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Volkswagen Golf

Green · Diesel · 1999 · 1,900 cc

V83 DAHMOT history

V83 DAH is a green diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 22 Oct 1999. Its MOT is valid until 1 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 138,963 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Oct 2026.

V83 DAH green Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 1 Nov 2026
Mileage
138,963 mi
At MOT on 14 Oct 2026
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,469 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V83 DAH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,900 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
22 Oct 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
14 Oct 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

V83 DAH was last recorded at 138,963 miles on 14 Oct 2026, 4,537 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
134,426 miles · 10 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
4,537 miles
Average per year
3,469 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 138,963 miles
  • 2025 – 134,426 miles
  • 2024 – 129,145 miles
  • 2023 – 124,434 miles
  • 2022 – 122,319 miles
  • 2021 – 120,535 miles
  • 2020 – 113,935 miles
  • 2019 – 113,259 miles
  • 2018 – 112,327 miles
  • 2017 – 111,744 miles
  • 2016 – 110,059 miles
  • 2015 – 107,591 miles
  • 2014 – 104,577 miles
  • 2013 – 100,474 miles
  • 2012 – 96,845 miles
  • 2011 – 93,708 miles
  • 2010 – 89,695 miles
  • 2009 – 85,123 miles
  • 2008 – 80,510 miles
  • 2007 – 74,447 miles
  • 2006 – 69,649 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail138,963 miles
  • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
  • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorEmissions unable to be completed due to exhaust leak (8.2.2.2 (e))
  • MajorNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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.

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor3 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

29 tests since 20 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail138,963 miles (+4,537)4 major3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,963 miles
    Test number
    923344394364
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed due to exhaust leak (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Pass134,426 miles (+168)5 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    134,426 miles
    Test number
    111484288612
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Fail134,258 miles (+5,113)4 major5 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,258 miles
    Test number
    827258126083
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass129,145 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    129,145 miles
    Test number
    959723014912
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail129,145 miles (+4,711)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,145 miles
    Test number
    483319909114
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass124,434 miles (+68)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    124,434 miles
    Test number
    144085967428
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm 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 Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail124,366 miles (+2,047)1 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,366 miles
    Test number
    126509802063
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm 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 Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass122,319 miles (+11)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    122,319 miles
    Test number
    480326808278
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Fail122,308 miles (+1,773)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,308 miles
    Test number
    201546486903
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass120,535 miles (+6,600)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    120,535 miles
    Test number
    997372385351
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  11. Pass113,935 miles (+676)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    113,935 miles
    Test number
    695567155636
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Pass113,259 miles (+932)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    113,259 miles
    Test number
    596477756354
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

  13. Pass112,327 miles (+583)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    112,327 miles
    Test number
    747662517232
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

  14. Pass111,744 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    111,744 miles
    Test number
    626410054749

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail111,743 miles (+1,684)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,743 miles
    Test number
    345616486140
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill corroded and split (2.4.A.3)

  16. Pass110,059 miles (+56)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    110,059 miles
    Test number
    876856519810

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail110,003 miles (+2,412)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,003 miles
    Test number
    276336755534
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush rear bush (2.5.A.1c)

  18. Pass107,591 miles (+3,014)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    107,591 miles
    Test number
    565239790974
    • Advisory1. Both front tyres wearing low on outside edges.
    • Advisory2. Both front flexi brake hoses becoming perished.

  19. Pass104,577 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    104,577 miles
    Test number
    637005694213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail104,568 miles (+4,094)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,568 miles
    Test number
    239893194271
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  21. Pass100,474 miles (+3,629)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    100,474 miles
    Test number
    508225993247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass96,845 miles (+3,137)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    96,845 miles
    Test number
    909237292270
    • Note1. Offside rear brake is slightly tight. 2. Rear brake discs becoming pitted.

  23. Pass93,708 miles (+4,013)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    93,708 miles
    Test number
    348301891476

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass89,695 miles (+20)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    89,695 miles
    Test number
    120526800352
    • Note1. n/s front tyre at legal limits. 2. Both front tyres becoming perished. 3. Both rear tyres near legal limits and is becoming perished.

  25. Fail89,675 miles (+4,552)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,675 miles
    Test number
    331569590254
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • Note1. n/s front tyre at legal limits. 2. Both front tyres becoming perished. 3. Both rear tyres near legal limits and is becoming perished.

  26. Pass85,123 miles (+4,613)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    85,123 miles
    Test number
    461699799288
    • NoteN/s and o/s front tyres wearing low.

  27. Pass80,510 miles (+6,063)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    80,510 miles
    Test number
    144898198200
    • Note1.rear brake discs slightly pitted

  28. Pass74,447 miles (+4,798)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    74,447 miles
    Test number
    393227997267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass69,649 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    69,649 miles
    Test number
    353143096457
    • NoteFront discs poor. both side rear bump stop covers broken away ,both side front wishbone bushes starting to un bond.

Questions about V83 DAH

Does V83 DAH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V83 DAH is valid until 1 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on V83 DAH?
The MOT on V83 DAH is valid until 1 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V83 DAH done?
V83 DAH was recorded at 138,963 miles at its MOT on 14 Oct 2026, an average of 3,469 miles a year.
Has V83 DAH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V83 DAH has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on V83 DAH 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 V83 DAH find?
V83 DAH failed its latest MOT on 14 Oct 2026 with 4 major defects, 3 minor defects and 6 advisories: battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier; central exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases; emissions unable to be completed due to exhaust leak, and 10 more.

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