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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Diesel · 2008 · 1,896 cc

V7 FFYMOT history

V7 FFY is a blue diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 17 Jul 2008. Its MOT is valid until 24 Aug 2027 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 140,171 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Aug 2026.

V7 FFY blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 24 Aug 2027
Mileage
140,171 mi
At MOT on 25 Aug 2026
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,153 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V7 FFY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
17 Jul 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V7 FFY was last recorded at 140,171 miles on 25 Aug 2026, 2,848 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
137,323 miles · 19 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
2,848 miles
Average per year
4,153 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 140,171 miles
  • 2025 – 137,323 miles
  • 2024 – 134,010 miles
  • 2023 – 131,972 miles
  • 2022 – 130,256 miles
  • 2021 – 127,830 miles
  • 2020 – 124,200 miles
  • 2018 – 118,280 miles
  • 2017 – 114,762 miles
  • 2016 – 109,452 miles
  • 2015 – 105,286 miles
  • 2014 – 99,751 miles
  • 2013 – 95,936 miles
  • 2012 – 89,798 miles
  • 2011 – 82,896 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass140,171 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both headlamps (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both on edges (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to testRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021

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.

  • Engine bay covers & under-trays fitted

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2020

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

21 tests since 18 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass140,171 miles (+2,848)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    140,171 miles
    Test number
    939048065079
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both headlamps (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Pass137,323 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    137,323 miles
    Test number
    300967600128
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body panel slightly loose arch cover (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 tyres edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  3. Fail137,322 miles (+3,312)4 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,322 miles
    Test number
    583547208293
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim too low both headlamps (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body panel slightly loose arch cover (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 tyres edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  4. Pass134,010 miles (+2,038)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    134,010 miles
    Test number
    719703365247
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both misty (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  5. Pass131,972 miles (+1,716)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    131,972 miles
    Test number
    801252912123
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  6. Pass130,256 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    130,256 miles
    Test number
    852257155686
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  7. Fail130,256 miles (+2,426)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,256 miles
    Test number
    938734706234
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  8. Pass127,830 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    127,830 miles
    Test number
    536575225563
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective fadded both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  9. Fail127,830 miles (+3,630)1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,830 miles
    Test number
    152437560144
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective fadded both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  10. Pass124,200 miles (+5,920)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    124,200 miles
    Test number
    521709786867
    • AdvisoryDiscs corroded
    • AdvisoryEngine bay covers & under-trays fitted
    • AdvisoryOil around engine sump
  11. Pass118,280 miles (+3,518)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    118,280 miles
    Test number
    526610572499
    • AdvisoryEngine bay covers & under-trays fitted
    • AdvisoryExterior condition poor
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp aim border-line pass
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisorySeat belt retracting slowly
  12. Pass114,762 miles (+5,310)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    114,762 miles
    Test number
    741134773148
    • AdvisoryEngine bay covers & under-trays fitted
    • AdvisoryFront windscreen has damage outside zone A more than 40mm, but not restricting drivers view of the road
    • AdvisoryNsr tyre perished & wearing on edge
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear bumper damaged
  13. Pass109,452 miles (+4,166)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    109,452 miles
    Test number
    473678682403
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryEngine bay covers & under-trays fitted
    • AdvisoryFront windscreen has damage outside zone A more than 40mm, not restricting drivers view of the road
    • AdvisorySeat belts retracting slowly
  14. Pass105,286 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    105,286 miles
    Test number
    437855062648

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail105,286 miles (+5,535)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,286 miles
    Test number
    986633154010
    • Repaired at testBonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
  16. Pass99,751 miles (+3,815)
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    99,751 miles
    Test number
    285131964348

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass95,936 miles (+6,138)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    95,936 miles
    Test number
    327961043357

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass89,798 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    89,798 miles
    Test number
    127681842395

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail89,798 miles (+6,902)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,798 miles
    Test number
    499661742464
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
  20. Pass82,896 miles (+5,793)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    82,896 miles
    Test number
    458761841419
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  21. Pass77,103 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    77,103 miles
    Test number
    469559861177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V7 FFY

Does V7 FFY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V7 FFY is valid until 24 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on V7 FFY?
The MOT on V7 FFY is valid until 24 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V7 FFY done?
V7 FFY was recorded at 140,171 miles at its MOT on 25 Aug 2026, an average of 4,153 miles a year.
Has V7 FFY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V7 FFY has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on V7 FFY 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 V7 FFY find?
V7 FFY passed its latest MOT on 25 Aug 2026 with 4 advisories: front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both headlamps; front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both on edges; items removed from driver's view prior to test, and 1 more.

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