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Volkswagen Golf

Grey · Diesel · 2009 · 1,968 cc

K21 RKSMOT history

K21 RKS is a grey diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 5 May 2009. Its MOT is valid until 18 Jun 2027 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 149,890 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Jun 2026.

K21 RKS grey Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 18 Jun 2027
Mileage
149,890 mi
At MOT on 11 Jun 2026
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
8,952 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K21 RKS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
5 May 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K21 RKS was last recorded at 149,890 miles on 11 Jun 2026, 6,058 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
143,832 miles · 19 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
6,058 miles
Average per year
8,952 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 149,890 miles
  • 2025 – 143,832 miles
  • 2024 – 140,354 miles
  • 2023 – 134,215 miles
  • 2022 – 127,009 miles
  • 2021 – 111,973 miles
  • 2020 – 108,458 miles
  • 2019 – 97,705 miles
  • 2018 – 84,511 miles
  • 2017 – 68,711 miles
  • 2016 – 55,934 miles
  • 2015 – 44,064 miles
  • 2014 – 37,398 miles
  • 2013 – 28,592 miles
  • 2012 – 23,588 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass149,890 miles
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Offside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface

    Minor3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Compliance bushes

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

22 tests since 2 May 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass149,890 miles (+6,058)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    149,890 miles
    Test number
    232167085929
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass143,832 miles (+3,478)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    143,832 miles
    Test number
    249582012733
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass140,354 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    140,354 miles
    Test number
    995821484370
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  4. Fail140,354 miles (+6,139)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,354 miles
    Test number
    655167270980
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  5. Pass134,215 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    134,215 miles
    Test number
    656373449933
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged

  6. Fail134,215 miles (+7,206)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,215 miles
    Test number
    136037224996
    • MajorCentral Exhaust system insecure sleeve (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged

  7. Pass127,009 miles (+15,036)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    127,009 miles
    Test number
    452611285901
    • MinorOffside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  8. Pass111,973 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    111,973 miles
    Test number
    504051885965
    • MinorOffside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail111,973 miles (+3,515)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,973 miles
    Test number
    783216698165
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass108,458 miles (+10,753)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    108,458 miles
    Test number
    910994865993
    • AdvisoryOffside Sunvisor attached with tape
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Compliance bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass97,705 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    97,705 miles
    Test number
    134407014271
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Splitting on sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Compliance bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Fail97,705 miles (+13,194)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,705 miles
    Test number
    182727619812
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSteering wheel has movement relative to the column indicating looseness (2.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Splitting on sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Compliance bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Pass84,511 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    84,511 miles
    Test number
    126566173650
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Compliance bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

  14. Fail84,510 miles (+15,799)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,510 miles
    Test number
    799962371597
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Compliance bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake lining(s) wearing thin Both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

  15. Pass68,711 miles (+12,777)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    68,711 miles
    Test number
    872742779199
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Compliance bushes (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass55,934 miles (+11,870)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    55,934 miles
    Test number
    537024604263
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Has nail in the tread

  17. Fail44,064 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,064 miles
    Test number
    729703755186
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  18. Pass44,064 miles (+6,666)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    44,064 miles
    Test number
    787063155192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass37,398 miles (+8,806)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    37,398 miles
    Test number
    418085694182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass28,592 miles (+5,004)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2014
    Odometer
    28,592 miles
    Test number
    496361623125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass23,588 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2013
    Odometer
    23,588 miles
    Test number
    957633322192
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Fail23,588 miles1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,588 miles
    Test number
    349763022181
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about K21 RKS

Does K21 RKS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K21 RKS is valid until 18 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on K21 RKS?
The MOT on K21 RKS is valid until 18 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K21 RKS done?
K21 RKS was recorded at 149,890 miles at its MOT on 11 Jun 2026, an average of 8,952 miles a year.
Has K21 RKS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K21 RKS has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Jun 2024.
Has the mileage on K21 RKS 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 K21 RKS find?
K21 RKS passed its latest MOT on 11 Jun 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened.

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