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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,800 cc

V81 FUTMOT history

V81 FUT is a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 1 Sept 1999. Its MOT is valid until 20 Feb 2027 and it has passed 20 of 32 MOT tests, with 158,563 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Feb 2026.

V81 FUT blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 20 Feb 2027
Mileage
158,563 mi
At MOT on 16 Feb 2026
MOT tests
32
20 passed · 12 failed
Per year
4,955 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V81 FUT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,800 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V81 FUT was last recorded at 158,563 miles on 16 Feb 2026, 5,853 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Feb 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 24 Nov 2021: 144,092 miles, lower than 144,688 miles on 15 Nov 2021.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
152,710 miles · 20 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
5,853 miles
Average per year
4,955 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 158,563 miles
  • 2025 – 152,710 miles
  • 2024 – 147,747 miles
  • 2022 – 146,216 miles
  • 2021 – 144,092 miles
  • 2020 – 141,060 miles
  • 2019 – 139,000 miles
  • 2018 – 137,664 miles
  • 2017 – 133,106 miles
  • 2016 – 127,311 miles
  • 2015 – 117,514 miles
  • 2014 – 109,478 miles
  • 2013 – 104,179 miles
  • 2012 – 99,183 miles
  • 2011 – 95,452 miles
  • 2010 – 91,344 miles
  • 2009 – 85,509 miles
  • 2008 – 76,855 miles
  • 2007 – 71,944 miles
  • 2006 – 61,955 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass158,563 miles
  • AdvisoryCoolant leak
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019

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.

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2025

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

32 tests since 19 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass158,563 miles (+5,853)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    158,563 miles
    Test number
    973528289573
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass152,710 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    152,710 miles
    Test number
    746876654144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail152,709 miles (+4,962)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,709 miles
    Test number
    712245152252
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Pass147,747 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    147,747 miles
    Test number
    594293910136
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Direction indicator slightly discoloured Side repeater (4.4.3 (a))

  5. Fail147,747 miles (+3)1 dangerous1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,747 miles
    Test number
    997820902286
    • DangerousNearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure and impairing directional stability Top and bottom securing bolts loose (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Direction indicator slightly discoloured Side repeater (4.4.3 (a))

  6. Fail147,744 miles (+1,528)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,744 miles
    Test number
    113103612473
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s/f strut top mount
    • AdvisoryO/s/f slight play inner steering arm

  7. Pass146,216 miles (+7)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    146,216 miles
    Test number
    301205053003
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail146,209 miles (+2,117)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,209 miles
    Test number
    117045602552
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass144,092 miles (-596)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    144,092 miles
    Test number
    398881512001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail144,688 miles (+3,628)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,688 miles
    Test number
    965464812917
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorEmissions not tested due to engine over heating (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  11. Pass141,060 miles (+2,060)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    141,060 miles
    Test number
    644174372121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass139,000 miles (+34)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    139,000 miles
    Test number
    184765182525

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail138,966 miles (+1,302)2 dangerous7 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,966 miles
    Test number
    920617799097
    • DangerousNearside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired sill (filled with expanding foam) (6.2.2 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired sill (filled with expanding foam) (6.2.2 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorService brake lagging in operation pedal (1.2.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  14. Pass137,664 miles (+4,558)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    137,664 miles
    Test number
    793670501549
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  15. Pass133,106 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    133,106 miles
    Test number
    693979911734

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail133,106 miles (+5,795)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,106 miles
    Test number
    532905563952
    • Repaired at testStop lamp not working both rear (1.2.1b)

  17. Pass127,311 miles (+29)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    127,311 miles
    Test number
    444877892081
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  18. Fail127,282 miles (+9,768)6 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,282 miles
    Test number
    390242703659
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill to floor (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Outer Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  19. Pass117,514 miles (+8,036)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    117,514 miles
    Test number
    961877305394
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower sill getting weak

  20. Pass109,478 miles (+5,299)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    109,478 miles
    Test number
    216149334212
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Pass104,179 miles (+4,996)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    104,179 miles
    Test number
    375584033235
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  22. Pass99,183 miles (+3,731)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    99,183 miles
    Test number
    347183532259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass95,452 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    95,452 miles
    Test number
    349592941468
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteOffside park brake slightly low effort

  24. Fail95,448 miles (+4,104)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,448 miles
    Test number
    905832341232
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteOffside park brake slightly low effort

  25. Fail91,344 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,344 miles
    Test number
    452658310279
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  26. Pass91,344 miles (+5,835)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    91,344 miles
    Test number
    473778710222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass85,509 miles (+8,654)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    85,509 miles
    Test number
    343816739477
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  28. Pass76,855 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    76,855 miles
    Test number
    342439838460
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  29. Fail76,855 miles (+4,911)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,855 miles
    Test number
    772739438208
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  30. Pass71,944 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    71,944 miles
    Test number
    940686237201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail71,944 miles (+9,989)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,944 miles
    Test number
    540626237250
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureSide repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteRear silencer appears to be partly blocked.

  32. Pass61,955 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    61,955 miles
    Test number
    420611236203
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about V81 FUT

Does V81 FUT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V81 FUT is valid until 20 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on V81 FUT?
The MOT on V81 FUT is valid until 20 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V81 FUT done?
V81 FUT was recorded at 158,563 miles at its MOT on 16 Feb 2026, an average of 4,955 miles a year.
Has V81 FUT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V81 FUT has failed 12 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on V81 FUT ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 24 Nov 2021. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on V81 FUT find?
V81 FUT passed its latest MOT on 16 Feb 2026 with 3 advisories: coolant leak; nearside front track rod end ball joint has slight play; oil leak, but not excessive.

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