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Black · Petrol · 2007 · 3,200 cc

V40 SPRMOT history

V40 SPR is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 7 Nov 2007. Its MOT is valid until 27 Jul 2027 and it has passed 16 of 18 MOT tests, with 116,405 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jul 2026.

V40 SPR black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 27 Jul 2027
Mileage
116,405 mi
At MOT on 8 Jul 2026
MOT tests
18
16 passed · 2 failed
Per year
5,948 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V40 SPR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,200 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
7 Nov 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V40 SPR was last recorded at 116,405 miles on 8 Jul 2026, 4,619 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
111,786 miles · 22 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
4,619 miles
Average per year
5,948 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 116,405 miles
  • 2025 – 111,786 miles
  • 2024 – 104,525 miles
  • 2023 – 97,608 miles
  • 2022 – 90,906 miles
  • 2021 – 85,975 miles
  • 2019 – 82,968 miles
  • 2018 – 74,976 miles
  • 2017 – 69,725 miles
  • 2016 – 63,019 miles
  • 2015 – 56,071 miles
  • 2014 – 49,147 miles
  • 2013 – 41,060 miles
  • 2012 – 35,677 miles
  • 2011 – 29,725 miles
  • 2010 – 23,192 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass116,405 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Central Rear Fuel tank slightly loose Straps that secure fuel tank are corroded excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Console Bush Deteriorating

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Console Bush deteriorating

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Crack in windscreen smaller than 10mm

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

18 tests since 5 Nov 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass116,405 miles (+4,619)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    116,405 miles
    Test number
    694772151251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass111,786 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    111,786 miles
    Test number
    609490642116
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Fail111,785 miles (+7,260)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,785 miles
    Test number
    729071017084
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Headlamp levelling device inoperative Broken (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Pass104,525 miles (+6,917)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    104,525 miles
    Test number
    578214537246
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chipped (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank straps corroded
    • AdvisoryLower Gearbox mounting defective
  5. Pass97,608 miles (+3)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    97,608 miles
    Test number
    583852153224
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Crack in windscreen smaller than 10mm (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Fuel tank slightly loose Straps that secure fuel tank are corroded excessively (6.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Console Bush Deteriorating (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Console Bush deteriorating (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  6. Fail97,605 miles (+6,699)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,605 miles
    Test number
    507667255010
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working side light bulb inop (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Crack in windscreen smaller than 10mm (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Fuel tank slightly loose Straps that secure fuel tank are corroded excessively (6.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Console Bush Deteriorating (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Console Bush deteriorating (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  7. Pass90,906 miles (+4,931)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    90,906 miles
    Test number
    598384346332

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass85,975 miles (+3,007)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    85,975 miles
    Test number
    338764129843

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass82,968 miles (+7,992)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    82,968 miles
    Test number
    742377862510
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened worn and heavily lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened worn and heavily lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  10. Pass74,976 miles (+5,251)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    74,976 miles
    Test number
    180654826305

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass69,725 miles (+6,706)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    69,725 miles
    Test number
    584681176956

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass63,019 miles (+6,948)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    63,019 miles
    Test number
    684228725138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass56,071 miles (+6,924)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    56,071 miles
    Test number
    313842087688
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)
  14. Pass49,147 miles (+8,087)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    49,147 miles
    Test number
    829174704310
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteEngine light showing
  15. Pass41,060 miles (+5,383)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    41,060 miles
    Test number
    617795603367

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass35,677 miles (+5,952)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    35,677 miles
    Test number
    896957202314

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass29,725 miles (+6,533)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    29,725 miles
    Test number
    498531511395

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass23,192 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    23,192 miles
    Test number
    232619200391
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside 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)

Questions about V40 SPR

Does V40 SPR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V40 SPR is valid until 27 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on V40 SPR?
The MOT on V40 SPR is valid until 27 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V40 SPR done?
V40 SPR was recorded at 116,405 miles at its MOT on 8 Jul 2026, an average of 5,948 miles a year.
Has V40 SPR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V40 SPR has failed 2 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on V40 SPR 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 V40 SPR find?
V40 SPR passed its latest MOT on 8 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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