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Volkswagen Golf

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,800 cc

V72 SUDMOT history

V72 SUD is a green petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 16 Oct 1999. Its MOT expired on 25 Mar 2026 and it has passed 18 of 31 MOT tests, with 148,788 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Mar 2025.

V72 SUD green Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 25 Mar 2026
Mileage
148,788 mi
At MOT on 26 Mar 2025
MOT tests
31
18 passed · 13 failed
Per year
5,407 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V72 SUD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,800 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
16 Oct 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
26 Mar 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

V72 SUD was last recorded at 148,788 miles on 26 Mar 2025, 5,858 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Jan 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
142,930 miles · 19 Jan 2024
Between the last two tests
5,858 miles
Average per year
5,407 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 148,788 miles
  • 2024 – 142,930 miles
  • 2023 – 137,403 miles
  • 2022 – 134,048 miles
  • 2020 – 128,865 miles
  • 2019 – 122,524 miles
  • 2018 – 118,032 miles
  • 2017 – 111,991 miles
  • 2016 – 104,367 miles
  • 2015 – 96,167 miles
  • 2014 – 86,755 miles
  • 2013 – 79,019 miles
  • 2012 – 72,207 miles
  • 2011 – 68,985 miles
  • 2009 – 67,837 miles
  • 2008 – 60,702 miles
  • 2007 – 51,719 miles
  • 2006 – 48,800 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass148,788 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
  • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryCoolant leak
  • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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 Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH SIDES

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Position lamp incorrect colour BOTH SIDES BLUE LIGHT

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

31 tests since 28 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass148,788 miles (+5,858)3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    148,788 miles
    Test number
    665073207512
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass142,930 miles (+11)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    142,930 miles
    Test number
    105120391749
    • MinorFront Position lamp incorrect colour BOTH SIDES BLUE LIGHT (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH SIDES (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH SIDES (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded BOTH SIDES (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge OSF NSR OSR (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail142,919 miles (+5,516)2 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,919 miles
    Test number
    655128486063
    • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorFront Position lamp incorrect colour BOTH SIDES BLUE LIGHT (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH SIDES (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH SIDES (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded BOTH SIDES (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge OSF NSR OSR (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass137,403 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    137,403 miles
    Test number
    571729368293
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to O/S/F outer sill area
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded

  5. Fail137,403 miles (+3,355)3 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,403 miles
    Test number
    744098648747
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut mounting damaged and seriously weakened Top mount has excessive movement (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to O/S/F outer sill area
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded

  6. Pass134,048 miles2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    134,048 miles
    Test number
    901377522725
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Fail134,047 miles (+5,182)3 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,047 miles
    Test number
    873751373431
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or 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))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Pass128,865 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    128,865 miles
    Test number
    890153308030
    • 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))

  9. Fail128,863 miles (+6,339)1 dangerous4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,863 miles
    Test number
    629501598890
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEmissions not tested due to major leak (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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))

  10. Pass122,524 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    122,524 miles
    Test number
    753594126734

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail122,524 miles (+4,492)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,524 miles
    Test number
    226380332379
    • DangerousNearside Front Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass118,032 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    118,032 miles
    Test number
    329124522644

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail118,032 miles (+6,041)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,032 miles
    Test number
    112613984623
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  14. Pass111,991 miles (+7,624)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    111,991 miles
    Test number
    938942050679

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass104,367 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    104,367 miles
    Test number
    714298137358
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail104,367 miles (+8,200)1 failure1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,367 miles
    Test number
    525326000825
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass96,167 miles (+94)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    96,167 miles
    Test number
    565852395198
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Fail96,073 miles (+9,318)1 failure7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,073 miles
    Test number
    986144185112
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  19. Pass86,755 miles (+7,736)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    86,755 miles
    Test number
    717128054151
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  20. Pass79,019 miles (+6,812)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    79,019 miles
    Test number
    308382553106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass72,207 miles (+3,222)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    72,207 miles
    Test number
    558224652111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass68,985 miles (+11)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2012
    Odometer
    68,985 miles
    Test number
    487857331150
    • NoteAuxiliary belt shows cracking [ has cambelt been done ]
    • NoteExhaust heavily corroded

  23. Fail68,974 miles (+1,137)1 failure3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,974 miles
    Test number
    228701831460
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteAuxiliary belt shows cracking [ has cambelt been done ]
    • NoteExhaust heavily corroded

  24. Pass67,837 miles (+88)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    67,837 miles
    Test number
    503638289224
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  25. Fail67,749 miles (+1,088)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,749 miles
    Test number
    342939279259
    • FailureNearside Front Road wheel distorted (4.2.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  26. Fail66,661 miles (+5,959)4 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,661 miles
    Test number
    450908939238
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Body has a projection caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteALL THE BRAKE DISCS ARE AGED
    • NoteO/S/R AND N/S/F TYRES HAVE SIDE WALL DAMAGE

  27. Pass60,702 miles (+8,983)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    60,702 miles
    Test number
    974644488213
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteStrong advise front discs and pads soon o/s/f inner brake pad worn near limit of 1.5mm thickness [ brake pad warning lamp on dash ]

  28. Fail51,719 miles2 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,719 miles
    Test number
    332227667271
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteSlight play in front top mounts

  29. Pass51,719 miles (+2,919)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    51,719 miles
    Test number
    952077567215
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteSlight play in front top mounts

  30. Pass48,800 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    48,800 miles
    Test number
    442221476215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail48,800 miles1 failure1 repaired1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,800 miles
    Test number
    813041176245
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth inner driveshaft boots leaking grease
    • NoteFront number plate cracked
    • NoteFront tyres wearing on edges
    • NoteRear pads and discs required in 3,000 miles

Questions about V72 SUD

Does V72 SUD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V72 SUD expired on 25 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V72 SUD?
The MOT on V72 SUD expired on 25 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V72 SUD done?
V72 SUD was recorded at 148,788 miles at its MOT on 26 Mar 2025, an average of 5,407 miles a year.
Has V72 SUD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V72 SUD has failed 13 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on V72 SUD 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 V72 SUD find?
V72 SUD passed its latest MOT on 26 Mar 2025 with 3 minor defects and 6 advisories: nearside front position lamp incorrect colour; offside front position lamp incorrect colour; rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources, and 6 more.

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