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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Petrol · 2000 · 1,600 cc

V657 LANMOT history

V657 LAN is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 2 Feb 2000. Its MOT is valid until 29 Jan 2027 and it has passed 21 of 31 MOT tests, with 75,801 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Jan 2026.

V657 LAN silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 29 Jan 2027
Mileage
75,801 mi
At MOT on 28 Jan 2026
MOT tests
31
21 passed · 10 failed
Per year
1,524 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V657 LAN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,600 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
2 Feb 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V657 LAN was last recorded at 75,801 miles on 28 Jan 2026, 949 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
74,852 miles · 22 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
949 miles
Average per year
1,524 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 75,801 miles
  • 2025 – 74,852 miles
  • 2024 – 74,112 miles
  • 2023 – 73,388 miles
  • 2022 – 72,597 miles
  • 2021 – 71,591 miles
  • 2020 – 70,663 miles
  • 2019 – 69,681 miles
  • 2018 – 67,945 miles
  • 2017 – 66,976 miles
  • 2016 – 66,185 miles
  • 2015 – 65,391 miles
  • 2014 – 64,523 miles
  • 2013 – 63,467 miles
  • 2012 – 62,303 miles
  • 2011 – 61,290 miles
  • 2010 – 59,621 miles
  • 2009 – 56,383 miles
  • 2008 – 53,087 miles
  • 2007 – 49,875 miles
  • 2006 – 45,273 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass75,801 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryAir leak slightly

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.

  • Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

31 tests since 18 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass75,801 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    75,801 miles
    Test number
    545254241653
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAir leak slightly

  2. Fail75,801 miles (+949)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,801 miles
    Test number
    580262535103
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed Due to emitting black smoke during acceleration and having an engine misfire (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust emits clearly visible black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass74,852 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    74,852 miles
    Test number
    118543752309
    • AdvisoryAll brake hoses perish
    • AdvisoryAll underbody and components corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront discs slightly discoloured
    • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Both (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle has slight misfire

  4. Fail74,852 miles (+740)1 dangerous1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,852 miles
    Test number
    779394707454
    • DangerousRear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll brake hoses perish
    • AdvisoryAll underbody and components corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront discs slightly discoloured
    • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Both (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle has slight misfire

  5. Pass74,112 miles (+724)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    74,112 miles
    Test number
    612947717316
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAll brake hoses slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryEngine appears to have slight misfire / run rough
    • AdvisoryRear axle bushes worn

  6. Pass73,388 miles (+791)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    73,388 miles
    Test number
    382377010058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass72,597 miles (+1,006)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    72,597 miles
    Test number
    411508346147
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front window regulator faulty

  8. Pass71,591 miles (+928)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    71,591 miles
    Test number
    372354520591

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass70,663 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    70,663 miles
    Test number
    731538430345
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Fail70,662 miles (+981)2 major4 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,662 miles
    Test number
    925809011492
    • MajorCentral Front Hazard warning switch inoperative LIGHTS COME ON BUT DO NOT FLASHING AT ALL (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Front Indicator switch inoperative LIGHTS COME ON BUT DO NOT FLASHING AT ALL (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front All direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute LIGHTS COME ON BUT DO NOT FLASHING AT ALL (4.4.4 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear All direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute LIGHTS COME ON BUT DO NOT FLASHING AT ALL (4.4.4 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front All direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute LIGHTS COME ON BUT DO NOT FLASHING AT ALL (4.4.4 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear All direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute LIGHTS COME ON BUT DO NOT FLASHING AT ALL (4.4.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass69,681 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    69,681 miles
    Test number
    495788085143
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front top mount slight play
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also cracked on inner side wall (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front top mount slight play
    • AdvisoryEngine idle problem at time of test
    • AdvisoryTemperature gauge not working

  12. Fail69,681 miles (+1,736)1 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,681 miles
    Test number
    529489411502
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front top mount slight play
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also cracked on inner side wall (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front top mount slight play
    • AdvisoryEngine idle problem at time of test
    • AdvisoryTemperature gauge not working

  13. Pass67,945 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    67,945 miles
    Test number
    321068296814

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail67,945 miles (+969)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,945 miles
    Test number
    625864340561
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  15. Pass66,976 miles (+791)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    66,976 miles
    Test number
    912280184076
    • AdvisoryAuxhilery belt cracked
    • AdvisoryCoolant level low
    • AdvisoryEngine temp guage not working

  16. Pass66,185 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    66,185 miles
    Test number
    338999523801
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Fail66,184 miles (+793)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,184 miles
    Test number
    980310232181
    • FailureNearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Pass65,391 miles5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    65,391 miles
    Test number
    758300625051
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • NoteN/S/R tyre perished
    • NoteO/S/R tyre perished

  19. Fail65,391 miles (+868)3 failures5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,391 miles
    Test number
    375099515035
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • NoteN/S/R tyre perished
    • NoteO/S/R tyre perished

  20. Pass64,523 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    64,523 miles
    Test number
    715280224009
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteBattery cover fitted
    • NoteCentre silencer mounting broken

  21. Fail64,523 miles (+1,056)4 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,523 miles
    Test number
    655600624035
    • FailureDirection indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureHazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)
    • FailureHazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteBattery cover fitted
    • NoteCentre silencer mounting broken

  22. Pass63,467 miles (+1,164)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    63,467 miles
    Test number
    168196813092
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

  23. Pass62,303 miles (+1,013)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    62,303 miles
    Test number
    197271122073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass61,290 miles (+1,669)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    61,290 miles
    Test number
    129202821030
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  25. Fail59,621 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,621 miles
    Test number
    371859110087
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  26. Pass59,621 miles (+3,238)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    59,621 miles
    Test number
    403799010038
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  27. Pass56,383 miles (+3,296)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    56,383 miles
    Test number
    514650529012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail53,087 miles5 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,087 miles
    Test number
    293722028076
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  29. Pass53,087 miles (+3,212)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    53,087 miles
    Test number
    422372628022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass49,875 miles (+4,602)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    49,875 miles
    Test number
    233932127068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass45,273 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    45,273 miles
    Test number
    151688716445
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about V657 LAN

Does V657 LAN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V657 LAN is valid until 29 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on V657 LAN?
The MOT on V657 LAN is valid until 29 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V657 LAN done?
V657 LAN was recorded at 75,801 miles at its MOT on 28 Jan 2026, an average of 1,524 miles a year.
Has V657 LAN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V657 LAN has failed 10 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on V657 LAN 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 V657 LAN find?
V657 LAN passed its latest MOT on 28 Jan 2026 with 2 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive; air leak slightly.

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