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Grey · Petrol · 1999 · 1,390 cc

V39 HBOMOT history

V39 HBO is a grey petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 5 Nov 1999. Its MOT expired on 1 Nov 2025 and it has passed 20 of 33 MOT tests, with 135,237 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Oct 2024.

V39 HBO grey Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 1 Nov 2025
Mileage
135,237 mi
At MOT on 24 Oct 2024
MOT tests
33
20 passed · 13 failed
Per year
5,175 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V39 HBO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
5 Nov 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Nov 2025
Latest MOT test
24 Oct 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

V39 HBO was last recorded at 135,237 miles on 24 Oct 2024, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
135,234 miles · 23 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
5,175 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 135,237 miles
  • 2023 – 133,099 miles
  • 2022 – 131,425 miles
  • 2021 – 130,160 miles
  • 2020 – 128,084 miles
  • 2019 – 124,577 miles
  • 2018 – 118,738 miles
  • 2017 – 113,145 miles
  • 2016 – 107,731 miles
  • 2015 – 100,633 miles
  • 2014 – 94,682 miles
  • 2013 – 88,700 miles
  • 2012 – 82,716 miles
  • 2011 – 76,541 miles
  • 2010 – 71,152 miles
  • 2009 – 64,829 miles
  • 2008 – 57,357 miles
  • 2007 – 50,551 miles
  • 2006 – 42,807 miles
  • 2005 – 36,982 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass135,237 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded (to flexi)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

33 tests since 29 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass135,237 miles (+3)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    135,237 miles
    Test number
    638375392903
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  2. Fail135,234 miles (+2,135)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,234 miles
    Test number
    908157183189
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  3. Pass133,099 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    133,099 miles
    Test number
    703451163943
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail133,098 miles (+1,673)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,098 miles
    Test number
    131634982364
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass131,425 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    131,425 miles
    Test number
    884320643248
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule and brake pipe (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule and metal brake pipe (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  6. Fail131,423 miles (+1,263)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,423 miles
    Test number
    942303053980
    • DangerousRear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule and brake pipe (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule and metal brake pipe (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  7. Pass130,160 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    130,160 miles
    Test number
    252156872701
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Fail130,157 miles (+2,073)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,157 miles
    Test number
    646386183106
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass128,084 miles (+3,507)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    128,084 miles
    Test number
    991129906695
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryO/S fuel tank support strap corroded.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Rear shock absorber casing corroded. (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass124,577 miles (+5,839)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    124,577 miles
    Test number
    102048351628
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank strap corroded o/s
    • AdvisoryHc high on emissions test
    • AdvisoryLambda on limits during emissions test
    • AdvisorySpare wheel perishing and on 2mm of tread

  11. Pass118,738 miles (+26)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    118,738 miles
    Test number
    150716333188
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded (to flexi)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded (from flexi)
    • AdvisoryOffside Tank strap corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Tyres perishing

  12. Fail118,712 miles (+5,567)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,712 miles
    Test number
    735790167885
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Back box join (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded (to flexi)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded (from flexi)
    • AdvisoryOffside Tank strap corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Tyres perishing

  13. Pass113,145 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    113,145 miles
    Test number
    338620683096
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryStruggled to get within limits for emissions

  14. Fail113,145 miles (+5,414)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,145 miles
    Test number
    810935087441
    • FailureOffside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryStruggled to get within limits for emissions

  15. Pass107,731 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    107,731 miles
    Test number
    736848064307
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail107,726 miles (+7,093)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,726 miles
    Test number
    375449684152
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass100,633 miles (+5,951)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    100,633 miles
    Test number
    864907287104
    • AdvisoryReverse lights not working either side

  18. Pass94,682 miles (+5,982)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    94,682 miles
    Test number
    177545694233
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBoth rear tyres perishing

  19. Pass88,700 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    88,700 miles
    Test number
    157918793222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail88,700 miles (+5,984)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,700 miles
    Test number
    246898393253
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  21. Pass82,716 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    82,716 miles
    Test number
    165816182273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail82,712 miles (+6,171)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,712 miles
    Test number
    857216982275
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

  23. Pass76,541 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    76,541 miles
    Test number
    267376181232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail76,541 miles (+5,389)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,541 miles
    Test number
    159504981286
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  25. Pass71,152 miles (+6,323)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    71,152 miles
    Test number
    331605190235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass64,829 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    64,829 miles
    Test number
    384699789410

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail64,827 miles (+7,470)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,827 miles
    Test number
    390809289440
    • FailureNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteHandbrake travel

  28. Pass57,357 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    57,357 miles
    Test number
    832661608370
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  29. Fail57,357 miles (+6,806)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,357 miles
    Test number
    994438898259
    • FailureBrake servo vacuum pipe deteriorated (3.6.C.1b)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  30. Pass50,551 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    50,551 miles
    Test number
    240209397208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail50,551 miles (+7,744)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,551 miles
    Test number
    860889097243
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear 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)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  32. Pass42,807 miles (+5,825)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    42,807 miles
    Test number
    304127196267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Pass36,982 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    36,982 miles
    Test number
    131582305347

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V39 HBO

Does V39 HBO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V39 HBO expired on 1 Nov 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V39 HBO?
The MOT on V39 HBO expired on 1 Nov 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V39 HBO done?
V39 HBO was recorded at 135,237 miles at its MOT on 24 Oct 2024, an average of 5,175 miles a year.
Has V39 HBO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V39 HBO has failed 13 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on V39 HBO 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 V39 HBO find?
V39 HBO passed its latest MOT on 24 Oct 2024 with 4 advisories: nearside front coil spring corroded; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside front coil spring corroded, and 1 more.

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