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Volkswagen Golf

Silver and Black · Petrol · 2000 · 1,595 cc

V81 MDPMOT history

V81 MDP is a silver and black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 4 Feb 2000. Its MOT expired on 6 Aug 2023 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 139,814 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Aug 2023.

V81 MDP silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 6 Aug 2023
Mileage
139,814 mi
At MOT on 2 Aug 2023
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,185 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V81 MDP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver and Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
4 Feb 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Aug 2023
Latest MOT test
2 Aug 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

V81 MDP was last recorded at 139,814 miles on 2 Aug 2023, 3,996 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Aug 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
135,818 miles · 3 Aug 2022
Between the last two tests
3,996 miles
Average per year
5,185 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 139,814 miles
  • 2022 – 135,818 miles
  • 2021 – 129,970 miles
  • 2020 – 124,255 miles
  • 2019 – 119,497 miles
  • 2018 – 114,926 miles
  • 2017 – 110,532 miles
  • 2016 – 106,838 miles
  • 2015 – 103,209 miles
  • 2014 – 99,494 miles
  • 2013 – 94,082 miles
  • 2012 – 87,903 miles
  • 2011 – 80,127 miles
  • 2010 – 73,125 miles
  • 2009 – 67,032 miles
  • 2008 – 59,797 miles
  • 2007 – 54,699 miles
  • 2006 – 48,815 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail139,814 miles
  • 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 carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFuel tank strap broken but still supported
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • 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))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Front and rear subframes slightly corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • O/s/r metal brake pipe getting rusty

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

24 tests since 13 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail139,814 miles (+3,996)5 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,814 miles
    Test number
    386619781171
    • 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 carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank strap broken but still supported
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (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))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass135,818 miles (+5,848)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    135,818 miles
    Test number
    853579048676
    • MinorOffside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  3. Pass129,970 miles (+15)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    129,970 miles
    Test number
    375453905678
    • AdvisoryFront and rear subframes slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail129,955 miles (+5,700)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,955 miles
    Test number
    617149477615
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear marked (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear subframes slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass124,255 miles (+4,758)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    124,255 miles
    Test number
    175419041097
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust section loose
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre getting low

  6. Pass119,497 miles (+13)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    119,497 miles
    Test number
    703658242070
    • AdvisoryO/s/r metal brake pipe getting rusty

  7. Fail119,484 miles (+4,558)1 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,484 miles
    Test number
    852607151986
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryO/s/r metal brake pipe getting rusty

  8. Pass114,926 miles (+108)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    114,926 miles
    Test number
    457009199462

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail114,818 miles (+4,286)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,818 miles
    Test number
    908251458297
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  10. Pass110,532 miles (+3,694)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    110,532 miles
    Test number
    608965628695
    • AdvisoryBoth rear suspension bump stops are in poor condition
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake is binding very slightly
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre tread is getting low 3mm
    • AdvisoryBoth rear axle bushes are deteriorated but do not have excessive movement

  11. Pass106,838 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    106,838 miles
    Test number
    784180681067
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear suspension bump stops are in poor condition

  12. Fail106,838 miles (+3,629)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,838 miles
    Test number
    268941220275
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 185/60r14h (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear suspension bump stops are in poor condition

  13. Pass103,209 miles (+3,715)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    103,209 miles
    Test number
    587336825054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass99,494 miles (+5,412)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    99,494 miles
    Test number
    509358904018
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass94,082 miles (+6,179)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    94,082 miles
    Test number
    377085823029
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  16. Pass87,903 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    87,903 miles
    Test number
    349169712000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail87,903 miles (+7,776)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,903 miles
    Test number
    147228112420
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

  18. Pass80,127 miles (+7,002)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    80,127 miles
    Test number
    918781421029
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  19. Pass73,125 miles (+6,093)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    73,125 miles
    Test number
    712129610056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass67,032 miles (+7,235)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    67,032 miles
    Test number
    991021829070
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteWiper blades starting to split fronts

  21. Pass59,797 miles (+5,098)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    59,797 miles
    Test number
    124448118401

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass54,699 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    54,699 miles
    Test number
    152120517015
    • NoteBoth front tyre tread depths low on inside edge

  23. Fail54,699 miles (+5,884)1 dangerous1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,699 miles
    Test number
    874230417044
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth front tyre tread depths low on inner edge

  24. Pass48,815 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    48,815 miles
    Test number
    852553416003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V81 MDP

Does V81 MDP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V81 MDP expired on 6 Aug 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V81 MDP?
The MOT on V81 MDP expired on 6 Aug 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V81 MDP done?
V81 MDP was recorded at 139,814 miles at its MOT on 2 Aug 2023, an average of 5,185 miles a year.
Has V81 MDP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V81 MDP has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on V81 MDP 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 V81 MDP find?
V81 MDP failed its latest MOT on 2 Aug 2023 with 5 major defects and 9 advisories: exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits, and 11 more.

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