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Volkswagen Golf

Grey · Petrol · 1999 · 1,800 cc

V38 FANMOT history

V38 FAN is a grey petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 29 May 2024 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 101,099 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 May 2023.

V38 FAN grey Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 29 May 2024
Mileage
101,099 mi
At MOT on 26 May 2023
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,091 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V38 FAN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,800 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 May 2024
Latest MOT test
26 May 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

V38 FAN was last recorded at 101,099 miles on 26 May 2023, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 May 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
101,099 miles · 25 May 2023
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,091 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 101,099 miles
  • 2022 – 98,665 miles
  • 2019 – 95,738 miles
  • 2018 – 90,181 miles
  • 2017 – 83,581 miles
  • 2016 – 78,303 miles
  • 2015 – 74,628 miles
  • 2014 – 70,780 miles
  • 2013 – 66,103 miles
  • 2012 – 61,140 miles
  • 2011 – 55,770 miles
  • 2010 – 49,740 miles
  • 2009 – 45,563 miles
  • 2008 – 40,024 miles
  • 2007 – 34,173 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass101,099 miles
  • AdvisoryFront brake discs poor conditionRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022

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 Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

23 tests since 15 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass101,099 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2024
    Odometer
    101,099 miles
    Test number
    274984905028
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs poor condition
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail101,099 miles (+2,434)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,099 miles
    Test number
    711003234955
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs poor condition
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass98,665 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2023
    Odometer
    98,665 miles
    Test number
    687148116754
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail98,665 miles (+4)1 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,665 miles
    Test number
    794666508511
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail98,661 miles (+2,923)5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,661 miles
    Test number
    759761022391
    • MajorEmissions not tested due to excessive engine noise (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  6. Pass95,738 miles (+304)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    95,738 miles
    Test number
    924776388970

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail95,434 miles (+5,253)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,434 miles
    Test number
    743824824903
    • 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))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryEngine noisy from cam belt area
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Advise changing
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Change soon (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Advise changing
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass90,181 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    90,181 miles
    Test number
    988133102544
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre perished sidewall
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre persihed sidewall

  9. Fail90,181 miles (+6,600)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,181 miles
    Test number
    404372878021
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre perished sidewall
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre persihed sidewall

  10. Pass83,581 miles (+5,278)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    83,581 miles
    Test number
    339373447652
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  11. Pass78,303 miles (+3,675)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    78,303 miles
    Test number
    328595927976
    • AdvisorySlight play both inner steering rack joint areas

  12. Pass74,628 miles (+20)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    74,628 miles
    Test number
    609401325002
    • NoteChild seat fitted - seat belt threaded through it but not clipped in. Do not let child sit in it until it is secured.

  13. Fail74,608 miles (+3,828)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,608 miles
    Test number
    949067715080
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted - seat belt threaded through it but not clipped in. Do not let child sit in it until it is secured.

  14. Pass70,780 miles (+4,677)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    70,780 miles
    Test number
    107995724082
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteBoth front tyres are worn on the outer edges

  15. Pass66,103 miles (+4,963)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    66,103 miles
    Test number
    309251313010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass61,140 miles (+5,370)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    61,140 miles
    Test number
    586236602066
    • NoteREAR BRAKE DISK(S) RUST
    • NoteSLIGHT ENGINE OIL LEAK

  17. Pass55,770 miles (+6,030)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    55,770 miles
    Test number
    185012221455
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  18. Pass49,740 miles (+4,177)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    49,740 miles
    Test number
    761777420096
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  19. Fail45,563 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,563 miles
    Test number
    832543739091
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

  20. Pass45,563 miles (+5,539)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    45,563 miles
    Test number
    934293439022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass40,024 miles (+5,851)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    40,024 miles
    Test number
    190230618068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass34,173 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    34,173 miles
    Test number
    542647517034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail34,173 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,173 miles
    Test number
    694505717031
    • FailureNearside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)

Questions about V38 FAN

Does V38 FAN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V38 FAN expired on 29 May 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V38 FAN?
The MOT on V38 FAN expired on 29 May 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V38 FAN done?
V38 FAN was recorded at 101,099 miles at its MOT on 26 May 2023, an average of 4,091 miles a year.
Has V38 FAN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V38 FAN has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 25 May 2023.
Has the mileage on V38 FAN 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 V38 FAN find?
V38 FAN passed its latest MOT on 26 May 2023 with 2 advisories: front brake discs poor condition; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material.

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