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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 1,968 cc

C5 OCYMOT history

C5 OCY is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 21 Jan 2008. Its MOT is valid until 4 Mar 2027 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 154,286 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Feb 2026.

C5 OCY black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 4 Mar 2027
Mileage
154,286 mi
At MOT on 6 Feb 2026
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,874 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
C5 OCY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
21 Jan 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

C5 OCY was last recorded at 154,286 miles on 6 Feb 2026, 3,541 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
150,745 miles · 14 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
3,541 miles
Average per year
2,874 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 154,286 miles
  • 2025 – 150,745 miles
  • 2024 – 147,112 miles
  • 2023 – 143,330 miles
  • 2022 – 139,493 miles
  • 2021 – 136,613 miles
  • 2020 – 134,736 miles
  • 2019 – 131,976 miles
  • 2017 – 128,753 miles
  • 2016 – 125,925 miles
  • 2015 – 121,588 miles
  • 2014 – 120,308 miles
  • 2013 – 117,920 miles
  • 2012 – 115,904 miles
  • 2011 – 111,542 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass154,286 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

19 tests since 25 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass154,286 miles (+3,541)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    154,286 miles
    Test number
    276045122793

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass150,745 miles (+3,633)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    150,745 miles
    Test number
    710980118030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass147,112 miles (+3,782)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    147,112 miles
    Test number
    674869028215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass143,330 miles (+3,837)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    143,330 miles
    Test number
    670612986447

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass139,493 miles (+2,880)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    139,493 miles
    Test number
    343189288776

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass136,613 miles (+17)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    136,613 miles
    Test number
    321220111346
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Fail136,596 miles (+1,860)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,596 miles
    Test number
    914115222810
    • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass134,736 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    134,736 miles
    Test number
    711336292213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail134,736 miles (+2,760)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,736 miles
    Test number
    803590847039
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass131,976 miles (+3,223)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    131,976 miles
    Test number
    539162977911
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover, under-trays

  11. Pass128,753 miles (+2,828)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    128,753 miles
    Test number
    446611455648
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryEngine cover, under-trays and sill covers fitted
    • AdvisorySmoke readings are high

  12. Pass125,925 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    125,925 miles
    Test number
    249689753917
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under-trays fitted

  13. Fail125,925 miles (+4,337)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,925 miles
    Test number
    494023712653
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 19" (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under-trays fitted

  14. Pass121,588 miles (+1,280)4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    121,588 miles
    Test number
    638111715201
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteOffside wiper blade
    • NoteSmoke readings high

  15. Pass120,308 miles (+2,388)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    120,308 miles
    Test number
    808390244251
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass117,920 miles (+2,016)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    117,920 miles
    Test number
    498899473049
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteWheel alignment requres checking

  17. Pass115,904 miles (+12)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    115,904 miles
    Test number
    725913882001
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteNearside rear tyre wearing on the inside edge

  18. Fail115,892 miles (+4,350)3 dangerous3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,892 miles
    Test number
    248109472014
    • DangerousNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteNearside rear tyre wearing on the inside edge

  19. Pass111,542 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    111,542 miles
    Test number
    137494481047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about C5 OCY

Does C5 OCY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on C5 OCY is valid until 4 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on C5 OCY?
The MOT on C5 OCY is valid until 4 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has C5 OCY done?
C5 OCY was recorded at 154,286 miles at its MOT on 6 Feb 2026, an average of 2,874 miles a year.
Has C5 OCY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. C5 OCY has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Feb 2021.
Has the mileage on C5 OCY 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 OCY find?
C5 OCY passed its latest MOT on 6 Feb 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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