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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Diesel · 2002 · 1,896 cc

V9 FOSMOT history

V9 FOS is a silver diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 30 Oct 2002. Its MOT is valid until 23 Oct 2027 and it has passed 21 of 33 MOT tests, with 210,583 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Oct 2026.

V9 FOS silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Golf, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 23 Oct 2027
Mileage
210,583 mi
At MOT on 23 Oct 2026
MOT tests
33
21 passed · 12 failed
Per year
6,863 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V9 FOS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
30 Oct 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V9 FOS was last recorded at 210,583 miles on 23 Oct 2026, 6,927 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
203,656 miles · 24 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
6,927 miles
Average per year
6,863 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 210,583 miles
  • 2025 – 203,656 miles
  • 2024 – 199,253 miles
  • 2023 – 188,893 miles
  • 2022 – 174,385 miles
  • 2021 – 165,716 miles
  • 2020 – 149,951 miles
  • 2019 – 134,833 miles
  • 2018 – 127,320 miles
  • 2017 – 123,363 miles
  • 2016 – 121,229 miles
  • 2015 – 117,615 miles
  • 2014 – 114,881 miles
  • 2013 – 112,258 miles
  • 2012 – 112,247 miles
  • 2011 – 106,951 miles
  • 2010 – 98,231 miles
  • 2009 – 44,901 miles
  • 2008 – 79,934 miles
  • 2007 – 77,811 miles
  • 2006 – 73,277 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass210,583 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Parking brake only just met limit 16%

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Not over 40mm outside zone A

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

33 tests since 21 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass210,583 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    210,583 miles
    Test number
    595256376279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail210,583 miles (+6,927)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    210,583 miles
    Test number
    356237660420
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  3. Pass203,656 miles (+4,403)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    203,656 miles
    Test number
    663366271794

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass199,253 miles (+2)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    199,253 miles
    Test number
    629931408741
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Not over 40mm outside zone A (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryParking brake only just met limit 16%
  5. Fail199,251 miles (+10,358)1 dangerous2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    199,251 miles
    Test number
    369400177487
    • DangerousOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorMain beam tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Not over 40mm outside zone A (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryParking brake only just met limit 16%
  6. Pass188,893 miles (+14,508)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    188,893 miles
    Test number
    397471402517
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both side (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  7. Pass174,385 miles (+8,669)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    174,385 miles
    Test number
    934934422109
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  8. Pass165,716 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    165,716 miles
    Test number
    380594584299
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush top mount (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  9. Fail165,715 miles (+15,764)8 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,715 miles
    Test number
    367072560006
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect incorrect bulbs (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect incorrect bulb (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush top mount (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  10. Pass149,951 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    149,951 miles
    Test number
    197592649044
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  11. Fail149,951 miles (+15,118)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,951 miles
    Test number
    750328253021
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate does not conform to the specified requirements both incorrectly spaced ( replace ) (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  12. Pass134,833 miles (+7,513)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    134,833 miles
    Test number
    181873782454

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass127,320 miles (+3,957)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    127,320 miles
    Test number
    440661170045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass123,363 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    123,363 miles
    Test number
    615538740476
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  15. Fail123,360 miles (+2,131)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,360 miles
    Test number
    844491637819
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureSteering system excessively rough (2.2.D.1)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  16. Pass121,229 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    121,229 miles
    Test number
    111153979689

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail121,229 miles (+52)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,229 miles
    Test number
    212110767489
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
  18. Fail121,177 miles (+3,562)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,177 miles
    Test number
    446599383915
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust system fowling coil spring
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  19. Pass117,615 miles (+2,734)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    117,615 miles
    Test number
    355951535025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass114,881 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    114,881 miles
    Test number
    797216534033
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
  21. Fail114,875 miles (+2,617)9 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,875 miles
    Test number
    989445524048
    • FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
  22. Pass112,258 miles (+11)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    112,258 miles
    Test number
    147163903408
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  23. Fail112,247 miles (+5,296)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,247 miles
    Test number
    438304062385
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureRear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  24. Pass106,951 miles (+8,720)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    106,951 miles
    Test number
    658206111307
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteRear discs worn
  25. Pass98,231 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    98,231 miles
    Test number
    231660200338

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail98,231 miles (+53,330)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,231 miles
    Test number
    380040100321
    • FailureFront Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
  27. Pass44,901 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    44,901 miles
    Test number
    541031909385

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail88,159 miles (+8,225)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,159 miles
    Test number
    203541409387
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
  29. Pass79,934 miles (+2,123)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    79,934 miles
    Test number
    114314588229
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  30. Pass77,811 miles (+4,534)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    77,811 miles
    Test number
    914329697222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass73,277 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    73,277 miles
    Test number
    363304096262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass73,277 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    73,277 miles
    Test number
    733764896218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail73,277 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,277 miles
    Test number
    481104096243
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Questions about V9 FOS

Does V9 FOS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V9 FOS is valid until 23 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on V9 FOS?
The MOT on V9 FOS is valid until 23 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V9 FOS done?
V9 FOS was recorded at 210,583 miles at its MOT on 23 Oct 2026, an average of 6,863 miles a year.
Has V9 FOS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V9 FOS has failed 12 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on V9 FOS 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 V9 FOS find?
V9 FOS passed its latest MOT on 23 Oct 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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