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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 2012 · 1,390 cc

C5 TGWMOT history

C5 TGW is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 23 Nov 2012. Its MOT is valid until 17 Mar 2027 and it has passed 10 of 12 MOT tests, with 101,647 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Mar 2026.

C5 TGW black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 17 Mar 2027
Mileage
101,647 mi
At MOT on 17 Mar 2026
MOT tests
12
10 passed · 2 failed
Per year
7,146 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
C5 TGW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
23 Nov 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

C5 TGW was last recorded at 101,647 miles on 17 Mar 2026, 3,128 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
98,519 miles · 14 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
3,128 miles
Average per year
7,146 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 101,647 miles
  • 2025 – 98,519 miles
  • 2024 – 92,621 miles
  • 2023 – 88,607 miles
  • 2022 – 81,285 miles
  • 2020 – 69,691 miles
  • 2019 – 56,025 miles
  • 2018 – 41,884 miles
  • 2016 – 36,554 miles
  • 2015 – 27,707 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass101,647 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.

  • Slight damage to offside outer sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

12 tests since 11 Nov 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass101,647 miles (+3,128)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    101,647 miles
    Test number
    206991892796

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass98,519 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    98,519 miles
    Test number
    950775714469

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail98,519 miles (+5,898)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,519 miles
    Test number
    261799180294
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective Seal split (6.1.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass92,621 miles (+4,014)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    92,621 miles
    Test number
    235826300425
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass88,607 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    88,607 miles
    Test number
    728677044786
    • AdvisorySlight damage to offside outer sill

  6. Fail88,602 miles (+7,317)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,602 miles
    Test number
    330848916497
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisorySlight damage to offside outer sill

  7. Pass81,285 miles (+11,594)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    81,285 miles
    Test number
    924413509940
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass69,691 miles (+13,666)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    69,691 miles
    Test number
    705675833761
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted to underside of vehicle

  9. Pass56,025 miles (+14,141)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    56,025 miles
    Test number
    779115445663
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass41,884 miles (+5,330)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    41,884 miles
    Test number
    874083569101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass36,554 miles (+8,847)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    36,554 miles
    Test number
    107197085671

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass27,707 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    27,707 miles
    Test number
    371738314551

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about C5 TGW

Does C5 TGW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on C5 TGW is valid until 17 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on C5 TGW?
The MOT on C5 TGW is valid until 17 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 TGW done?
C5 TGW was recorded at 101,647 miles at its MOT on 17 Mar 2026, an average of 7,146 miles a year.
Has C5 TGW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. C5 TGW has failed 2 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on C5 TGW 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 TGW find?
C5 TGW passed its latest MOT on 17 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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