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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Petrol · 2000 · 1,600 cc

V681 MBLMOT history

V681 MBL is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 10 Jan 2000. Its MOT expired on 7 Aug 2026 and it has passed 9 of 11 MOT tests, with 171,109 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Aug 2025.

V681 MBL silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 7 Aug 2026
Mileage
171,109 mi
At MOT on 1 Aug 2025
MOT tests
11
9 passed · 2 failed
Per year
3,563 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V681 MBL
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
10 Jan 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Aug 2026
Latest MOT test
1 Aug 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

V681 MBL was last recorded at 171,109 miles on 1 Aug 2025, 7 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
171,102 miles · 29 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
7 miles
Average per year
3,563 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 171,109 miles
  • 2024 – 165,081 miles
  • 2011 – 162,052 miles
  • 2010 – 151,520 miles
  • 2009 – 141,479 miles
  • 2008 – 131,774 miles
  • 2007 – 122,158 miles
  • 2006 – 112,176 miles
  • 2005 – 101,157 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass171,109 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Front passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Shock absorbers has light misting of oil all four shocks

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

11 tests since 13 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass171,109 miles (+7)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    171,109 miles
    Test number
    505123066091
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  2. Fail171,102 miles (+6,021)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,102 miles
    Test number
    714563929839
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  3. Pass165,081 miles (+8)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    165,081 miles
    Test number
    966437396766
    • MinorNearside Rear Front passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has light misting of oil all four shocks (5.3.2 (b))
  4. Fail165,073 miles (+3,021)3 dangerous6 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,073 miles
    Test number
    672351126966
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Front passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has light misting of oil all four shocks (5.3.2 (b))
  5. Pass162,052 miles (+10,532)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    162,052 miles
    Test number
    369942691254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass151,520 miles (+10,041)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    151,520 miles
    Test number
    302247810377

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass141,479 miles (+9,705)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    141,479 miles
    Test number
    933507219320

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass131,774 miles (+9,616)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    131,774 miles
    Test number
    104617848313

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass122,158 miles (+9,982)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    122,158 miles
    Test number
    331092457369
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAir bag light on
  10. Pass112,176 miles (+11,019)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    112,176 miles
    Test number
    712714756372

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass101,157 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    101,157 miles
    Test number
    480097745497

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V681 MBL

Does V681 MBL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V681 MBL expired on 7 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V681 MBL?
The MOT on V681 MBL expired on 7 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V681 MBL done?
V681 MBL was recorded at 171,109 miles at its MOT on 1 Aug 2025, an average of 3,563 miles a year.
Has V681 MBL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V681 MBL has failed 2 of its 11 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on V681 MBL 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 V681 MBL find?
V681 MBL passed its latest MOT on 1 Aug 2025 with 1 advisory: rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened.

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