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Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,595 cc

V690 FPFMOT history

V690 FPF is a green petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 1 Jan 2000. Its MOT is valid until 6 Mar 2027 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 117,287 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Mar 2026.

V690 FPF green Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 6 Mar 2027
Mileage
117,287 mi
At MOT on 7 Mar 2026
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
3,979 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V690 FPF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Jan 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V690 FPF was last recorded at 117,287 miles on 7 Mar 2026, 55 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Feb 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 18 Jan 2024: 98,697 miles, lower than 972,976 miles on 30 Dec 2021.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
117,232 miles · 17 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
55 miles
Average per year
3,979 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 117,287 miles
  • 2025 – 106,309 miles
  • 2024 – 98,697 miles
  • 2021 – 972,976 miles
  • 2020 – 95,571 miles
  • 2019 – 91,929 miles
  • 2018 – 85,702 miles
  • 2017 – 80,199 miles
  • 2016 – 77,744 miles
  • 2015 – 75,918 miles
  • 2014 – 72,793 miles
  • 2013 – 69,723 miles
  • 2012 – 66,218 miles
  • 2011 – 62,467 miles
  • 2010 – 58,488 miles
  • 2009 – 54,347 miles
  • 2008 – 49,531 miles
  • 2007 – 44,642 miles
  • 2006 – 40,788 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass117,287 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive

    Major2 MOTs, 2026

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2026

  • Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt split and leaking grease (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

30 tests since 15 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass117,287 miles (+55)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    117,287 miles
    Test number
    380143372102
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail117,232 miles (+12)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,232 miles
    Test number
    855832658756
    • MajorExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail117,220 miles (+10,911)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,220 miles
    Test number
    344503816651
    • MajorCentral Front Windscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass106,309 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    106,309 miles
    Test number
    784552588602

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail106,307 miles (+7,610)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,307 miles
    Test number
    404156408725
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass98,697 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    98,697 miles
    Test number
    926405760672
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail98,697 miles (-874,279)11 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,697 miles
    Test number
    376520127142
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass972,976 miles (+877,405)
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    972,976 miles
    Test number
    257312751315

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass95,571 miles (+3,642)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    95,571 miles
    Test number
    951898084633
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass91,929 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    91,929 miles
    Test number
    795611413335
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail91,929 miles (+6,227)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,929 miles
    Test number
    644646865069
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass85,702 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    85,702 miles
    Test number
    458014680710

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail85,702 miles (+5,503)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,702 miles
    Test number
    606102525751
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass80,199 miles (+2,455)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    80,199 miles
    Test number
    248787498069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass77,744 miles (+1,826)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    77,744 miles
    Test number
    101830940167
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt leaking grease (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt leaking grease (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  16. Pass75,918 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    75,918 miles
    Test number
    379171342737
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt split and leaking grease (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt split and leaking grease (2.5.C.1a)

  17. Fail75,918 miles (+3,125)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,918 miles
    Test number
    157295722527
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer sidewall (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt split and leaking grease (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt split and leaking grease (2.5.C.1a)

  18. Pass72,793 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    72,793 miles
    Test number
    637983354367
    • NoteDeformation of outer sidewall of nearside front tyre
    • NoteMovement in both rear axle mounting bushes
    • NoteNearside rear tyre tread depth 2.2mm

  19. Fail72,793 miles (+3,070)2 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,793 miles
    Test number
    447076044440
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • NoteDeformation of outer sidewall of nearside front tyre
    • NoteMovement in both rear axle mounting bushes
    • NoteNearside rear tyre tread depth 2.2mm

  20. Pass69,723 miles (+6)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    69,723 miles
    Test number
    929245653339
    • NoteNearside rear tyre 2.5mm
    • NoteOffside rear tyre 2.7mm

  21. Fail69,717 miles (+3,499)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,717 miles
    Test number
    367142953341
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre 2.5mm
    • NoteOffside rear tyre 2.7mm

  22. Pass66,218 miles (+29)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    66,218 miles
    Test number
    317794452365
    • NoteBoth rear brake discs worn and pitted

  23. Fail66,189 miles (+3,722)6 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,189 miles
    Test number
    499329442426
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteBoth rear brake discs worn and pitted
    • NoteSome movement in the nearside axle mounting bush

  24. Pass62,467 miles (+3,979)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    62,467 miles
    Test number
    186833241332
    • NoteBoth front tyres tread depth 1.8mm inner quarters. Legal limit 1.6mm
    • NoteSome movement in both the rear axle mounting bushes.
    • NoteWear and pitting both rear brake discs

  25. Pass58,488 miles (+4,141)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    58,488 miles
    Test number
    440385140407

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass54,347 miles (+4,816)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    54,347 miles
    Test number
    601443349309

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass49,531 miles (+4,889)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    49,531 miles
    Test number
    334178748371

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass44,642 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    44,642 miles
    Test number
    233281057353

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail44,642 miles (+3,854)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,642 miles
    Test number
    564381357349
    • Repaired at testInner Front Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

  30. Pass40,788 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    40,788 miles
    Test number
    274499246377

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V690 FPF

Does V690 FPF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V690 FPF is valid until 6 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on V690 FPF?
The MOT on V690 FPF is valid until 6 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V690 FPF done?
V690 FPF was recorded at 117,287 miles at its MOT on 7 Mar 2026, an average of 3,979 miles a year.
Has V690 FPF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V690 FPF has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on V690 FPF ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 18 Jan 2024. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on V690 FPF find?
V690 FPF passed its latest MOT on 7 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: offside front headlamp lens slightly defective; central front oil leak, but not excessive; offside front coil spring corroded, and 1 more.

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