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Blue · Diesel · 2017 · 1,968 cc

C5 AKJMOT history

C5 AKJ is a blue diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 13 Jan 2017. Its MOT is valid until 15 Jan 2027 and it has passed 7 of 8 MOT tests, with 57,256 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jan 2026.

C5 AKJ blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 15 Jan 2027
Mileage
57,256 mi
At MOT on 16 Jan 2026
MOT tests
8
7 passed · 1 failed
Per year
5,601 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
C5 AKJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2017
First used
13 Jan 2017
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

C5 AKJ was last recorded at 57,256 miles on 16 Jan 2026, 96 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
57,160 miles · 12 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
96 miles
Average per year
5,601 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 57,256 miles
  • 2024 – 47,783 miles
  • 2022 – 33,872 miles
  • 2021 – 26,752 miles
  • 2020 – 23,537 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass57,256 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))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.

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

8 tests since 9 Jan 2020, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass57,256 miles (+96)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    57,256 miles
    Test number
    190958250142
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  2. Fail57,160 miles (+9,377)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,160 miles
    Test number
    936256856101
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  3. Pass47,783 miles (+7,008)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    47,783 miles
    Test number
    676190601961

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass40,775 miles (+6,903)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    40,775 miles
    Test number
    332429148226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass33,872 miles (+3,770)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    33,872 miles
    Test number
    269219749043
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass30,102 miles (+3,350)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    30,102 miles
    Test number
    286076065079
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass26,752 miles (+3,215)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    26,752 miles
    Test number
    820258826687

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass23,537 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    23,537 miles
    Test number
    392239303709

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about C5 AKJ

Does C5 AKJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on C5 AKJ is valid until 15 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on C5 AKJ?
The MOT on C5 AKJ is valid until 15 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has C5 AKJ done?
C5 AKJ was recorded at 57,256 miles at its MOT on 16 Jan 2026, an average of 5,601 miles a year.
Has C5 AKJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. C5 AKJ has failed 1 of its 8 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on C5 AKJ 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 C5 AKJ find?
C5 AKJ passed its latest MOT on 16 Jan 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front road wheel slightly distorted; offside rear service brake binding but not excessively.

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