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Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 2,000 cc

V81 UUDMOT history

V81 UUD is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 12 Oct 1999. Its MOT is valid until 9 Mar 2027 and it has passed 20 of 32 MOT tests, with 128,554 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Mar 2026.

V81 UUD silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 9 Mar 2027
Mileage
128,554 mi
At MOT on 5 Mar 2026
MOT tests
32
20 passed · 12 failed
Per year
4,563 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V81 UUD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,000 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
12 Oct 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V81 UUD was last recorded at 128,554 miles on 5 Mar 2026, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
128,551 miles · 4 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
4,563 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 128,554 miles
  • 2025 – 121,650 miles
  • 2024 – 112,322 miles
  • 2023 – 102,501 miles
  • 2022 – 92,118 miles
  • 2021 – 77,901 miles
  • 2019 – 76,564 miles
  • 2018 – 74,207 miles
  • 2017 – 67,603 miles
  • 2016 – 61,778 miles
  • 2015 – 56,794 miles
  • 2014 – 54,388 miles
  • 2013 – 53,333 miles
  • 2012 – 51,871 miles
  • 2011 – 50,549 miles
  • 2010 – 48,215 miles
  • 2009 – 44,631 miles
  • 2008 – 41,987 miles
  • 2006 – 37,653 miles
  • 2005 – 35,379 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass128,554 miles
  • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryCoolant leakRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread close to excessive (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside front tyre worn on inner edgeRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

32 tests since 3 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass128,554 miles (+3)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    128,554 miles
    Test number
    706366927783
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread close to excessive (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail128,551 miles (+6,901)3 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,551 miles
    Test number
    520203496980
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread close to excessive (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass121,650 miles (+4)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    121,650 miles
    Test number
    776941027643
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail121,646 miles (+9,324)4 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,646 miles
    Test number
    205178520327
    • 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 after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass112,322 miles (+9,821)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    112,322 miles
    Test number
    398317829170
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass102,501 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    102,501 miles
    Test number
    286960879856
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail102,498 miles (+10,380)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,498 miles
    Test number
    690486184828
    • 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))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass92,118 miles (+14,217)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    92,118 miles
    Test number
    563321075826
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass77,901 miles (+1,337)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    77,901 miles
    Test number
    595480595343
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass76,564 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    76,564 miles
    Test number
    646084436717

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail76,563 miles (+2,356)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,563 miles
    Test number
    655814661123
    • MajorRear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass74,207 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    74,207 miles
    Test number
    794351824641
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Fail74,207 miles (+6,604)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,207 miles
    Test number
    807064784323
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass67,603 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    67,603 miles
    Test number
    764252496832
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • AdvisoryDamage to nearside of front subframe
    • AdvisoryNearside power steering pipe corroding
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre wall perishing
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre wall perishing
    • AdvisoryOffside wiper blade splitting
    • AdvisoryRear road springs corroding

  15. Fail67,603 miles (+5,825)5 failures11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,603 miles
    Test number
    983184819955
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • AdvisoryDamage to nearside of front subframe
    • AdvisoryEmissions test aborted due to engine misfire
    • AdvisoryEngine oil level was below minimum
    • AdvisoryNearside power steering pipe corroding
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre wall perishing
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre wall perishing
    • AdvisoryOffside wiper blade splitting
    • AdvisoryRear road springs corroding

  16. Pass61,778 miles (+4,984)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    61,778 miles
    Test number
    668843067147
    • AdvisoryEngine oil level was below minimum
    • AdvisoryNearside of front subframe damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside rear road spring corroding
    • AdvisoryOffside wiper blade splitting
    • AdvisoryRear subframe bushes perishing

  17. Pass56,794 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    56,794 miles
    Test number
    139419855108
    • NoteNearside front of subframe damaged.
    • NoteRear subframe bushes deteriorating.

  18. Fail56,794 miles (+2,406)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,794 miles
    Test number
    845039655139
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteNearside front of subframe damaged.
    • NoteRear subframe bushes deteriorating.

  19. Pass54,388 miles (+1,055)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    54,388 miles
    Test number
    379893064135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass53,333 miles (+1,462)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    53,333 miles
    Test number
    285541173170
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteEngine under tray insecure

  21. Pass51,871 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    51,871 miles
    Test number
    608575582183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail51,871 miles (+1,322)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,871 miles
    Test number
    935938272172
    • FailureFront Windscreen has a combination of minor damage areas which restrict the drivers view (8.3.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  23. Pass50,549 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2012
    Odometer
    50,549 miles
    Test number
    217613541482
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteFront wipers rubber blade split.<both sides>

  24. Fail50,549 miles (+2,334)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,549 miles
    Test number
    719723341142
    • FailureBody has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteFront wipers rubber blade split.<both sides>

  25. Pass48,215 miles (+3,584)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2011
    Odometer
    48,215 miles
    Test number
    471257740104
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  26. Pass44,631 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2010
    Odometer
    44,631 miles
    Test number
    412439739129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail44,631 miles (+2,644)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,631 miles
    Test number
    914409839140
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

  28. Fail41,987 miles4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,987 miles
    Test number
    330100558144
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • 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)

  29. Pass41,987 miles (+4,334)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2009
    Odometer
    41,987 miles
    Test number
    721110358181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail37,653 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,653 miles
    Test number
    300471276251
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  31. Pass37,653 miles (+2,274)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    37,653 miles
    Test number
    933361876299
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  32. Pass35,379 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    35,379 miles
    Test number
    623876075233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V81 UUD

Does V81 UUD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V81 UUD is valid until 9 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on V81 UUD?
The MOT on V81 UUD is valid until 9 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V81 UUD done?
V81 UUD was recorded at 128,554 miles at its MOT on 5 Mar 2026, an average of 4,563 miles a year.
Has V81 UUD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V81 UUD has failed 12 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on V81 UUD 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 UUD find?
V81 UUD passed its latest MOT on 5 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: offside obligatory mirror slightly damaged; central exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; central exhaust mounting defective, and 4 more.

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