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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,800 cc

V43 FBVMOT history

V43 FBV is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 2 Sept 1999. Its MOT expired on 22 Apr 2025 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 205,108 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Apr 2024.

V43 FBV silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 22 Apr 2025
Mileage
205,108 mi
At MOT on 18 Apr 2024
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,407 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V43 FBV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,800 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
2 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Apr 2025
Latest MOT test
18 Apr 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

V43 FBV was last recorded at 205,108 miles on 18 Apr 2024, 2,288 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Apr 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
202,820 miles · 17 Apr 2023
Between the last two tests
2,288 miles
Average per year
6,407 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 205,108 miles
  • 2023 – 202,820 miles
  • 2022 – 200,819 miles
  • 2021 – 198,969 miles
  • 2020 – 197,266 miles
  • 2019 – 194,706 miles
  • 2018 – 185,266 miles
  • 2017 – 175,656 miles
  • 2016 – 165,265 miles
  • 2015 – 154,525 miles
  • 2013 – 145,938 miles
  • 2012 – 141,882 miles
  • 2011 – 137,609 miles
  • 2010 – 134,700 miles
  • 2009 – 120,759 miles
  • 2008 – 107,047 miles
  • 2007 – 99,131 miles
  • 2006 – 89,883 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass205,108 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced general underside corrosion, withstood CAT (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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.

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • MIL not working

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wish bone rear bush cracking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front fog lamp not working

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wish bone rear bush cracking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

25 tests since 24 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass205,108 miles (+2,288)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    205,108 miles
    Test number
    365547239729
    • AdvisoryCentral Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced general underside corrosion, withstood CAT (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass202,820 miles (+2,001)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    202,820 miles
    Test number
    333650044534
    • AdvisoryCentral Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer wing corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced general underside corrosion,withstood CAT (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass200,819 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    200,819 miles
    Test number
    639630069578
    • AdvisoryCentral Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Fail200,819 miles (+1,850)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    200,819 miles
    Test number
    462485725805
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass198,969 miles (+1,703)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    198,969 miles
    Test number
    544360313467
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush, both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underside corrosion

  6. Pass197,266 miles (+2,560)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    197,266 miles
    Test number
    161419446190
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wing starting to corrode
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass194,706 miles (+3)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    194,706 miles
    Test number
    302434266336
    • AdvisoryMIL not working
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wish bone rear bush cracking (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front fog lamp not working
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wish bone rear bush cracking (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage pipe switch (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust box corroded

  8. Fail194,703 miles (+9,437)1 dangerous2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    194,703 miles
    Test number
    961881928583
    • DangerousFront Exhaust shield missing where fitted as original equipment creating a risk of fire (6.1.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryMIL not working
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wish bone rear bush cracking (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front fog lamp not working
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wish bone rear bush cracking (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage pipe switch (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust box corroded

  9. Pass185,266 miles (+21)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2019
    Odometer
    185,266 miles
    Test number
    233835724805
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs corroded (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded pipe to hose (3.6.B.2c)

  10. Fail185,245 miles (+9,589)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,245 miles
    Test number
    530934261670
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs corroded (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded pipe to hose (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Pass175,656 miles (+10,391)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2018
    Odometer
    175,656 miles
    Test number
    437876684056
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre damaged
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  12. Pass165,265 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    165,265 miles
    Test number
    637541047009
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted obscuring some components

  13. Fail165,259 miles (+10,734)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,259 miles
    Test number
    689150008630
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure link securing bolt loose (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted obscuring some components

  14. Pass154,525 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    154,525 miles
    Test number
    225133515489
    • AdvisoryRear Trailing arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  15. Fail154,525 miles (+8,587)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,525 miles
    Test number
    305173915192
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Trailing arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass145,938 miles (+4,056)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    145,938 miles
    Test number
    698631533381
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear Trailing arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass141,882 miles (+4,273)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    141,882 miles
    Test number
    177529962273
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  18. Pass137,609 miles (+2,909)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    137,609 miles
    Test number
    377950681295
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteBoth front discs worn

  19. Pass134,700 miles (+13,941)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    134,700 miles
    Test number
    481570780222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass120,759 miles (+13,712)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    120,759 miles
    Test number
    734693989194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass107,047 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    107,047 miles
    Test number
    314376578194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail107,047 miles (+7,916)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,047 miles
    Test number
    360646778146
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  23. Pass99,131 miles (+9,248)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    99,131 miles
    Test number
    383646817198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail89,883 miles1 repaired4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,883 miles
    Test number
    103094416176
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteAir bag warning lamp staying on
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre
    • NoteOil leak

  25. Pass89,883 miles4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    89,883 miles
    Test number
    153954016174
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteAir bag warning lamp staying on
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre
    • NoteOil leak

Questions about V43 FBV

Does V43 FBV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V43 FBV expired on 22 Apr 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V43 FBV?
The MOT on V43 FBV expired on 22 Apr 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V43 FBV done?
V43 FBV was recorded at 205,108 miles at its MOT on 18 Apr 2024, an average of 6,407 miles a year.
Has V43 FBV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V43 FBV has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Apr 2022.
Has the mileage on V43 FBV 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 V43 FBV find?
V43 FBV passed its latest MOT on 18 Apr 2024 with 6 advisories: central upper stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working; front brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides; front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides, and 3 more.

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