Volkswagen Golf
Red · Petrol · 2003 · 1,781 cc
V700 ALWMOT history
V700 ALW is a red petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 27 Jun 2003. Its MOT is valid until 29 Jan 2027 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 149,699 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jan 2026.
- MOT
- Valid
- Until 29 Jan 2027
- Mileage
- 149,699 mi
- At MOT on 30 Jan 2026
- MOT tests
- 26
- 19 passed · 7 failed
- Per year
- 5,734 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- V700 ALW
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- Volkswagen
- Model
- Golf
- Colour
- Red
- Fuel type
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 1,781 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2003
- First used
- 27 Jun 2003
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 29 Jan 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 30 Jan 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
V700 ALW was last recorded at 149,699 miles on 30 Jan 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jan 2026.
- Previous MOT
- 149,697 miles · 29 Jan 2026
- Between the last two tests
- 2 miles
- Average per year
- 5,734 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 149,699 miles
- 2025 – 138,864 miles
- 2024 – 129,430 miles
- 2022 – 126,898 miles
- 2021 – 124,459 miles
- 2019 – 118,143 miles
- 2018 – 109,819 miles
- 2017 – 100,999 miles
- 2016 – 94,880 miles
- 2015 – 88,174 miles
- 2014 – 82,892 miles
- 2013 – 78,616 miles
- 2012 – 73,328 miles
- 2011 – 68,387 miles
- 2010 – 62,120 miles
- 2009 – 56,331 miles
- 2008 – 51,130 miles
- 2007 – 44,716 miles
- 2006 – 37,254 miles
What the latest MOT found
Pass149,699 miles
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryRear suspension components corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
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 Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt
Major2 MOTs, 2019–2026
Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated
Advisory2 MOTs, 2019
Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated
Advisory2 MOTs, 2019
Full MOT history
26 tests since 17 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass149,699 miles (+2)5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 29 Jan 2027
- Odometer
- 149,699 miles
- Test number
- 967181340638
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear suspension components corroded
Fail149,697 miles (+10,833)5 major2 minor5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 149,697 miles
- Test number
- 855320675885
- MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
- MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
- MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to front (1.1.11 (c))
- MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
- MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear suspension components corroded
Pass138,864 miles (+9,434)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 14 Jan 2026
- Odometer
- 138,864 miles
- Test number
- 275227561034
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material From flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material To flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material From flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material To flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))
Pass129,430 miles (+2,532)
- MOT expiry
- 2 Jan 2025
- Odometer
- 129,430 miles
- Test number
- 288829480304
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass126,898 miles (+2,439)5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 18 Dec 2023
- Odometer
- 126,898 miles
- Test number
- 154285384329
- AdvisoryBonnet handle broken
- AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front tyres are close to legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both rear shocks corroded (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear tyres are close to legal limit and cracking (5.2.3 (e))
Pass124,459 miles (+6,316)5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 10 Nov 2022
- Odometer
- 124,459 miles
- Test number
- 531610141910
- AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Pass118,143 miles (+400)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 15 Jan 2021
- Odometer
- 118,143 miles
- Test number
- 865801545549
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Fail117,743 miles (+7,924)6 major2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 117,743 miles
- Test number
- 632493283941
- MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
- MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
- MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
- 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))
- MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
Pass109,819 miles (+8,820)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 8 May 2019
- Odometer
- 109,819 miles
- Test number
- 879769132114
- AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit both tyres (4.1.E.1)
Pass100,999 miles2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 3 May 2018
- Odometer
- 100,999 miles
- Test number
- 611130988519
- AdvisoryNearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
Fail100,999 miles (+6,119)2 repaired2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 100,999 miles
- Test number
- 841045451208
- Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- AdvisoryNearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
Pass94,880 miles (+6,706)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 13 Apr 2017
- Odometer
- 94,880 miles
- Test number
- 935555061856
- AdvisoryOSR brake slightly stuck on
- AdvisoryCentre exhaust box slightly corroded
Pass88,174 miles1 note
- MOT expiry
- 13 Apr 2016
- Odometer
- 88,174 miles
- Test number
- 167615785042
- NoteCentre exhaust pipe slightly corroded
Fail88,174 miles (+5,282)1 failure1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 88,174 miles
- Test number
- 256975385059
- FailureOffside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
- NoteCentre exhaust pipe slightly corroded
Pass82,892 miles (+4,276)1 advisory2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 13 Apr 2015
- Odometer
- 82,892 miles
- Test number
- 188187074060
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- NoteOil leak
- NoteCentre exhaust box starting to corrode
Pass78,616 miles (+5,288)
- MOT expiry
- 13 Apr 2014
- Odometer
- 78,616 miles
- Test number
- 926141303164
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass73,328 miles (+33)
- MOT expiry
- 13 Apr 2013
- Odometer
- 73,328 miles
- Test number
- 219455102401
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail73,295 miles (+4,908)1 failure
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 73,295 miles
- Test number
- 447030002189
- FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
Pass68,387 miles (+6,267)
- MOT expiry
- 2 Apr 2012
- Odometer
- 68,387 miles
- Test number
- 195698481423
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass62,120 miles (+3)
- MOT expiry
- 2 Apr 2011
- Odometer
- 62,120 miles
- Test number
- 433151290059
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail62,117 miles (+5,786)1 failure
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 62,117 miles
- Test number
- 142590090097
- FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
Pass56,331 miles (+5,201)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 2 Apr 2010
- Odometer
- 56,331 miles
- Test number
- 151043499015
- AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Pass51,130 miles (+6,414)
- MOT expiry
- 2 Apr 2009
- Odometer
- 51,130 miles
- Test number
- 123718188005
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass44,716 miles (+7,462)
- MOT expiry
- 2 Apr 2008
- Odometer
- 44,716 miles
- Test number
- 131393597434
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass37,254 miles (+59)
- MOT expiry
- 27 Jun 2007
- Odometer
- 37,254 miles
- Test number
- 681121176128
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail37,195 miles2 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 37,195 miles
- Test number
- 491608466147
- FailureBrake lever has abnormal movement of levers indicating maladjustment (3.5.1f)
- FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
Questions about V700 ALW
- Does V700 ALW currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V700 ALW is valid until 29 Jan 2027.
- When is the MOT due on V700 ALW?
- The MOT on V700 ALW 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 V700 ALW done?
- V700 ALW was recorded at 149,699 miles at its MOT on 30 Jan 2026, an average of 5,734 miles a year.
- Has V700 ALW ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. V700 ALW has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jan 2026.
- Has the mileage on V700 ALW 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 V700 ALW find?
- V700 ALW passed its latest MOT on 30 Jan 2026 with 5 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside front play in steering rack inner joint(s); nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 2 more.
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