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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2015 · 1,598 cc

V5 FLEMOT history

V5 FLE is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 20 Nov 2015. Its MOT is valid until 5 Feb 2027 and it has passed 8 of 10 MOT tests, with 83,146 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Feb 2026.

V5 FLE black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 5 Feb 2027
Mileage
83,146 mi
At MOT on 6 Feb 2026
MOT tests
10
8 passed · 2 failed
Per year
6,801 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V5 FLE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2015
First used
20 Nov 2015
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V5 FLE was last recorded at 83,146 miles on 6 Feb 2026, 9,491 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
73,655 miles · 24 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
9,491 miles
Average per year
6,801 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 83,146 miles
  • 2025 – 73,655 miles
  • 2024 – 61,946 miles
  • 2023 – 55,350 miles
  • 2022 – 46,796 miles
  • 2021 – 43,673 miles
  • 2020 – 40,406 miles
  • 2018 – 33,822 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass83,146 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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 Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2020

Full MOT history

10 tests since 6 Nov 2018, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass83,146 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    83,146 miles
    Test number
    200875550123
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Fail83,146 miles (+9,491)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,146 miles
    Test number
    216505518676
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass73,655 miles (+11,709)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    73,655 miles
    Test number
    530323340140
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass61,946 miles (+6,596)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    61,946 miles
    Test number
    943281213027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass55,350 miles (+8,554)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    55,350 miles
    Test number
    764008200065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass46,796 miles (+3,123)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    46,796 miles
    Test number
    112918399175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass43,673 miles (+3,267)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    43,673 miles
    Test number
    360175799713

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass40,406 miles (+6,584)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    40,406 miles
    Test number
    262304152366
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Pass33,822 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    33,822 miles
    Test number
    343293637989
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both rear slightly damp at top (5.3.2 (b))

  10. Fail33,822 miles1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,822 miles
    Test number
    177468869093
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both rear slightly damp at top (5.3.2 (b))

Questions about V5 FLE

Does V5 FLE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V5 FLE is valid until 5 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on V5 FLE?
The MOT on V5 FLE is valid until 5 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V5 FLE done?
V5 FLE was recorded at 83,146 miles at its MOT on 6 Feb 2026, an average of 6,801 miles a year.
Has V5 FLE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V5 FLE has failed 2 of its 10 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on V5 FLE 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 V5 FLE find?
V5 FLE passed its latest MOT on 6 Feb 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil.

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