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Volkswagen Golf

Grey · Diesel · 2003 · 1,896 cc

K18 KCYMOT history

K18 KCY is a grey diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 4 Sept 2003. Its MOT is valid until 9 Dec 2026 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 179,331 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Dec 2025.

K18 KCY grey Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 9 Dec 2026
Mileage
179,331 mi
At MOT on 10 Dec 2025
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,916 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K18 KCY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
4 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
10 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

K18 KCY was last recorded at 179,331 miles on 10 Dec 2025, 17 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
179,314 miles · 14 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
17 miles
Average per year
6,916 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 179,331 miles
  • 2024 – 167,081 miles
  • 2023 – 158,250 miles
  • 2022 – 154,119 miles
  • 2021 – 154,098 miles
  • 2020 – 153,740 miles
  • 2019 – 148,606 miles
  • 2018 – 143,778 miles
  • 2017 – 132,171 miles
  • 2016 – 122,682 miles
  • 2015 – 113,093 miles
  • 2014 – 105,617 miles
  • 2013 – 97,961 miles
  • 2012 – 89,598 miles
  • 2011 – 82,042 miles
  • 2009 – 76,769 miles
  • 2008 – 66,529 miles
  • 2007 – 55,625 miles
  • 2006 – 46,079 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass179,331 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.

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2014

  • Headlamp levelling device inoperative

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2025

Full MOT history

27 tests since 4 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass179,331 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    179,331 miles
    Test number
    682354561006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail179,314 miles (+12,233)3 dangerous6 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,314 miles
    Test number
    306224376715
    • DangerousNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed timing belt replacement history unknown (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside front lower wishbone rear bush deteriorated
  3. Pass167,081 miles (+17)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    167,081 miles
    Test number
    674484800223
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  4. Fail167,064 miles (+8,814)2 dangerous5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,064 miles
    Test number
    919173625443
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (3.3 (c))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  5. Pass158,250 miles4 minor
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    158,250 miles
    Test number
    704550989304
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
  6. Fail158,250 miles (+4,131)1 repaired4 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,250 miles
    Test number
    492664906774
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
  7. Pass154,119 miles (+21)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    154,119 miles
    Test number
    443915579634
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  8. Fail154,098 miles (+358)1 dangerous5 major3 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,098 miles
    Test number
    156412445783
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements excessively damaged (0.1 (d))
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements obscured (0.1 (d))
    • MinorNearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  9. Pass153,740 miles1 minor14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    153,740 miles
    Test number
    702413418817
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view crack in the nearside of the windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damaged (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated flexi hose (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear most bush, bonding starting too break down (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged door mirror glass damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn heavily on the outer shoulder (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre tread wearing low
    • AdvisoryNearside outer sill is damaged/distorted
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre tread wearing low
    • AdvisoryOffside outer sill is damaged/distorted
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
  10. Fail153,740 miles (+5,134)2 repaired1 minor14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,740 miles
    Test number
    688897127176
    • Repaired at testElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view crack in the nearside of the windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damaged (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated flexi hose (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear most bush, bonding starting too break down (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged door mirror glass damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn heavily on the outer shoulder (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre tread wearing low
    • AdvisoryNearside outer sill is damaged/distorted
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre tread wearing low
    • AdvisoryOffside outer sill is damaged/distorted
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
  11. Pass148,606 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    148,606 miles
    Test number
    666536594213
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view crack on the nearside of the windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust rear silencer is heavily deteriorated
  12. Fail148,606 miles (+4,828)4 major1 repaired1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,606 miles
    Test number
    855121851954
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view crack on the nearside of the windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust rear silencer is heavily deteriorated
  13. Pass143,778 miles (+11,607)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    143,778 miles
    Test number
    414092855680
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread slightly damaged (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront windscreen wiper blades smearing in use
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play limit of acceptable play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake is showing signs of excess heat/binding
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust rear silencer deteriorated/outer skin breaking up
  14. Pass132,171 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    132,171 miles
    Test number
    749760984316
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive outer sill (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
  15. Fail132,171 miles (+9,489)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,171 miles
    Test number
    123908713857
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear most bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive outer sill (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
  16. Pass122,682 miles (+32)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    122,682 miles
    Test number
    402431864563
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush inner bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front plastic inner wheel lining is damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing is noisy
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush inner bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear most bush heavily deteriorated/splitting (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust rear silencer slightly deteriorated
  17. Fail122,650 miles (+9,557)4 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,650 miles
    Test number
    399362060518
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp insecure broken top brackets (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid no screen wash from nearside or offside jets (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush inner bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front plastic inner wheel lining is damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush inner bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear most bush heavily deteriorated/splitting (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust rear silencer slightly deteriorated
  18. Pass113,093 miles (+7,476)11 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    113,093 miles
    Test number
    937837895025
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteExhaust centre section 'v' support clamp broken
  19. Pass105,617 miles (+7,656)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    105,617 miles
    Test number
    186592404168
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteFront brake pads wearing thin
  20. Pass97,961 miles (+8,363)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    97,961 miles
    Test number
    625162153089
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • 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
  21. Pass89,598 miles (+7,556)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    89,598 miles
    Test number
    385449842096
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteRear brake discs are worn, scored & pitted.
  22. Pass82,042 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    82,042 miles
    Test number
    538290051096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail82,042 miles (+5,273)4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,042 miles
    Test number
    595420651038
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
  24. Pass76,769 miles (+10,240)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    76,769 miles
    Test number
    301637459206
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  25. Pass66,529 miles (+10,904)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    66,529 miles
    Test number
    333277228236
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteFront brake discs pitting on inner surface
  26. Pass55,625 miles (+9,546)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    55,625 miles
    Test number
    180950157231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass46,079 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    46,079 miles
    Test number
    872967546217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K18 KCY

Does K18 KCY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K18 KCY is valid until 9 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on K18 KCY?
The MOT on K18 KCY is valid until 9 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K18 KCY done?
K18 KCY was recorded at 179,331 miles at its MOT on 10 Dec 2025, an average of 6,916 miles a year.
Has K18 KCY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K18 KCY has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on K18 KCY 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 K18 KCY find?
K18 KCY passed its latest MOT on 10 Dec 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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