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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,600 cc

V71 DFXMOT history

V71 DFX is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 1 Sept 1999. Its MOT expired on 11 Sept 2025 and it has passed 19 of 24 MOT tests, with 98,336 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Sept 2024.

V71 DFX silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 11 Sept 2025
Mileage
98,336 mi
At MOT on 12 Sept 2024
MOT tests
24
19 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,739 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V71 DFX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,600 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Sept 2025
Latest MOT test
12 Sept 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

V71 DFX was last recorded at 98,336 miles on 12 Sept 2024, 128 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
98,208 miles · 3 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
128 miles
Average per year
3,739 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 98,336 miles
  • 2023 – 96,141 miles
  • 2022 – 92,955 miles
  • 2021 – 89,310 miles
  • 2020 – 84,835 miles
  • 2019 – 82,074 miles
  • 2018 – 80,553 miles
  • 2017 – 77,681 miles
  • 2016 – 75,627 miles
  • 2015 – 72,570 miles
  • 2014 – 66,631 miles
  • 2013 – 62,537 miles
  • 2012 – 58,660 miles
  • 2011 – 56,253 miles
  • 2010 – 53,348 miles
  • 2009 – 45,753 miles
  • 2008 – 38,415 miles
  • 2007 – 34,722 miles
  • 2006 – 30,922 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass98,336 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2020

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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2017

Full MOT history

24 tests since 1 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass98,336 miles (+128)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    98,336 miles
    Test number
    901861822696
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Fail98,208 miles (+2,067)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,208 miles
    Test number
    438965342110
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Indicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Pass96,141 miles (+3,186)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    96,141 miles
    Test number
    118970794815
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush top strut mount (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush top strut mount (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Pass92,955 miles (+3,645)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    92,955 miles
    Test number
    649673757651
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  5. Pass89,310 miles (+4,475)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    89,310 miles
    Test number
    801672300719
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  6. Pass84,835 miles (+2,761)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    84,835 miles
    Test number
    769970601492
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  7. Pass82,074 miles (+1,521)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    82,074 miles
    Test number
    927336245887
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Pass80,553 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    80,553 miles
    Test number
    969564868401
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Fail80,552 miles (+2,871)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,552 miles
    Test number
    840763332664
    • MajorNearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Pass77,681 miles (+2,054)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    77,681 miles
    Test number
    182811736690
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear tyres becoming deteriorated
    • AdvisoryWindscreen wiper blades slightly streaky
  11. Pass75,627 miles (+3,057)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    75,627 miles
    Test number
    541845209383
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
  12. Pass72,570 miles (+5,939)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    72,570 miles
    Test number
    141193522350
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement back bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement back bush (2.4.G.2)
  13. Pass66,631 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    66,631 miles
    Test number
    185971534245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail66,631 miles (+4,094)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,631 miles
    Test number
    717280334276
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
  15. Pass62,537 miles (+3,877)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    62,537 miles
    Test number
    898382533225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass58,660 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    58,660 miles
    Test number
    589020732237
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
  17. Fail58,660 miles (+2,407)1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,660 miles
    Test number
    346270732444
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
  18. Pass56,253 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    56,253 miles
    Test number
    335325241457
    • NoteFront lower bumper missing offside wheel arch liner signs of rubbing on tyre
    • NoteOffside front tyre slightly worn on inner edge
  19. Fail56,253 miles (+2,905)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,253 miles
    Test number
    258594441279
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront lower bumper missing offside wheel arch liner signs of rubbing on tyre
    • NoteOffside front tyre slightly worn on inner edge
  20. Pass53,348 miles (+7,595)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    53,348 miles
    Test number
    344903030400
    • NoteLower part of front bumper missing
    • NoteOffside front wheel arch liner signs of rubbing tyre
    • NoteRear inner brake pads appear low
  21. Pass45,753 miles (+7,338)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    45,753 miles
    Test number
    371690349224
    • NoteBoth front wiper blades deteriorated
  22. Pass38,415 miles (+3,693)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    38,415 miles
    Test number
    390805448489
    • NoteBoth rear tyres slightly perished and worn on inner edges
  23. Pass34,722 miles (+3,800)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    34,722 miles
    Test number
    552812847244
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  24. Pass30,922 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    30,922 miles
    Test number
    612754746219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V71 DFX

Does V71 DFX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V71 DFX expired on 11 Sept 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V71 DFX?
The MOT on V71 DFX expired on 11 Sept 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V71 DFX done?
V71 DFX was recorded at 98,336 miles at its MOT on 12 Sept 2024, an average of 3,739 miles a year.
Has V71 DFX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V71 DFX has failed 5 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on V71 DFX 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 V71 DFX find?
V71 DFX passed its latest MOT on 12 Sept 2024 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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