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Volkswagen Golf

Red · Diesel · 2000 · 1,900 cc

V712 DSNMOT history

V712 DSN is a red diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 22 Jan 2000. Its MOT expired on 10 Apr 2025 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 89,631 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Apr 2024.

V712 DSN red Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 10 Apr 2025
Mileage
89,631 mi
At MOT on 10 Apr 2024
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,936 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V712 DSN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,900 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
22 Jan 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Apr 2025
Latest MOT test
10 Apr 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

V712 DSN was last recorded at 89,631 miles on 10 Apr 2024, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Apr 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
89,627 miles · 9 Apr 2024
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
3,936 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 89,631 miles
  • 2023 – 86,791 miles
  • 2022 – 82,644 miles
  • 2020 – 78,782 miles
  • 2019 – 75,393 miles
  • 2018 – 73,663 miles
  • 2017 – 71,365 miles
  • 2015 – 68,907 miles
  • 2014 – 60,560 miles
  • 2013 – 55,798 miles
  • 2012 – 53,047 miles
  • 2011 – 50,030 miles
  • 2010 – 45,237 miles
  • 2009 – 40,602 miles
  • 2008 – 32,553 miles
  • 2007 – 24,605 miles
  • 2006 – 17,847 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass89,631 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

27 tests since 13 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass89,631 miles (+4)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    89,631 miles
    Test number
    730429075603
    • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail89,627 miles (+2,836)1 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,627 miles
    Test number
    855622904081
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass86,791 miles (+4,147)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    86,791 miles
    Test number
    118371579628

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass82,644 miles (+3,862)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    82,644 miles
    Test number
    419814946972
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass78,782 miles (+1,638)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    78,782 miles
    Test number
    668108345571
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass77,144 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    77,144 miles
    Test number
    292712865987

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail77,144 miles (+1,751)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,144 miles
    Test number
    764022562493
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  8. Pass75,393 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    75,393 miles
    Test number
    311481332635

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail75,393 miles (+1,730)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,393 miles
    Test number
    839966409125
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  10. Pass73,663 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    73,663 miles
    Test number
    596255036470

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail73,663 miles (+2,298)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,663 miles
    Test number
    220629595626
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  12. Pass71,365 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    71,365 miles
    Test number
    889289237518

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail71,365 miles (+2,458)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,365 miles
    Test number
    575302005634
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  14. Pass68,907 miles (+3,645)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    68,907 miles
    Test number
    834188549079
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion both outer sills (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass65,262 miles (+4,702)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    65,262 miles
    Test number
    556876705029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass60,560 miles (+4,762)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    60,560 miles
    Test number
    448689104046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass55,798 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    55,798 miles
    Test number
    337374913044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail55,798 miles (+2,751)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,798 miles
    Test number
    227354013016
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  19. Pass53,047 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    53,047 miles
    Test number
    916865202010
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront brake discs corroded

  20. Fail53,047 miles (+3,017)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,047 miles
    Test number
    815675802055
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront brake discs corroded

  21. Pass50,030 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    50,030 miles
    Test number
    958361711038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail50,030 miles (+4,793)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,030 miles
    Test number
    219771111066
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  23. Pass45,237 miles (+4,635)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    45,237 miles
    Test number
    564652210074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass40,602 miles (+8,049)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    40,602 miles
    Test number
    601526809034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass32,553 miles (+7,948)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    32,553 miles
    Test number
    172778008433

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass24,605 miles (+6,758)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    24,605 miles
    Test number
    402467817038
    • NoteRear brakes sticking slightly

  27. Pass17,847 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    17,847 miles
    Test number
    122173416090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V712 DSN

Does V712 DSN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V712 DSN expired on 10 Apr 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V712 DSN?
The MOT on V712 DSN expired on 10 Apr 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V712 DSN done?
V712 DSN was recorded at 89,631 miles at its MOT on 10 Apr 2024, an average of 3,936 miles a year.
Has V712 DSN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V712 DSN has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on V712 DSN 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 V712 DSN find?
V712 DSN passed its latest MOT on 10 Apr 2024 with 2 minor defects and 1 advisory: nearside front steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; offside front steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; offside front vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill.

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