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Volkswagen Golf

Red · Diesel · 2014 · 1,968 cc

K31 DVEMOT history

K31 DVE is a red diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 23 May 2014. Its MOT is valid until 7 May 2027 and it has passed 10 of 14 MOT tests, with 147,371 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Apr 2026.

K31 DVE red Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 7 May 2027
Mileage
147,371 mi
At MOT on 27 Apr 2026
MOT tests
14
10 passed · 4 failed
Per year
9,112 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K31 DVE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2014
First used
23 May 2014
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 May 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K31 DVE was last recorded at 147,371 miles on 27 Apr 2026, 9,357 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
138,014 miles · 8 May 2025
Between the last two tests
9,357 miles
Average per year
9,112 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 147,371 miles
  • 2025 – 138,014 miles
  • 2024 – 131,629 miles
  • 2023 – 126,029 miles
  • 2022 – 112,996 miles
  • 2021 – 111,521 miles
  • 2020 – 95,179 miles
  • 2019 – 92,050 miles
  • 2018 – 83,220 miles
  • 2017 – 65,996 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass147,371 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front window tinted
  • AdvisoryOffside Front window tinted

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Engine oil low

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

14 tests since 22 May 2017, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass147,371 miles (+9,357)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2027
    Odometer
    147,371 miles
    Test number
    483229786638
    • AdvisoryNearside Front window tinted
    • AdvisoryOffside Front window tinted

  2. Pass138,014 miles (+6,385)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2026
    Odometer
    138,014 miles
    Test number
    971036015374
    • AdvisoryPlastic undertrays fitted

  3. Pass131,629 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    131,629 miles
    Test number
    180348294098
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail131,629 miles (+5,600)2 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,629 miles
    Test number
    746366430346
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass126,029 miles (+13,033)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    126,029 miles
    Test number
    131735378622

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass112,996 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    112,996 miles
    Test number
    694623040327
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

  7. Fail112,996 miles (+1,475)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,996 miles
    Test number
    263826395314
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

  8. Pass111,521 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    111,521 miles
    Test number
    537261892346

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail111,521 miles (+16,342)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,521 miles
    Test number
    545293676449
    • Repaired at testTyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

  10. Pass95,179 miles (+3,129)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    95,179 miles
    Test number
    818480722314

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass92,050 miles (+8,830)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2020
    Odometer
    92,050 miles
    Test number
    354138315971
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil low

  12. Pass83,220 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2019
    Odometer
    83,220 miles
    Test number
    583773904608
    • AdvisoryEngine oil low
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm & sawtooth inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged buckled (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm & sawtooth inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  13. Fail83,220 miles (+17,224)1 failure7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,220 miles
    Test number
    650202251777
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryEngine oil low
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged Buckled (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm & sawtooth inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm & sawtooth inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass65,996 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2018
    Odometer
    65,996 miles
    Test number
    745318610353
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Questions about K31 DVE

Does K31 DVE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K31 DVE is valid until 7 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on K31 DVE?
The MOT on K31 DVE is valid until 7 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K31 DVE done?
K31 DVE was recorded at 147,371 miles at its MOT on 27 Apr 2026, an average of 9,112 miles a year.
Has K31 DVE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K31 DVE has failed 4 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Jun 2024.
Has the mileage on K31 DVE 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 K31 DVE find?
K31 DVE passed its latest MOT on 27 Apr 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front window tinted; offside front window tinted.

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