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Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,595 cc

V690 DYDMOT history

V690 DYD is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 20 Oct 1999. Its MOT expired on 3 Jan 2023 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 120,703 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Jan 2022.

V690 DYD black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 3 Jan 2023
Mileage
120,703 mi
At MOT on 4 Jan 2022
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,950 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V690 DYD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
20 Oct 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Jan 2023
Latest MOT test
4 Jan 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

V690 DYD was last recorded at 120,703 miles on 4 Jan 2022, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Dec 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
120,700 miles · 21 Dec 2021
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
3,950 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 120,703 miles
  • 2021 – 120,700 miles
  • 2020 – 117,168 miles
  • 2019 – 116,385 miles
  • 2018 – 115,530 miles
  • 2017 – 114,583 miles
  • 2016 – 113,711 miles
  • 2015 – 112,548 miles
  • 2013 – 111,115 miles
  • 2011 – 101,349 miles
  • 2010 – 94,382 miles
  • 2009 – 88,601 miles
  • 2008 – 81,250 miles
  • 2007 – 73,623 miles
  • 2006 – 65,521 miles
  • 2005 – 56,464 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass120,703 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases middle section (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021

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.

  • Battery insecure

    Failure3 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin n/s and o/s

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Front Position lamp incorrect colour n/s and o/s

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass120,703 miles (+3)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    120,703 miles
    Test number
    308521891122
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases middle section (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail120,700 miles (+3,532)1 dangerous1 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,700 miles
    Test number
    856533896159
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases middle section (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass117,168 miles (+783)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    117,168 miles
    Test number
    522586678265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass116,385 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    116,385 miles
    Test number
    560887491178
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear perished (10 year old tyres) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Fail116,385 miles (+855)2 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,385 miles
    Test number
    518586468371
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear perished (10 year old tyres) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass115,530 miles (+4)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2019
    Odometer
    115,530 miles
    Test number
    346506336000
    • MinorFront Position lamp incorrect colour n/s and o/s (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin n/s and o/s (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside sills are slightly corroded

  7. Fail115,526 miles (+943)4 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,526 miles
    Test number
    966435964998
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp incorrect colour (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp incorrect colour (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorFront Position lamp incorrect colour n/s and o/s (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin n/s and o/s (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside sills are slightly corroded

  8. Pass114,583 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    114,583 miles
    Test number
    465506600419
    • AdvisoryBrake discs poor condition
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a few minor leaks
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads low

  9. Fail114,582 miles (+871)6 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,582 miles
    Test number
    983392587259
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureFront Brake servo vacuum pipe deteriorated (3.6.C.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryBrake discs poor condition
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a few minor leaks
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads low

  10. Pass113,711 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    113,711 miles
    Test number
    296127833054
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads very close to limit
    • AdvisorySmall exhaust leak

  11. Fail113,710 miles (+1,162)7 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,710 miles
    Test number
    678346921871
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads very close to limit
    • AdvisorySmall exhaust leak

  12. Pass112,548 miles (+1,433)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    112,548 miles
    Test number
    755698505103
    • NoteBattery loose but not insecure.
    • NoteO/s/f tyre wearing on both inner and outter tread edges and tyre is on the legal limit.
    • NotePlay detected within both front upper strut mounts.
    • NoteSlight gas leak detected from exhaust centre.

  13. Pass111,115 miles (+3)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    111,115 miles
    Test number
    598545293242
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  14. Fail111,112 miles (+9,763)1 dangerous6 failures2 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,112 miles
    Test number
    656331893233
    • DangerousNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass101,349 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    101,349 miles
    Test number
    915630181237
    • NoteWindscreen has damage but outside the swept area

  16. Fail101,349 miles (+6,967)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,349 miles
    Test number
    296230081241
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteWindscreen has damage but outside the swept area

  17. Fail94,382 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,382 miles
    Test number
    194734570226
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  18. Pass94,382 miles (+5,781)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    94,382 miles
    Test number
    792794870254
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  19. Pass88,601 miles (+7,351)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    88,601 miles
    Test number
    413643379251
    • NoteFRONT TYRES CLOSE TO LIMIT
    • NoteREAR TYRES BADLY PERISHED(185/60/14)

  20. Pass81,250 miles (+7,627)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    81,250 miles
    Test number
    464180968275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass73,623 miles (+8,102)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    73,623 miles
    Test number
    800034367270
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  22. Pass65,521 miles (+9,057)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    65,521 miles
    Test number
    893908766246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass56,464 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    56,464 miles
    Test number
    961003375264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V690 DYD

Does V690 DYD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V690 DYD expired on 3 Jan 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V690 DYD?
The MOT on V690 DYD expired on 3 Jan 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V690 DYD done?
V690 DYD was recorded at 120,703 miles at its MOT on 4 Jan 2022, an average of 3,950 miles a year.
Has V690 DYD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V690 DYD has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Dec 2021.
Has the mileage on V690 DYD 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 V690 DYD find?
V690 DYD passed its latest MOT on 4 Jan 2022 with 2 minor defects and 2 advisories: nearside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; offside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases middle section, and 1 more.

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