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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Diesel · 1999 · 1,900 cc

V37 HUHMOT history

V37 HUH is a silver diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 17 Aug 2022 and it has passed 14 of 26 MOT tests, with 201,898 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Nov 2022.

V37 HUH silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 17 Aug 2022
Mileage
201,898 mi
At MOT on 4 Nov 2022
MOT tests
26
14 passed · 12 failed
Per year
9,843 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V37 HUH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,900 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Aug 2022
Latest MOT test
4 Nov 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

V37 HUH was last recorded at 201,898 miles on 4 Nov 2022, 11,392 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Aug 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 8 Feb 2018: 42,514 miles, lower than 162,024 miles on 7 Feb 2018.

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
190,506 miles · 18 Aug 2021
Between the last two tests
11,392 miles
Average per year
9,843 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 201,898 miles
  • 2021 – 190,506 miles
  • 2020 – 181,637 miles
  • 2019 – 171,240 miles
  • 2018 – 42,514 miles
  • 2016 – 151,159 miles
  • 2015 – 141,210 miles
  • 2014 – 125,201 miles
  • 2013 – 112,800 miles
  • 2012 – 102,054 miles
  • 2011 – 88,958 miles
  • 2010 – 76,086 miles
  • 2009 – 67,939 miles
  • 2008 – 58,161 miles
  • 2007 – 47,758 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail201,898 miles
  • DangerousOffside Front Lower Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting likely to become detached at lower ball joint mounting / only 1 bolt securing ball joint to suspension arm / joint hanging on rearmost bolt only / likely to break/ fail (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
  • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel sinks to floor under application (1.1.2 (a))
  • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases at cat and joint (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • MajorOffside Front Windscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component rack at gaiter (2.1.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear slow to retract
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

What MOT failures 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 Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2018

Full MOT history

26 tests since 8 Mar 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail201,898 miles (+11,392)1 dangerous9 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    201,898 miles
    Test number
    228864336954
    • DangerousOffside Front Lower Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting likely to become detached at lower ball joint mounting / only 1 bolt securing ball joint to suspension arm / joint hanging on rearmost bolt only / likely to break/ fail (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel sinks to floor under application (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases at cat and joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component rack at gaiter (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear slow to retract
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass190,506 miles (+8,869)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    190,506 miles
    Test number
    917116004382
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin very worn (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass181,637 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    181,637 miles
    Test number
    509242568531

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail181,637 miles (+10,397)2 dangerous7 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,637 miles
    Test number
    266595139127
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 2-3mm approx (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn wishbone bush located on front suspension (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn wishbone bush located on front suspension (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  5. Pass171,240 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    171,240 miles
    Test number
    838818876214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail171,240 miles (+128,726)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,240 miles
    Test number
    913734848577
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTYRE SIZE 195 65 15 H

  7. Pass42,514 miles (-119,510)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    42,514 miles
    Test number
    859995763973

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail162,024 miles (+10,865)7 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,024 miles
    Test number
    437805121595
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Ball joint has excessive play tie rod to steering rack knuckle (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm approx (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryEngine oil level low
    • AdvisoryParking brake warning light flashing on and off

  9. Pass151,159 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    151,159 miles
    Test number
    473149106764
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Ball joint has slight play track rod to steering rack (2.2.B.1f)

  10. Fail151,159 miles (+9,949)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,159 miles
    Test number
    902651473601
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Ball joint has slight play track rod to steering rack (2.2.B.1f)

  11. Pass141,210 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    141,210 miles
    Test number
    707063535239
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NotePlay at n/s/f inner steering arm

  12. Fail141,210 miles (+16,009)2 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,210 miles
    Test number
    715033535273
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NotePlay at n/s/f inner steering arm

  13. Pass125,201 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2015
    Odometer
    125,201 miles
    Test number
    576488724153
    • NoteVery slight play on inner front tie/track rod to steering rack

  14. Fail126,201 miles (+13,401)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,201 miles
    Test number
    267498424482
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • NoteVery slight play on inner front tie/track rod to steering rack

  15. Pass112,800 miles (+10,746)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2014
    Odometer
    112,800 miles
    Test number
    368439623101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass102,054 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    102,054 miles
    Test number
    105349902180
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  17. Fail102,054 miles (+13,096)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,054 miles
    Test number
    415599202168
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  18. Pass88,958 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    88,958 miles
    Test number
    819857281063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail88,958 miles (+12,872)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,958 miles
    Test number
    449277281039
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureTailgate cannot be secured in the closed position (6.4.1)

  20. Pass76,086 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    76,086 miles
    Test number
    980401240002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail76,086 miles (+8,147)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,086 miles
    Test number
    854741240058
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass67,939 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    67,939 miles
    Test number
    651641569199
    • NoteCentre exhaust bracket detatched but exhaust secure

  23. Fail67,939 miles (+9,778)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,939 miles
    Test number
    964281369154
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteCentre exhaust bracket detatched but exhaust secure

  24. Pass58,161 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    58,161 miles
    Test number
    774030278129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail58,161 miles (+10,403)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,161 miles
    Test number
    293058068456
    • FailureFront registration plate missing (6.3.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  26. Pass47,758 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    47,758 miles
    Test number
    140587667073
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about V37 HUH

Does V37 HUH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V37 HUH expired on 17 Aug 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V37 HUH?
The MOT on V37 HUH expired on 17 Aug 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V37 HUH done?
V37 HUH was recorded at 201,898 miles at its MOT on 4 Nov 2022, an average of 9,843 miles a year.
Has V37 HUH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V37 HUH has failed 12 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on V37 HUH ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 8 Feb 2018. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on V37 HUH find?
V37 HUH failed its latest MOT on 4 Nov 2022 with 1 dangerous defect, 9 major defects, 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: offside front lower suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting likely to become detached at lower ball joint mounting / only 1 bolt securing ball joint to suspension arm / joint hanging on rearmost bolt only / likely to break/ fail; brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel sinks to floor under application; central exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases at cat and joint, and 15 more.

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