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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2014 · 1,968 cc

J6 SBUMOT history

J6 SBU is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 28 Jun 2014. Its MOT is valid until 9 Jul 2027 and it has passed 10 of 12 MOT tests, with 163,440 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Jul 2026.

J6 SBU black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 9 Jul 2027
Mileage
163,440 mi
At MOT on 10 Jul 2026
MOT tests
12
10 passed · 2 failed
Per year
12,176 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
J6 SBU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2014
First used
28 Jun 2014
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

J6 SBU was last recorded at 163,440 miles on 10 Jul 2026, 56 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
163,384 miles · 6 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
56 miles
Average per year
12,176 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 163,440 miles
  • 2025 – 149,814 miles
  • 2024 – 136,258 miles
  • 2023 – 123,297 miles
  • 2022 – 113,218 miles
  • 2021 – 105,178 miles
  • 2020 – 98,497 miles
  • 2019 – 85,137 miles
  • 2018 – 69,000 miles
  • 2017 – 53,100 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass163,440 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 Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2025–2026

Full MOT history

12 tests since 17 Jun 2017, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass163,440 miles (+56)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    163,440 miles
    Test number
    139349315783

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail163,384 miles (+13,570)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,384 miles
    Test number
    197177126944
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Pass149,814 miles2 minor
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    149,814 miles
    Test number
    232118812749
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  4. Fail149,814 miles (+13,556)1 dangerous2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,814 miles
    Test number
    159873384952
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Puncture, leaking air.
  5. Pass136,258 miles (+12,961)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    136,258 miles
    Test number
    107978299330

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass123,297 miles (+10,079)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    123,297 miles
    Test number
    205141776384
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre x3
  7. Pass113,218 miles (+8,040)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    113,218 miles
    Test number
    304776018459
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.8mm (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Pass105,178 miles (+6,681)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    105,178 miles
    Test number
    123326034909
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  9. Pass98,497 miles (+13,360)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    98,497 miles
    Test number
    304663010571

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass85,137 miles (+16,137)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    85,137 miles
    Test number
    897428750686
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre on 3 mm. and slightly wearing on inner tread area.
  11. Pass69,000 miles (+15,900)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    69,000 miles
    Test number
    445164844660
    • AdvisoryPassed emission test with low smoke levels
  12. Pass53,100 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    53,100 miles
    Test number
    296819245673
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNo emissions pick up clear

Questions about J6 SBU

Does J6 SBU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on J6 SBU is valid until 9 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on J6 SBU?
The MOT on J6 SBU is valid until 9 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has J6 SBU done?
J6 SBU was recorded at 163,440 miles at its MOT on 10 Jul 2026, an average of 12,176 miles a year.
Has J6 SBU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. J6 SBU has failed 2 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on J6 SBU 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 J6 SBU find?
J6 SBU passed its latest MOT on 10 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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