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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Petrol · 2009 · 1,390 cc

V30 DSBMOT history

V30 DSB is a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 11 Dec 2009. Its MOT is valid until 27 Jan 2027 and it has passed 14 of 24 MOT tests, with 134,048 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Jan 2026.

V30 DSB blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 27 Jan 2027
Mileage
134,048 mi
At MOT on 28 Jan 2026
MOT tests
24
14 passed · 10 failed
Per year
7,527 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V30 DSB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
11 Dec 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V30 DSB was last recorded at 134,048 miles on 28 Jan 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
134,047 miles · 26 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
7,527 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 134,048 miles
  • 2025 – 130,305 miles
  • 2024 – 122,900 miles
  • 2023 – 114,447 miles
  • 2022 – 106,065 miles
  • 2021 – 100,670 miles
  • 2020 – 97,408 miles
  • 2018 – 91,141 miles
  • 2017 – 85,044 miles
  • 2016 – 79,442 miles
  • 2015 – 67,439 miles
  • 2014 – 57,103 miles
  • 2013 – 43,569 miles
  • 2012 – 35,191 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass134,048 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront exhaust flexi slightly deterioratingRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult beltRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing wearing inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing wearing inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Advise(front wishbone rear bushes deteriorating)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

24 tests since 10 Dec 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass134,048 miles (+1)1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    134,048 miles
    Test number
    238407380610
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust flexi slightly deteriorating
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing wearing inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing wearing inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail134,047 miles (+3,742)5 major1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,047 miles
    Test number
    261734855128
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working inner (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust flexi slightly deteriorating
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing wearing inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing wearing inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass130,305 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    130,305 miles
    Test number
    976439011525
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres wearing on the inner edges

  4. Fail130,305 miles (+7,405)1 dangerous2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,305 miles
    Test number
    901172350761
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres wearing on the inner edges

  5. Pass122,900 miles (+8,453)2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    122,900 miles
    Test number
    881118989067
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil sump corroded
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass114,447 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    114,447 miles
    Test number
    765037788621
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Fail114,447 miles (+8,382)4 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,447 miles
    Test number
    792263253601
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass106,065 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    106,065 miles
    Test number
    473215813385
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail106,065 miles (+5,395)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,065 miles
    Test number
    419234008436
    • MajorNearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass100,670 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    100,670 miles
    Test number
    944048151491
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexible joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Fail100,668 miles (+3,260)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,668 miles
    Test number
    767187156596
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexible joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass97,408 miles (+6,267)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    97,408 miles
    Test number
    598970286219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass91,141 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    91,141 miles
    Test number
    899088225867

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail91,141 miles (+6,097)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,141 miles
    Test number
    110303514657
    • MajorFront Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  15. Pass85,044 miles (+5,602)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    85,044 miles
    Test number
    148993621090
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  16. Pass79,442 miles (+12,003)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    79,442 miles
    Test number
    927587399951
    • AdvisoryAdvise(front no plate deteriorating)
    • AdvisoryAdvise(front shockies damp)
    • AdvisoryAdvise(front tyres marginal on edge)
    • AdvisoryAdvise(front wishbone rear bushes deteriorating)
    • AdvisoryAdvise(nails in both rear tyres)
    • AdvisoryAdvise(nails in both rear tyres)

  17. Pass67,439 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    67,439 miles
    Test number
    824743071417
    • AdvisoryAdvise(front blades smearing screen)
    • AdvisoryAdvise(front wishbone rear bushes deteriorating)
    • AdvisoryAdvise(n,s,f shock absorber damp)

  18. Fail67,439 miles (+10,336)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,439 miles
    Test number
    172524540323
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryAdvise(front blades smearing screen)
    • AdvisoryAdvise(front wishbone rear bushes deteriorating)
    • AdvisoryAdvise(n,s,f shock absorber damp)

  19. Pass57,103 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    57,103 miles
    Test number
    486543144357
    • 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

  20. Fail57,103 miles (+13,534)2 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,103 miles
    Test number
    277592244394
    • FailureBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • 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

  21. Pass43,569 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    43,569 miles
    Test number
    306657643367
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  22. Fail43,569 miles (+8,378)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,569 miles
    Test number
    189216243332
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  23. Pass35,191 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    35,191 miles
    Test number
    678995842394
    • NoteAdvise(slight wear lipping &pitting on front discs & pads 70% worn)

  24. Fail35,191 miles1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,191 miles
    Test number
    945555442340
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAdvise(rear blade torn)
    • NoteAdvise(slight wear lipping &pitting on front discs & pads 70% worn)

Questions about V30 DSB

Does V30 DSB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V30 DSB is valid until 27 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on V30 DSB?
The MOT on V30 DSB is valid until 27 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V30 DSB done?
V30 DSB was recorded at 134,048 miles at its MOT on 28 Jan 2026, an average of 7,527 miles a year.
Has V30 DSB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V30 DSB has failed 10 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on V30 DSB 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 V30 DSB find?
V30 DSB passed its latest MOT on 28 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect and 11 advisories: nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front exhaust flexi slightly deteriorating; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush, and 9 more.

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