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Silver · Diesel · 2005 · 2,000 cc

V7 NFLMOT history

V7 NFL is a silver diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 21 Jul 2005. Its MOT expired on 13 Jan 2023 and it has passed 15 of 25 MOT tests, with 164,357 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Jan 2022.

V7 NFL silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 13 Jan 2023
Mileage
164,357 mi
At MOT on 14 Jan 2022
MOT tests
25
15 passed · 10 failed
Per year
10,322 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V7 NFL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,000 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
21 Jul 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Jan 2023
Latest MOT test
14 Jan 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

V7 NFL was last recorded at 164,357 miles on 14 Jan 2022, 13,023 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Dec 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
151,334 miles · 16 Dec 2020
Between the last two tests
13,023 miles
Average per year
10,322 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 164,357 miles
  • 2020 – 151,334 miles
  • 2019 – 133,355 miles
  • 2018 – 130,577 miles
  • 2017 – 121,999 miles
  • 2016 – 116,656 miles
  • 2015 – 91,945 miles
  • 2013 – 72,667 miles
  • 2012 – 59,544 miles
  • 2011 – 48,381 miles
  • 2010 – 33,445 miles
  • 2009 – 31,579 miles
  • 2008 – 27,046 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass164,357 miles
  • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2016

  • Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Reverse lights not working

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Near side front brake disc backplate corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Near side headlight lens deteriated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

25 tests since 25 Sept 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass164,357 miles (+13,023)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    164,357 miles
    Test number
    246089931015
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass151,334 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    151,334 miles
    Test number
    815953466991
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  3. Fail151,334 miles (+17,979)1 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,334 miles
    Test number
    946875675791
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  4. Pass133,355 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    133,355 miles
    Test number
    121214330708

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail133,343 miles (+2,766)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,343 miles
    Test number
    970997702077
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  6. Pass130,577 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    130,577 miles
    Test number
    864309543675
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryReverse lights not working

  7. Fail130,572 miles (+8,573)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,572 miles
    Test number
    780369481121
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryReverse lights not working

  8. Pass121,999 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    121,999 miles
    Test number
    549299837921
    • AdvisoryNear side front brake disc backplate corroded
    • AdvisoryNear side headlight lens deteriated

  9. Fail121,999 miles (+7)8 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,999 miles
    Test number
    202535253386
    • FailureBonnet retaining device ineffective safty catch (8.4.2)
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryNear side front brake disc backplate corroded
    • AdvisoryNear side headlight lens deteriated

  10. Fail121,992 miles (+5,336)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,992 miles
    Test number
    647964430450
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside outer sill damaged

  11. Pass116,656 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    116,656 miles
    Test number
    119013349797
    • AdvisoryCovers & trays preventing access to some components.
    • AdvisorySome damage on sill panels.

  12. Fail116,655 miles (+6,664)7 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,655 miles
    Test number
    708103572041
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 215/45/17 (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryCovers & trays preventing access to some components.
    • AdvisorySome damage on sill panels.

  13. Pass109,991 miles (+18,046)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    109,991 miles
    Test number
    675362130041
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass91,945 miles (+25)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    91,945 miles
    Test number
    747012815007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail91,920 miles (+19,253)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,920 miles
    Test number
    638266305087
    • FailureNearside Inner Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  16. Pass72,667 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    72,667 miles
    Test number
    768865603397

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail72,661 miles (+13,117)1 dangerous1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,661 miles
    Test number
    169691903343
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass59,544 miles (+11,163)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    59,544 miles
    Test number
    845562872272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass48,381 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    48,381 miles
    Test number
    146067121305
    • AdvisoryNearside Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  20. Fail48,381 miles (+7,737)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,381 miles
    Test number
    418686821363
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass40,644 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    40,644 miles
    Test number
    188383511006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail40,644 miles (+7,199)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,644 miles
    Test number
    345133711026
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  23. Pass33,445 miles (+1,866)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    33,445 miles
    Test number
    732575720077
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  24. Pass31,579 miles (+4,533)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    31,579 miles
    Test number
    570728059210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass27,046 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    27,046 miles
    Test number
    260339668287
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

Questions about V7 NFL

Does V7 NFL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V7 NFL expired on 13 Jan 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V7 NFL?
The MOT on V7 NFL expired on 13 Jan 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V7 NFL done?
V7 NFL was recorded at 164,357 miles at its MOT on 14 Jan 2022, an average of 10,322 miles a year.
Has V7 NFL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V7 NFL has failed 10 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Dec 2020.
Has the mileage on V7 NFL 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 NFL find?
V7 NFL passed its latest MOT on 14 Jan 2022 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: front headlamp lens slightly defective; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 5 more.

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