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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Petrol · 2007 · 3,200 cc

C5 BGNMOT history

C5 BGN is a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 25 Sept 2007. Its MOT is valid until 17 Oct 2027 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 96,902 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Oct 2026.

C5 BGN blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 17 Oct 2027
Mileage
96,902 mi
At MOT on 17 Oct 2026
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,630 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
C5 BGN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,200 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
25 Sept 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

C5 BGN was last recorded at 96,902 miles on 17 Oct 2026, 20 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Oct 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
96,882 miles · 16 Oct 2026
Between the last two tests
20 miles
Average per year
4,630 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 96,902 miles
  • 2025 – 87,261 miles
  • 2024 – 77,987 miles
  • 2023 – 74,183 miles
  • 2022 – 72,089 miles
  • 2021 – 67,968 miles
  • 2020 – 59,916 miles
  • 2019 – 53,956 miles
  • 2018 – 47,880 miles
  • 2017 – 40,220 miles
  • 2016 – 38,873 miles
  • 2015 – 36,432 miles
  • 2014 – 34,526 miles
  • 2013 – 32,727 miles
  • 2012 – 29,210 miles
  • 2011 – 25,684 miles
  • 2010 – 22,460 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass96,902 miles
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (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.

  • Nearside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Driveshaft seal slight leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Driveshaft seal slight leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

22 tests since 18 Sept 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass96,902 miles (+20)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    96,902 miles
    Test number
    844016102169
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail96,882 miles (+9,621)1 dangerous3 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,882 miles
    Test number
    173290167215
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested no image (4.1.2 (b))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass87,261 miles (+9,274)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    87,261 miles
    Test number
    928063203436
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass77,987 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    77,987 miles
    Test number
    291033345828
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail77,987 miles (+3,804)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,987 miles
    Test number
    302221882482
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass74,183 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    74,183 miles
    Test number
    489221906432

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail74,183 miles (+2,094)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,183 miles
    Test number
    760368067579
    • DangerousFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Both front (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Cv boot insecure (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

  8. Pass72,089 miles (+4,121)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    72,089 miles
    Test number
    465361613029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass67,968 miles (+179)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    67,968 miles
    Test number
    968721739488
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Driveshaft seal slight leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Driveshaft seal slight leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail67,789 miles (+7,873)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,789 miles
    Test number
    766902822543
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Driveshaft seal slight leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Driveshaft seal slight leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass59,916 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    59,916 miles
    Test number
    731952369713

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail59,914 miles (+5,958)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,914 miles
    Test number
    125757886274
    • DangerousNearside Rear Outer Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

  13. Pass53,956 miles (+6,076)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    53,956 miles
    Test number
    408809049255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass47,880 miles (+7,660)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    47,880 miles
    Test number
    606336906036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass40,220 miles (+1,347)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    40,220 miles
    Test number
    303500816846

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass38,873 miles (+2,441)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    38,873 miles
    Test number
    332336620806
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under tray present impeding inspection of certain components.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Wishbone rear pivot bush perishing. (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Wishbone rear pivot bush perishing. (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear axle nearside drive shaft oil seal weeping.

  17. Pass36,432 miles (+1,906)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    36,432 miles
    Test number
    305965109442
    • AdvisoryFront tyres have splits and cracks on the inner and outer walls

  18. Pass34,526 miles (+1,799)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    34,526 miles
    Test number
    509694084267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass32,727 miles (+3,517)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    32,727 miles
    Test number
    355306963413

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass29,210 miles (+3,526)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    29,210 miles
    Test number
    498788762210
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Pass25,684 miles (+3,224)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    25,684 miles
    Test number
    278245861274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass22,460 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    22,460 miles
    Test number
    133341960240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about C5 BGN

Does C5 BGN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on C5 BGN is valid until 17 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on C5 BGN?
The MOT on C5 BGN is valid until 17 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has C5 BGN done?
C5 BGN was recorded at 96,902 miles at its MOT on 17 Oct 2026, an average of 4,630 miles a year.
Has C5 BGN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. C5 BGN has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on C5 BGN 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 BGN find?
C5 BGN passed its latest MOT on 17 Oct 2026 with 1 minor defect: registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources.

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