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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 2,000 cc

V642 KMYMOT history

V642 KMY is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 24 Sept 1999. Its MOT is valid until 30 Jun 2027 and it has passed 21 of 29 MOT tests, with 142,257 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Jun 2026.

V642 KMY silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 30 Jun 2027
Mileage
142,257 mi
At MOT on 3 Jun 2026
MOT tests
29
21 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,303 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V642 KMY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,000 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
24 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V642 KMY was last recorded at 142,257 miles on 3 Jun 2026, 833 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
141,424 miles · 1 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
833 miles
Average per year
5,303 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 142,257 miles
  • 2025 – 141,424 miles
  • 2024 – 141,415 miles
  • 2023 – 141,398 miles
  • 2022 – 141,318 miles
  • 2021 – 129,316 miles
  • 2020 – 124,854 miles
  • 2019 – 117,457 miles
  • 2018 – 112,642 miles
  • 2017 – 103,261 miles
  • 2016 – 83,802 miles
  • 2014 – 71,085 miles
  • 2013 – 66,793 miles
  • 2012 – 64,850 miles
  • 2011 – 62,134 miles
  • 2010 – 58,653 miles
  • 2009 – 54,274 miles
  • 2008 – 49,910 miles
  • 2007 – 45,946 miles
  • 2006 – 41,209 miles
  • 2005 – 32,622 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass142,257 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryAll underside component parts have light surface corrosion

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 Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Position lamp incorrect colour

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Movement in nearside front steering rack

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Movement in nearside front top mount

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

29 tests since 30 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass142,257 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    142,257 miles
    Test number
    291718734668
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryAll underside component parts have light surface corrosion
  2. Fail142,257 miles (+833)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,257 miles
    Test number
    676572781555
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryAll underside component parts have light surface corrosion
  3. Pass141,424 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    141,424 miles
    Test number
    696369397947
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
  4. Fail141,422 miles (+7)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,422 miles
    Test number
    683556167742
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
  5. Pass141,415 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    141,415 miles
    Test number
    379180721413

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass141,398 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    141,398 miles
    Test number
    446434594777
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rusty (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  7. Fail141,398 miles (+80)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,398 miles
    Test number
    314648261829
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rusty (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  8. Pass141,318 miles (+13)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    141,318 miles
    Test number
    878954576362
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryMovement in nearside front steering rack
    • AdvisoryMovement in nearside front top mount
  9. Fail141,305 miles (+11,989)1 dangerous3 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,305 miles
    Test number
    714700422487
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryMovement in nearside front steering rack
    • AdvisoryMovement in nearside front top mount
  10. Pass129,316 miles (+3)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    129,316 miles
    Test number
    672199571106
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear handbrake cable corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  11. Fail129,313 miles (+4,459)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,313 miles
    Test number
    756635061122
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  12. Pass124,854 miles (+7,397)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    124,854 miles
    Test number
    976680677233
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm, on outer tread. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both rear springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  13. Pass117,457 miles (+4,815)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    117,457 miles
    Test number
    673851447449
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front tyre treads worn to 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner track control arm has slight play
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner track control arm has play in joint
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded Coroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Starting to perish (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  14. Pass112,642 miles (+9,381)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    112,642 miles
    Test number
    869610901679
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel has slight play
    • AdvisoryBrake wear light on dash but pads are ok
  15. Pass103,261 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    103,261 miles
    Test number
    660360608757

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail103,261 miles (+19,459)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,261 miles
    Test number
    975525460364
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
  17. Pass83,802 miles (+12,717)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    83,802 miles
    Test number
    566642316850
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (2.4.G.2)
  18. Pass71,085 miles (+4,292)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    71,085 miles
    Test number
    336960294251
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
  19. Pass66,793 miles (+1,943)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    66,793 miles
    Test number
    296384183217
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
  20. Pass64,850 miles (+2,716)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    64,850 miles
    Test number
    687586582287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass62,134 miles (+3,481)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    62,134 miles
    Test number
    305370181275
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
  22. Pass58,653 miles (+4,379)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    58,653 miles
    Test number
    603040680281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass54,274 miles (+4,364)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    54,274 miles
    Test number
    550501289281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass49,910 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    49,910 miles
    Test number
    944203888279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail49,910 miles (+3,964)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,910 miles
    Test number
    320032788261
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
  26. Pass45,946 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    45,946 miles
    Test number
    201208677272
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  27. Fail45,946 miles (+4,737)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,946 miles
    Test number
    392615577281
    • FailureNearside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  28. Pass41,209 miles (+8,587)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    41,209 miles
    Test number
    150169076249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass32,622 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    32,622 miles
    Test number
    372283075218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V642 KMY

Does V642 KMY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V642 KMY is valid until 30 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on V642 KMY?
The MOT on V642 KMY is valid until 30 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V642 KMY done?
V642 KMY was recorded at 142,257 miles at its MOT on 3 Jun 2026, an average of 5,303 miles a year.
Has V642 KMY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V642 KMY has failed 8 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on V642 KMY 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 V642 KMY find?
V642 KMY passed its latest MOT on 3 Jun 2026 with 3 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; all underside component parts have light surface corrosion.

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