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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 2,000 cc

V85 EFVMOT history

V85 EFV is a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 28 Sept 1999. Its MOT is valid until 11 May 2027 and it has passed 21 of 30 MOT tests, with 122,857 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 May 2026.

V85 EFV blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Golf, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 11 May 2027
Mileage
122,857 mi
At MOT on 6 May 2026
MOT tests
30
21 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,463 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V85 EFV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,000 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
28 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 May 2027
Latest MOT test
6 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V85 EFV was last recorded at 122,857 miles on 6 May 2026, 11 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 May 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 28 Jul 2009: 81,011 miles, lower than 83,777 miles on 5 Aug 2008.

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
122,846 miles · 5 May 2026
Between the last two tests
11 miles
Average per year
2,463 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 122,857 miles
  • 2025 – 120,815 miles
  • 2023 – 120,722 miles
  • 2022 – 120,237 miles
  • 2021 – 119,662 miles
  • 2020 – 118,796 miles
  • 2019 – 117,672 miles
  • 2018 – 116,049 miles
  • 2017 – 114,409 miles
  • 2016 – 112,470 miles
  • 2015 – 109,575 miles
  • 2014 – 107,057 miles
  • 2013 – 103,413 miles
  • 2012 – 99,175 miles
  • 2011 – 95,108 miles
  • 2010 – 91,135 miles
  • 2009 – 81,011 miles
  • 2008 – 83,777 miles
  • 2007 – 79,610 miles
  • 2006 – 73,518 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass122,857 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor to sill marked yellow (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2017

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Oil leak from engine/gearbox

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass122,857 miles (+11)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2027
    Odometer
    122,857 miles
    Test number
    682828189361
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor to sill marked yellow (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  2. Fail122,846 miles (+2,031)4 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,846 miles
    Test number
    467952230547
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor to sill marked yellow (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  3. Pass120,815 miles (+93)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2026
    Odometer
    120,815 miles
    Test number
    956459802150
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass120,722 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    120,722 miles
    Test number
    407521899045
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak from engine/gearbox

  5. Fail120,722 miles (+485)4 dangerous5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,722 miles
    Test number
    136504321760
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak from engine/gearbox

  6. Pass120,237 miles (+575)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    120,237 miles
    Test number
    815612794759

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass119,662 miles (+866)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    119,662 miles
    Test number
    273239018597
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 , within tread area (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass118,796 miles (+1,124)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    118,796 miles
    Test number
    832017494466
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust clamp corroded

  9. Pass117,672 miles (+1,623)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    117,672 miles
    Test number
    280273027618
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust silencer slightly loose sleeve clamp missing (8.1.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass116,049 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    116,049 miles
    Test number
    621893285727
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective sleeve (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

  11. Fail116,046 miles (+1,637)1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,046 miles
    Test number
    861438762595
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective sleeve (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

  12. Pass114,409 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    114,409 miles
    Test number
    440820959278
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust clamp in poor condition
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  13. Fail114,409 miles (+1,939)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,409 miles
    Test number
    136778563686
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust clamp in poor condition
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  14. Pass112,470 miles (+2,895)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    112,470 miles
    Test number
    972630394566

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass109,575 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    109,575 miles
    Test number
    915546654863
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  16. Fail109,575 miles (+2,518)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,575 miles
    Test number
    681073655858
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  17. Pass107,057 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    107,057 miles
    Test number
    855196814232
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar 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 Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  18. Fail107,057 miles (+3,644)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,057 miles
    Test number
    609086514294
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar 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 Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  19. Pass103,413 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    103,413 miles
    Test number
    966179993146
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension 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 Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  20. Fail103,413 miles (+4,238)4 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,413 miles
    Test number
    978679293150
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension 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 Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  21. Pass99,175 miles (+4,067)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    99,175 miles
    Test number
    236507982178
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  22. Fail95,108 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,108 miles
    Test number
    617026601214
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  23. Pass95,108 miles (+3,973)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    95,108 miles
    Test number
    629946701228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass91,135 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    91,135 miles
    Test number
    613170710215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail91,135 miles (+10,124)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,135 miles
    Test number
    353409300298
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  26. Pass81,011 miles (-2,766)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    81,011 miles
    Test number
    782029809225
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteOth rear brakes are binding slightly

  27. Pass83,777 miles (+4,167)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    83,777 miles
    Test number
    461238918264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass79,610 miles (+1,068)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    79,610 miles
    Test number
    444903317221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass78,542 miles (+5,024)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    78,542 miles
    Test number
    172133717105
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  30. Pass73,518 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    73,518 miles
    Test number
    281224016484
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Questions about V85 EFV

Does V85 EFV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V85 EFV is valid until 11 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on V85 EFV?
The MOT on V85 EFV is valid until 11 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V85 EFV done?
V85 EFV was recorded at 122,857 miles at its MOT on 6 May 2026, an average of 2,463 miles a year.
Has V85 EFV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V85 EFV has failed 9 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 5 May 2026.
Has the mileage on V85 EFV ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 28 Jul 2009. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on V85 EFV find?
V85 EFV passed its latest MOT on 6 May 2026 with 7 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside front upper macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 4 more.

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