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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Diesel · 2001 · 1,896 cc

X86 DPNMOT history

X86 DPN is a silver diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 26 Jan 2001. Its MOT is valid until 21 Oct 2027 and it has passed 22 of 36 MOT tests, with 146,197 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Oct 2026.

X86 DPN silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 21 Oct 2027
Mileage
146,197 mi
At MOT on 20 Oct 2026
MOT tests
36
22 passed · 14 failed
Per year
4,509 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X86 DPN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
26 Jan 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X86 DPN was last recorded at 146,197 miles on 20 Oct 2026, 662 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
145,535 miles · 22 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
662 miles
Average per year
4,509 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 146,197 miles
  • 2025 – 145,535 miles
  • 2024 – 145,224 miles
  • 2023 – 144,317 miles
  • 2022 – 143,396 miles
  • 2021 – 142,438 miles
  • 2020 – 141,597 miles
  • 2019 – 139,958 miles
  • 2018 – 138,407 miles
  • 2017 – 135,305 miles
  • 2016 – 132,809 miles
  • 2015 – 128,161 miles
  • 2014 – 122,702 miles
  • 2013 – 117,904 miles
  • 2012 – 113,835 miles
  • 2011 – 103,867 miles
  • 2010 – 93,696 miles
  • 2009 – 82,358 miles
  • 2008 – 72,840 miles
  • 2007 – 63,326 miles
  • 2006 – 53,563 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass146,197 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill inner and outer (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2017

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 damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor4 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2024

Full MOT history

36 tests since 4 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass146,197 miles2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    146,197 miles
    Test number
    807132126952
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill inner and outer (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Fail146,197 miles (+662)1 repaired2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,197 miles
    Test number
    978569840909
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill inner and outer (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Pass145,535 miles (+28)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    145,535 miles
    Test number
    417635641333
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Fail145,507 miles (+283)4 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,507 miles
    Test number
    559769800209
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass145,224 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    145,224 miles
    Test number
    210334729805
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Fail145,224 miles (+907)1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,224 miles
    Test number
    368836721613
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass144,317 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    144,317 miles
    Test number
    913871085589
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Fail144,317 miles (+921)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,317 miles
    Test number
    106603422914
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass143,396 miles (+958)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    143,396 miles
    Test number
    141174092254
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  10. Pass142,438 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    142,438 miles
    Test number
    126133323206
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  11. Fail142,438 miles (+132)1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,438 miles
    Test number
    665028722327
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  12. Pass142,306 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    142,306 miles
    Test number
    607381605093
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  13. Fail142,306 miles (+709)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,306 miles
    Test number
    797877745133
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  14. Pass141,597 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    141,597 miles
    Test number
    254933296274
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  15. Fail141,595 miles (+1,637)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,595 miles
    Test number
    237327900739
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  16. Pass139,958 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    139,958 miles
    Test number
    874422980998
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  17. Fail139,956 miles (+1,549)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,956 miles
    Test number
    117999397885
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  18. Pass138,407 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    138,407 miles
    Test number
    326297488487
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake hoses are slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryBoth front lower suspension arm bushes deteriorated
    • AdvisoryPlay in both front suspension top mounts
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded

  19. Fail138,407 miles (+3,102)1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,407 miles
    Test number
    335317104438
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake hoses are slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryBoth front lower suspension arm bushes deteriorated
    • AdvisoryPlay in both front suspension top mounts
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded

  20. Pass135,305 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    135,305 miles
    Test number
    115619343407
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake hoses are slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryBoth front lower suspension arm bushes are deteriorated
    • AdvisoryPlay in both front suspension top mounts
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded

  21. Fail135,305 miles (+2,496)2 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,305 miles
    Test number
    225465243203
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake hoses are slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryBoth front lower suspension arm bushes are deteriorated
    • AdvisoryPlay in both front suspension top mounts
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded

  22. Pass132,809 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    132,809 miles
    Test number
    597588738530
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisorySlight play in inner steering rack joints
    • AdvisorySlight play in top mounts

  23. Fail132,809 miles (+4,648)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,809 miles
    Test number
    665053960765
    • Repaired at testNearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisorySlight play in inner steering rack joints
    • AdvisorySlight play in top mounts

  24. Pass128,161 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    128,161 miles
    Test number
    357937995078
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  25. Fail128,154 miles (+5,452)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,154 miles
    Test number
    555577795067
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  26. Pass122,702 miles (+4,798)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    122,702 miles
    Test number
    187091594413

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass117,904 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    117,904 miles
    Test number
    119979773445
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth rear shock absorbers shrouds detached

  28. Fail117,897 miles (+4,062)1 dangerous1 failure3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,897 miles
    Test number
    667529373002
    • DangerousNearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth rear shock absorbers shrouds detached

  29. Pass113,835 miles (+9,968)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    113,835 miles
    Test number
    188885592008
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  30. Pass103,867 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    103,867 miles
    Test number
    248914271013
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • NoteBoth rear shock absorber shrouds detached

  31. Fail103,861 miles (+10,165)1 dangerous1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,861 miles
    Test number
    415164471034
    • DangerousOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • NoteBoth rear shock absorber shrouds detached

  32. Pass93,696 miles (+11,338)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    93,696 miles
    Test number
    101622180054
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  33. Pass82,358 miles (+9,518)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    82,358 miles
    Test number
    162261099048
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteRear shock absorber shrouds loose

  34. Pass72,840 miles (+9,514)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    72,840 miles
    Test number
    820021298040
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteRear shock absorber shrouds detached

  35. Pass63,326 miles (+9,763)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    63,326 miles
    Test number
    394638187009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  36. Pass53,563 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    53,563 miles
    Test number
    882434396052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X86 DPN

Does X86 DPN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X86 DPN is valid until 21 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on X86 DPN?
The MOT on X86 DPN is valid until 21 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X86 DPN done?
X86 DPN was recorded at 146,197 miles at its MOT on 20 Oct 2026, an average of 4,509 miles a year.
Has X86 DPN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X86 DPN has failed 14 of its 36 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on X86 DPN 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 X86 DPN find?
X86 DPN passed its latest MOT on 20 Oct 2026 with 2 minor defects and 10 advisories: nearside windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened, and 9 more.

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