles (+9)1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,170 miles
    Test number
    691703017941
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription missing (0.1 (b))
    • MinorHazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
  4. Fail96,161 miles (+5,877)2 dangerous11 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,161 miles
    Test number
    215861146048
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear into brake hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded Forward of axle (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded On axle (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
  5. Pass90,284 miles (+4,965)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    90,284 miles
    Test number
    459058451401
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryMil lamp on
  6. Pass85,319 miles (+7,303)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    85,319 miles
    Test number
    246421750186
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryEml light on
  7. Pass78,016 miles (+6,791)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    78,016 miles
    Test number
    638174947418

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass71,225 miles (+1,247)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    71,225 miles
    Test number
    269083932284
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  9. Pass69,978 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    69,978 miles
    Test number
    907965121279
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  10. Fail69,978 miles (+1,702)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,978 miles
    Test number
    425009231996
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  11. Pass68,276 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    68,276 miles
    Test number
    539406493805
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre perished
  12. Fail68,274 miles (+5,174)3 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,274 miles
    Test number
    982985144503
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre perished
  13. Pass63,100 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    63,100 miles
    Test number
    946434138592
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
  14. Fail63,100 miles (+10,865)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,100 miles
    Test number
    278202840713
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
  15. Pass52,235 miles (+8,465)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    52,235 miles
    Test number
    165212675450
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
  16. Pass43,770 miles (+4,085)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    43,770 miles
    Test number
    265732674046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass39,685 miles (+2,120)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    39,685 miles
    Test number
    827094173001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass37,565 miles (+2,163)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    37,565 miles
    Test number
    376702782020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass35,402 miles (+1,467)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    35,402 miles
    Test number
    446274081071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass33,935 miles (+1,360)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    33,935 miles
    Test number
    623332280056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass32,575 miles (+1,509)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    32,575 miles
    Test number
    144783289417
    • NoteN/S/F tyre getting low
    • NoteN/S/F tyre very perished and starting to crack
  22. Pass31,066 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    31,066 miles
    Test number
    522883098043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail31,066 miles (+4,392)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,066 miles
    Test number
    832613798096
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
  24. Pass26,674 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2007
    Odometer
    26,674 miles
    Test number
    111981856145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V20 MMW

Does V20 MMW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V20 MMW is valid until 23 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on V20 MMW?
The MOT on V20 MMW is valid until 23 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V20 MMW done?
V20 MMW was recorded at 102,007 miles at its MOT on 14 Jan 2026, an average of 3,839 miles a year.
Has V20 MMW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V20 MMW has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on V20 MMW 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 V20 MMW find?
V20 MMW passed its latest MOT on 14 Jan 2026 with 3 advisories: offside front outer pinhole in cv boot; oil leak, but not excessive engine; oil leak, but not excessive gearbox.

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