Volkswagen Golf
Green · Petrol · 1996 · 2,792 cc
K28 VRGMOT history
K28 VRG is a green petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 30 Dec 1996. Its MOT is valid until 16 Nov 2027 and it has passed 18 of 29 MOT tests, with 190,211 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Oct 2026.
- MOT
- Valid
- Until 16 Nov 2027
- Mileage
- 190,211 mi
- At MOT on 29 Oct 2026
- MOT tests
- 29
- 18 passed · 11 failed
- Per year
- 3,966 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- K28 VRG
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- Volkswagen
- Model
- Golf
- Colour
- Green
- Fuel type
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 2,792 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 1996
- First used
- 30 Dec 1996
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 16 Nov 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 29 Oct 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
K28 VRG was last recorded at 190,211 miles on 29 Oct 2026, 3,553 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Nov 2025.
- Previous MOT
- 186,658 miles · 17 Nov 2025
- Between the last two tests
- 3,553 miles
- Average per year
- 3,966 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 190,211 miles
- 2025 – 186,658 miles
- 2022 – 186,628 miles
- 2020 – 186,142 miles
- 2019 – 182,066 miles
- 2018 – 177,727 miles
- 2017 – 173,482 miles
- 2016 – 168,695 miles
- 2015 – 163,524 miles
- 2014 – 158,286 miles
- 2013 – 153,653 miles
- 2012 – 148,990 miles
- 2011 – 143,935 miles
- 2010 – 138,234 miles
- 2009 – 131,282 miles
- 2008 – 124,070 miles
- 2007 – 116,883 miles
- 2006 – 108,576 miles
- 2005 – 107,325 miles
What the latest MOT found
Pass190,211 miles
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
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 Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2013
Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2013
Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play
Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2009
Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak
Major2 MOTs, 2020
Advise o/s/r tyre 3mm tread depth
Advisory2 MOTs, 2018
Advise rear metal b/pipes over rear axle showing signs of rust fatigue
Advisory2 MOTs, 2018
Full MOT history
29 tests since 5 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass190,211 miles (+3,553)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 16 Nov 2027
- Odometer
- 190,211 miles
- Test number
- 707492178692
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Pass186,658 miles (+30)
- MOT expiry
- 16 Nov 2026
- Odometer
- 186,658 miles
- Test number
- 443048314872
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass186,628 miles (+486)
- MOT expiry
- 9 Dec 2023
- Odometer
- 186,628 miles
- Test number
- 260325793793
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass186,142 miles3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 9 Jul 2021
- Odometer
- 186,142 miles
- Test number
- 523788839414
- AdvisoryFront Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
- AdvisoryRear Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached missing (6.1.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
Fail186,140 miles (+14)2 major3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 186,140 miles
- Test number
- 455668542795
- MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner seal (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
- AdvisoryRear Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached missing (6.1.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
Fail186,126 miles (+4)8 major2 minor6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 186,126 miles
- Test number
- 926663529947
- MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))
- MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
- MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
- MinorNearside Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced (4.3.3 (a) (i))
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryOil leak but not considered excessive
- AdvisoryPossible brake fluid contamination
Fail186,122 miles (+4,056)3 dangerous4 major1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 186,122 miles
- Test number
- 103044486325
- DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture (1.1.11 (a))
- DangerousOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage likely to fail (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
- DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture (1.1.11 (a))
- MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
- MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryAdvise n/s/r shock absorber has slight top seal seepage
Pass182,066 miles (+4,339)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 25 Feb 2020
- Odometer
- 182,066 miles
- Test number
- 640007949805
- AdvisoryAdvise both front anti roll bar links showing signs of fatigue
- AdvisoryAdvise front suspension top mounts showing signs of fatigue
- AdvisoryAdvise front tyres wearing inner and outer edges and 3-4 mm tread depth
- AdvisoryAdvise rear metal b/pipes showing signs of rust fatigue
Pass177,727 miles (+17)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 25 Feb 2019
- Odometer
- 177,727 miles
- Test number
- 857493429951
- AdvisoryAdvise o/s/r tyre 3mm tread depth
- AdvisoryAdvise rear metal b/pipes over rear axle showing signs of rust fatigue
Fail177,710 miles (+4,228)2 failures2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 177,710 miles
- Test number
- 792953507474
- FailureBonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended Top mounting (2.4.F.3)
- FailureNearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended Top mountng (2.4.F.3)
- AdvisoryAdvise o/s/r tyre 3mm tread depth
- AdvisoryAdvise rear metal b/pipes over rear axle showing signs of rust fatigue
Pass173,482 miles3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 25 Feb 2018
- Odometer
- 173,482 miles
- Test number
- 530606855895
- AdvisoryAdvise both rear tyres cracking in outer tread edge
- AdvisoryAdvise front suspension top shock absorber mounts showing signs of fatigue
- AdvisoryAdvise n/s/r tyre plug repaired
Fail173,482 miles (+4,787)1 dangerous3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 173,482 miles
- Test number
- 809772190393
- DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Tyre wall (4.1.D.1a)
- AdvisoryAdvise both rear tyres cracking in outer tread edge
- AdvisoryAdvise front suspension top shock absorber mounts showing signs of fatigue
- AdvisoryAdvise n/s/r tyre plug repaired
Pass168,695 miles (+5,171)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 25 Feb 2017
- Odometer
- 168,695 miles
- Test number
- 730595367063
- AdvisoryAdvise n/s/f tyre wearing on tread edges
- AdvisoryAdvise n/s/r tyre tread getting low
Pass163,524 miles3 notes
- MOT expiry
- 25 Feb 2016
- Odometer
- 163,524 miles
- Test number
- 317972345050
- NoteAdvise front suspension top mounts showing signs of fatigue
- NoteAdvise o/s/r road spring showing signs of fatigue
- NoteAdvise rear metal b/pipes showing signs of rust fatigue
Fail163,524 miles (+5,238)2 repaired3 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 163,524 miles
- Test number
- 937972745027
- Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
- NoteAdvise front suspension top mounts showing signs of fatigue
- NoteAdvise o/s/r road spring showing signs of fatigue
- NoteAdvise rear metal b/pipes showing signs of rust fatigue
Pass158,286 miles (+4,633)1 note
- MOT expiry
- 25 Feb 2015
- Odometer
- 158,286 miles
- Test number
- 688837954095
- NoteAdvise fgront suspension top mounts showing signs of fatigue
Pass153,653 miles4 advisories2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 21 Feb 2014
- Odometer
- 153,653 miles
- Test number
- 379273153091
- AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- NoteAdvise nearside rear tyre nail in tread.
- NoteAdvise rear axle mounting bushes starting to split.
Fail153,653 miles (+4,663)1 dangerous4 advisories2 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 153,653 miles
- Test number
- 115643653099
- DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
- AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- NoteAdvise nearside rear tyre nail in tread.
- NoteAdvise rear axle mounting bushes starting to split.
Pass148,990 miles3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 21 Feb 2013
- Odometer
- 148,990 miles
- Test number
- 575892952035
- AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
- AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
Fail148,990 miles (+5,055)1 repaired3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 148,990 miles
- Test number
- 787032352070
- Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
- AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
Pass143,935 miles (+121)5 advisories3 notes
- MOT expiry
- 21 Feb 2012
- Odometer
- 143,935 miles
- Test number
- 699603251087
- AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryParking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)
- NoteAdvise engine oil leaks.
- NoteAdvise play at steering rack nearside inner joint.
- NoteAdvise some corrosion at front of inner sills/ floor.
Fail143,814 miles (+5,580)2 failures5 advisories3 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 143,814 miles
- Test number
- 857157141010
- FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
- FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryParking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)
- NoteAdvise engine oil leaks.
- NoteAdvise play at steering rack nearside inner joint.
- NoteAdvise some corrosion at front of inner sills/ floor.
Pass138,234 miles (+6,952)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 13 Feb 2011
- Odometer
- 138,234 miles
- Test number
- 420492540037
- AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
Pass131,282 miles3 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- 13 Feb 2010
- Odometer
- 131,282 miles
- Test number
- 110286239019
- AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
- NoteAdvise nearside rear tyre inner wall has several cuts.
Fail131,282 miles (+7,212)1 repaired3 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 131,282 miles
- Test number
- 154326039078
- Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not in good working order (function impaired) (1.1.4a)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
- NoteAdvise nearside rear tyre inner wall has several cuts.
Pass124,070 miles (+7,187)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 13 Feb 2009
- Odometer
- 124,070 miles
- Test number
- 472924348047
- AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
Pass116,883 miles (+8,307)4 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- 13 Feb 2008
- Odometer
- 116,883 miles
- Test number
- 651435047009
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
- NoteAdvise front brake pads low
Pass108,576 miles (+1,251)
- MOT expiry
- 13 Feb 2007
- Odometer
- 108,576 miles
- Test number
- 271245646094
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail107,325 miles1 failure
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 107,325 miles
- Test number
- 770179235319
- FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)
Questions about K28 VRG
- Does K28 VRG currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K28 VRG is valid until 16 Nov 2027.
- When is the MOT due on K28 VRG?
- The MOT on K28 VRG is valid until 16 Nov 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has K28 VRG done?
- K28 VRG was recorded at 190,211 miles at its MOT on 29 Oct 2026, an average of 3,966 miles a year.
- Has K28 VRG ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. K28 VRG has failed 11 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Jul 2020.
- Has the mileage on K28 VRG 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 K28 VRG find?
- K28 VRG passed its latest MOT on 29 Oct 2026 with 1 advisory: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened.
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