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Black · Diesel · 2007 · 1,968 cc

V9 SSMMOT history

V9 SSM is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 24 Apr 2007. Its MOT is valid until 23 Sept 2027 and it has passed 17 of 28 MOT tests, with 146,089 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Sept 2026.

V9 SSM black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 23 Sept 2027
Mileage
146,089 mi
At MOT on 24 Sept 2026
MOT tests
28
17 passed · 11 failed
Per year
5,448 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V9 SSM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
24 Apr 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V9 SSM was last recorded at 146,089 miles on 24 Sept 2026, 6 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Sept 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 22 May 2014: 75,291 miles, lower than 80,532 miles on 23 May 2013.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
146,083 miles · 23 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
6 miles
Average per year
5,448 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 146,089 miles
  • 2025 – 142,869 miles
  • 2024 – 138,810 miles
  • 2023 – 135,407 miles
  • 2022 – 131,325 miles
  • 2021 – 127,807 miles
  • 2020 – 123,545 miles
  • 2019 – 117,541 miles
  • 2018 – 113,417 miles
  • 2017 – 105,490 miles
  • 2016 – 98,013 miles
  • 2015 – 87,909 miles
  • 2014 – 84,291 miles
  • 2013 – 80,532 miles
  • 2012 – 75,926 miles
  • 2011 – 70,431 miles
  • 2010 – 56,268 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass146,089 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (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.

  • Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both frontal suspension arm bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Engine cover and under trays fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

28 tests since 30 Mar 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass146,089 miles (+6)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    146,089 miles
    Test number
    922596298523
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  2. Fail146,083 miles (+3,214)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,083 miles
    Test number
    199729909595
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  3. Pass142,869 miles (+12)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    142,869 miles
    Test number
    117767557769
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both frontal suspension arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail142,857 miles (+4,047)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,857 miles
    Test number
    702058039284
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed Excessive amount of black smoke during acceleration (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both frontal suspension arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass138,810 miles (+3,403)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    138,810 miles
    Test number
    300527459102
    • AdvisoryChassis and suspension components corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass135,407 miles (+4,082)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    135,407 miles
    Test number
    746783964471
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  7. Pass131,325 miles (+14)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    131,325 miles
    Test number
    610448213900
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under trays fitted
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail131,311 miles (+3,504)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,311 miles
    Test number
    367363934914
    • MajorExhaust emits clearly visible black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under trays fitted
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass127,807 miles (+12)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    127,807 miles
    Test number
    888967381022
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail127,795 miles (+4,250)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,795 miles
    Test number
    281300414067
    • MajorExhaust emits clearly visible black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass123,545 miles (+52)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    123,545 miles
    Test number
    548853479373

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail123,493 miles (+5,952)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,493 miles
    Test number
    584063803751
    • DangerousOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage attachment bracket/mounting fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Inner and outer (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass117,541 miles (+4,124)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    117,541 miles
    Test number
    995609852595
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass113,417 miles (+12)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    113,417 miles
    Test number
    526534094343
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  15. Fail113,405 miles (+7,915)4 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,405 miles
    Test number
    366246687282
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • 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 Outer Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Side repeater light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth front headlight lenses deteriorated
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted obstructing view
    • AdvisoryRear parking brake performance out of balance

  16. Pass105,490 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2018
    Odometer
    105,490 miles
    Test number
    871047589300

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail105,490 miles (+7,477)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,490 miles
    Test number
    882790979911
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

  18. Pass98,013 miles (+10,104)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2017
    Odometer
    98,013 miles
    Test number
    342530765681

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass87,909 miles (+30)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2016
    Odometer
    87,909 miles
    Test number
    295964735415
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Fail87,879 miles (+3,588)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,879 miles
    Test number
    376231235123
    • FailureNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass84,291 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2015
    Odometer
    84,291 miles
    Test number
    215342744400

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail75,291 miles (-5,241)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,291 miles
    Test number
    945202044125
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

  23. Pass80,532 miles (+4,606)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2014
    Odometer
    80,532 miles
    Test number
    769153643118
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass75,926 miles (+5,495)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2013
    Odometer
    75,926 miles
    Test number
    156360852178
    • AdvisoryOffside Direction indicator has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.4.A.2c)
    • NoteADVISED CUSTOMER ADVISORY ITEMS NEED ATTENTION.
    • NoteOffside side mirror indicator lower lense slightly damaged

  25. Pass70,431 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2012
    Odometer
    70,431 miles
    Test number
    948177731175
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • NoteADVISED CUSTOMER ADVISORY ITEMS NEED ATTENTION.
    • NoteBoth front discs slightly corroded inner faces

  26. Fail70,431 miles (+14,163)1 dangerous1 failure4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,431 miles
    Test number
    655867231120
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • NoteADVISED CUSTOMER ADVISORY ITEMS NEED ATTENTION.
    • NoteBoth front discs slightly corroded inner faces

  27. Pass56,268 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    56,268 miles
    Test number
    342119180018
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteFront number plate showing wear

  28. Fail56,268 miles1 dangerous3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,268 miles
    Test number
    774559980055
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteFront number plate showing wear

Questions about V9 SSM

Does V9 SSM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V9 SSM is valid until 23 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on V9 SSM?
The MOT on V9 SSM is valid until 23 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V9 SSM done?
V9 SSM was recorded at 146,089 miles at its MOT on 24 Sept 2026, an average of 5,448 miles a year.
Has V9 SSM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V9 SSM has failed 11 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on V9 SSM ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 22 May 2014. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on V9 SSM find?
V9 SSM passed its latest MOT on 24 Sept 2026 with 5 advisories: exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 2 more.

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