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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2009 · 1,968 cc

V20 MPJMOT history

V20 MPJ is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 1 Jul 2009. Its MOT is valid until 1 Sept 2027 and it has passed 16 of 19 MOT tests, with 205,870 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Aug 2026.

V20 MPJ black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 1 Sept 2027
Mileage
205,870 mi
At MOT on 17 Aug 2026
MOT tests
19
16 passed · 3 failed
Per year
9,337 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V20 MPJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
1 Jul 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V20 MPJ was last recorded at 205,870 miles on 17 Aug 2026, 6,408 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
199,462 miles · 28 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
6,408 miles
Average per year
9,337 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 205,870 miles
  • 2025 – 199,462 miles
  • 2024 – 195,401 miles
  • 2023 – 182,979 miles
  • 2022 – 169,510 miles
  • 2021 – 152,476 miles
  • 2020 – 138,491 miles
  • 2019 – 128,859 miles
  • 2018 – 123,967 miles
  • 2017 – 117,436 miles
  • 2016 – 108,708 miles
  • 2015 – 96,824 miles
  • 2014 – 88,594 miles
  • 2013 – 81,332 miles
  • 2012 – 74,267 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass205,870 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (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 Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Rear tyres going out of shape

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

19 tests since 13 Jul 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass205,870 miles (+6,408)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    205,870 miles
    Test number
    932760083361
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass199,462 miles (+4,061)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    199,462 miles
    Test number
    290194603192
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension bushes worn
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension components corroded

  3. Pass195,401 miles (+12,422)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    195,401 miles
    Test number
    982258929590
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both worn on inner (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear tyres going out of shape

  4. Pass182,979 miles (+13,469)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    182,979 miles
    Test number
    595401864545

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass169,510 miles (+17,034)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    169,510 miles
    Test number
    315851628674
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion

  6. Pass152,476 miles (+13,985)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    152,476 miles
    Test number
    621382595861
    • AdvisoryRear tyres going out of shape

  7. Pass138,491 miles (+99)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    138,491 miles
    Test number
    875929547231
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Fail138,392 miles (+9,533)1 dangerous1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,392 miles
    Test number
    635174570354
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass128,859 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    128,859 miles
    Test number
    500452770486

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass128,847 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    128,847 miles
    Test number
    664013015785

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail128,847 miles (+4,880)1 dangerous1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,847 miles
    Test number
    656890077707
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  12. Pass123,967 miles (+90)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    123,967 miles
    Test number
    948745777848
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  13. Fail123,877 miles (+6,441)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,877 miles
    Test number
    871070809820
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass117,436 miles (+8,728)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    117,436 miles
    Test number
    899432077867
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc modified but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1n)

  15. Pass108,708 miles (+11,884)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    108,708 miles
    Test number
    360600738108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass96,824 miles (+8,230)1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    96,824 miles
    Test number
    257075075150
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  17. Pass88,594 miles (+7,262)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    88,594 miles
    Test number
    269771874100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass81,332 miles (+7,065)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    81,332 miles
    Test number
    569432573123
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  19. Pass74,267 miles4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    74,267 miles
    Test number
    648285392157
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteNo immisions detected

Questions about V20 MPJ

Does V20 MPJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V20 MPJ is valid until 1 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on V20 MPJ?
The MOT on V20 MPJ is valid until 1 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V20 MPJ done?
V20 MPJ was recorded at 205,870 miles at its MOT on 17 Aug 2026, an average of 9,337 miles a year.
Has V20 MPJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V20 MPJ has failed 3 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Aug 2020.
Has the mileage on V20 MPJ 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 MPJ find?
V20 MPJ passed its latest MOT on 17 Aug 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; rear sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced.

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