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Volkswagen Golf

Red · Diesel · 2006 · 1,968 cc

121 SECMOT history

121 SEC is a red diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 31 Oct 2006. Its MOT is valid until 2 Sept 2027 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 136,908 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Sept 2026.

121 SEC red Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Golf, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 2 Sept 2027
Mileage
136,908 mi
At MOT on 1 Sept 2026
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,987 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
121 SEC
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
31 Oct 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

121 SEC was last recorded at 136,908 miles on 1 Sept 2026, 13,795 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
123,113 miles · 2 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
13,795 miles
Average per year
6,987 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 136,908 miles
  • 2025 – 123,113 miles
  • 2024 – 107,828 miles
  • 2023 – 95,119 miles
  • 2022 – 84,788 miles
  • 2021 – 83,875 miles
  • 2020 – 83,072 miles
  • 2019 – 79,063 miles
  • 2018 – 71,618 miles
  • 2017 – 64,530 miles
  • 2016 – 58,498 miles
  • 2015 – 50,245 miles
  • 2014 – 45,085 miles
  • 2013 – 37,604 miles
  • 2012 – 31,630 miles
  • 2011 – 26,257 miles
  • 2009 – 19,098 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass136,908 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower 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))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019

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)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • EML light on

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front Window damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

22 tests since 21 Oct 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass136,908 miles (+13,795)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    136,908 miles
    Test number
    354395012361
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower 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))
  2. Pass123,113 miles (+15,285)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    123,113 miles
    Test number
    943842742458
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  3. Pass107,828 miles (+12,709)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    107,828 miles
    Test number
    176396678139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass95,119 miles (+10,331)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    95,119 miles
    Test number
    719317099691

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass84,788 miles2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    84,788 miles
    Test number
    607693864537
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Window damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEML light on
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Smooth (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Smooth (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Back bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Smooth (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Fail84,788 miles (+913)2 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,788 miles
    Test number
    526208170166
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Window damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEML light on
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both Back bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Smooth (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Smooth (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Smooth (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass83,875 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    83,875 miles
    Test number
    785618087475
    • AdvisoryAll tyres worn on the inside edges
    • AdvisoryEML on
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Back bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush as slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Back bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  8. Fail83,875 miles (+803)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,875 miles
    Test number
    386115370565
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll tyres worn on the inside edges
    • AdvisoryEML on
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Back bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Back bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  9. Pass83,072 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    83,072 miles
    Test number
    626524235700

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail83,072 miles (+4,009)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,072 miles
    Test number
    722970255724
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
  11. Pass79,063 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    79,063 miles
    Test number
    829380681007
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  12. Fail79,063 miles (+7,445)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,063 miles
    Test number
    442654977273
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Anti-lock braking system wiring excessively damaged (1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  13. Pass71,618 miles (+7,088)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    71,618 miles
    Test number
    306150867677

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass64,530 miles (+6,032)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2018
    Odometer
    64,530 miles
    Test number
    430119798787

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass58,498 miles (+8,253)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2017
    Odometer
    58,498 miles
    Test number
    309547516264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass50,245 miles (+5,160)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2016
    Odometer
    50,245 miles
    Test number
    968117205173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass45,085 miles (+7,481)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2015
    Odometer
    45,085 miles
    Test number
    237812124147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass37,604 miles (+19)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    37,604 miles
    Test number
    477831723165
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  19. Fail37,585 miles (+5,955)2 failures1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,585 miles
    Test number
    766150623103
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  20. Pass31,630 miles (+5,373)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    31,630 miles
    Test number
    898087002172
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • Note2 x front windows tinted
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
  21. Pass26,257 miles (+7,159)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    26,257 miles
    Test number
    249808911488
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • Note2 x front windows tinted
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteOffside front tyre cut on wall
  22. Pass19,098 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    19,098 miles
    Test number
    703614299234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about 121 SEC

What vehicle is registration 121 SEC currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 121 SEC on a red diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 31 Oct 2006. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does 121 SEC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 121 SEC is valid until 2 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on 121 SEC?
The MOT on 121 SEC is valid until 2 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 121 SEC done?
121 SEC was recorded at 136,908 miles at its MOT on 1 Sept 2026, an average of 6,987 miles a year.
Has 121 SEC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 121 SEC has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on 121 SEC 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 121 SEC find?
121 SEC passed its latest MOT on 1 Sept 2026 with 3 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both; nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; oil leak, but not excessive.

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