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Volkswagen Golf

Green · Diesel · 1999 · 1,896 cc

V71 DHHMOT history

V71 DHH is a green diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 1 Sept 1999. Its MOT is valid until 1 Jan 2027 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 200,471 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Jan 2026.

V71 DHH green Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 1 Jan 2027
Mileage
200,471 mi
At MOT on 2 Jan 2026
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,856 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V71 DHH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V71 DHH was last recorded at 200,471 miles on 2 Jan 2026, 8,075 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Jan 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
192,396 miles · 8 Jan 2024
Between the last two tests
8,075 miles
Average per year
5,856 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 200,471 miles
  • 2024 – 192,396 miles
  • 2022 – 184,347 miles
  • 2020 – 180,115 miles
  • 2019 – 174,602 miles
  • 2017 – 160,603 miles
  • 2016 – 149,181 miles
  • 2015 – 133,701 miles
  • 2014 – 115,045 miles
  • 2013 – 113,586 miles
  • 2012 – 110,896 miles
  • 2011 – 107,775 miles
  • 2010 – 105,783 miles
  • 2009 – 100,619 miles
  • 2008 – 94,862 miles
  • 2007 – 89,515 miles
  • 2006 – 85,354 miles
  • 2005 – 81,036 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass200,471 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Middle and rear (6.1.2 (a))

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.

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2008–2014

  • Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment Both (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2006–2013

  • Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2013

  • Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2015

Full MOT history

23 tests since 11 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass200,471 miles (+8,075)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    200,471 miles
    Test number
    513673496581
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Middle and rear (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Pass192,396 miles (+8,049)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    192,396 miles
    Test number
    378565844062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass184,347 miles (+4,232)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    184,347 miles
    Test number
    916167985534
    • AdvisoryBoth sides front brake discs corroded

  4. Pass180,115 miles (+5,513)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    180,115 miles
    Test number
    356803325955

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass174,602 miles (+70)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    174,602 miles
    Test number
    583144345434
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rears and rear sections (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail174,532 miles (+13,929)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,532 miles
    Test number
    806878575196
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Engine mounting damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rears and rear sections (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass160,603 miles (+154)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    160,603 miles
    Test number
    512233677178
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded Both Front To Rear At Rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryEmissions To Clean Too Register
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment Both (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded Compensator To Flexi (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre Outer Side Wall Sight Cuts
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit On Limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded Compensator To Flexi (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat Belt Buckle Cover Missing

  8. Fail160,449 miles (+11,268)1 dangerous1 failure10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,449 miles
    Test number
    513913546641
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded Both Front To Rear At Rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryEmissions To Clean Too Register
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment Both (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded Compensator To Flexi (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre Outer Side Wall Sight Cuts
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit On Limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded Compensator To Flexi (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat Belt Buckle Cover Missing

  9. Pass149,181 miles (+15,480)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    149,181 miles
    Test number
    267258065485
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment both (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear seat belt buckle casing missing
    • AdvisoryRear subframe bushes slight play
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  10. Pass133,701 miles (+18,656)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    133,701 miles
    Test number
    263439089668
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment Both (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rack Gaitor Twisted
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOil Leaks, No Air Filter Box Or Timing Belt Cover Fitted, Exhaust Close On Body At Rear

  11. Pass115,045 miles7 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    115,045 miles
    Test number
    927442454296
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteUnderside of vehicle going rusty
    • NoteWiper blades worn

  12. Fail115,045 miles (+1,459)4 failures7 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,045 miles
    Test number
    967505144234
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteUnderside of vehicle going rusty
    • NoteWiper blades worn

  13. Pass113,586 miles (+1)9 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    113,586 miles
    Test number
    846043233283
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteTemporary fuel cap fitted
    • NoteN/s/f o/s/f n/s/r o/s/r coil springs corroded

  14. Fail113,585 miles (+2,689)2 failures11 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,585 miles
    Test number
    928052033268
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteTemporary fuel cap fitted
    • NoteN/s/f o/s/f n/s/r o/s/r coil springs corroded

  15. Pass110,896 miles (+3,121)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    110,896 miles
    Test number
    377777432283
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  16. Pass107,775 miles (+1,992)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    107,775 miles
    Test number
    405741721250
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Pass105,783 miles (+5,164)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    105,783 miles
    Test number
    721988330250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass100,619 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    100,619 miles
    Test number
    404567619200
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  19. Fail100,619 miles (+5,757)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,619 miles
    Test number
    332066419462
    • FailureNearside Inner Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  20. Pass94,862 miles (+5,347)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    94,862 miles
    Test number
    362411628245
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  21. Pass89,515 miles (+4,161)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    89,515 miles
    Test number
    684534917276
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteBoth front tyre treads worn to 3mm
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on insides

  22. Pass85,354 miles (+4,318)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    85,354 miles
    Test number
    452419116250
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  23. Pass81,036 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    81,036 miles
    Test number
    101103925222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V71 DHH

Does V71 DHH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V71 DHH is valid until 1 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on V71 DHH?
The MOT on V71 DHH is valid until 1 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V71 DHH done?
V71 DHH was recorded at 200,471 miles at its MOT on 2 Jan 2026, an average of 5,856 miles a year.
Has V71 DHH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V71 DHH has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Nov 2019.
Has the mileage on V71 DHH 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 DHH find?
V71 DHH passed its latest MOT on 2 Jan 2026 with 1 advisory: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases middle and rear.

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