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Grey · Petrol · 2011 · 1,984 cc

J16 KYBMOT history

J16 KYB is a grey petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 30 Jul 2011. Its MOT is valid until 22 Mar 2027 and it has passed 12 of 18 MOT tests, with 96,516 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Mar 2026.

J16 KYB grey Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 22 Mar 2027
Mileage
96,516 mi
At MOT on 23 Mar 2026
MOT tests
18
12 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,777 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
J16 KYB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
30 Jul 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

J16 KYB was last recorded at 96,516 miles on 23 Mar 2026, 7 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
96,509 miles · 19 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
7 miles
Average per year
6,777 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 96,516 miles
  • 2025 – 93,468 miles
  • 2024 – 88,808 miles
  • 2023 – 82,617 miles
  • 2022 – 75,042 miles
  • 2021 – 66,606 miles
  • 2019 – 48,683 miles
  • 2018 – 43,101 miles
  • 2017 – 38,190 miles
  • 2016 – 31,706 miles
  • 2015 – 24,356 miles
  • 2014 – 17,230 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass96,516 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryHandbrake poor.

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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

18 tests since 11 Jul 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass96,516 miles (+7)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    96,516 miles
    Test number
    958961441731
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake poor.

  2. Fail96,509 miles (+3,041)3 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,509 miles
    Test number
    277512997812
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass93,468 miles (+4,660)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    93,468 miles
    Test number
    524803479297
    • 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 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass88,808 miles (+28)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    88,808 miles
    Test number
    531726036319
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper high level stop lamp inop.

  5. Fail88,780 miles (+6,163)8 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,780 miles
    Test number
    986453323993
    • MajorCentral Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • 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))

  6. Pass82,617 miles (+7,575)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    82,617 miles
    Test number
    837090556164
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  7. Pass75,042 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    75,042 miles
    Test number
    171400901225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail75,042 miles (+8,436)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,042 miles
    Test number
    928813455179
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass66,606 miles (+17,923)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    66,606 miles
    Test number
    477412968921

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass48,683 miles (+5,582)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    48,683 miles
    Test number
    827366538686

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass43,101 miles (+4,911)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    43,101 miles
    Test number
    562162126830
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Small Chip in Lower section Drivers Side (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  12. Pass38,190 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    38,190 miles
    Test number
    280172511959

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail38,190 miles (+6,484)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,190 miles
    Test number
    685052074984
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass31,706 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    31,706 miles
    Test number
    638974018345

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail31,706 miles (+7,350)1 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,706 miles
    Test number
    107099771254
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  16. Fail24,356 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,356 miles
    Test number
    409551115223
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  17. Pass24,356 miles (+7,126)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    24,356 miles
    Test number
    685511915247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass17,230 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    17,230 miles
    Test number
    399812294155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about J16 KYB

Does J16 KYB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on J16 KYB is valid until 22 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on J16 KYB?
The MOT on J16 KYB is valid until 22 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has J16 KYB done?
J16 KYB was recorded at 96,516 miles at its MOT on 23 Mar 2026, an average of 6,777 miles a year.
Has J16 KYB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. J16 KYB has failed 6 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on J16 KYB 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 J16 KYB find?
J16 KYB passed its latest MOT on 23 Mar 2026 with 2 advisories: front inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; handbrake poor..

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