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Volkswagen Golf

Grey · Diesel · 2016 · 1,598 cc

X17 FRDMOT history

X17 FRD is a grey diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 14 Oct 2016. Its MOT is valid until 13 Nov 2026 and it has passed 7 of 11 MOT tests, with 116,050 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Oct 2025.

X17 FRD grey Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 13 Nov 2026
Mileage
116,050 mi
At MOT on 29 Oct 2025
MOT tests
11
7 passed · 4 failed
Per year
14,087 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X17 FRD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
14 Oct 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
29 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

X17 FRD was last recorded at 116,050 miles on 29 Oct 2025, 12,801 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
103,249 miles · 14 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
12,801 miles
Average per year
14,087 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 116,050 miles
  • 2024 – 103,249 miles
  • 2023 – 84,943 miles
  • 2022 – 68,219 miles
  • 2021 – 53,439 miles
  • 2020 – 41,169 miles
  • 2019 – 30,233 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass116,050 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All Front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

11 tests since 26 Sept 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass116,050 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    116,050 miles
    Test number
    327969393643
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All Front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  2. Fail116,050 miles (+12,801)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,050 miles
    Test number
    317954890547
    • DangerousFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All Front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  3. Pass103,249 miles (+318)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    103,249 miles
    Test number
    236601742148
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light on
    • AdvisoryFront grille damage.
  4. Fail102,931 miles (+17,988)1 dangerous1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,931 miles
    Test number
    265890602040
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer face. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.8mm tread and worn inner (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light on
    • AdvisoryFront grille damage.
  5. Pass84,943 miles (+16,724)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    84,943 miles
    Test number
    914446278980
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass68,219 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    68,219 miles
    Test number
    620784942093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail68,217 miles (+14,778)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,217 miles
    Test number
    947137242573
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  8. Pass53,439 miles (+12,270)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    53,439 miles
    Test number
    948727018903

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass41,169 miles (+10,936)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    41,169 miles
    Test number
    938691047825
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  10. Pass30,233 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    30,233 miles
    Test number
    836235277694

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail30,233 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,233 miles
    Test number
    760974840874
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both rubbers badly torn (3.4 (b) (ii))

Questions about X17 FRD

Does X17 FRD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X17 FRD is valid until 13 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on X17 FRD?
The MOT on X17 FRD is valid until 13 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X17 FRD done?
X17 FRD was recorded at 116,050 miles at its MOT on 29 Oct 2025, an average of 14,087 miles a year.
Has X17 FRD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X17 FRD has failed 4 of its 11 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on X17 FRD 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 X17 FRD find?
X17 FRD passed its latest MOT on 29 Oct 2025 with 4 advisories: brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all front and rear; nearside rear road wheel slightly distorted; offside rear shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect, and 1 more.

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