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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Petrol · 1993 · 2,792 cc

K43 OABMOT history

K43 OAB is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 30 Jan 1993. Its MOT is valid until 17 Aug 2027 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 160,255 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Aug 2026.

K43 OAB silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 17 Aug 2027
Mileage
160,255 mi
At MOT on 18 Aug 2026
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
1,804 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K43 OAB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,792 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
30 Jan 1993
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K43 OAB was last recorded at 160,255 miles on 18 Aug 2026, 42 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
160,213 miles · 17 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
42 miles
Average per year
1,804 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 160,255 miles
  • 2025 – 159,666 miles
  • 2022 – 159,049 miles
  • 2021 – 156,864 miles
  • 2020 – 155,464 miles
  • 2019 – 149,528 miles
  • 2018 – 147,743 miles
  • 2017 – 147,301 miles
  • 2016 – 145,683 miles
  • 2015 – 143,890 miles
  • 2013 – 140,233 miles
  • 2012 – 139,174 miles
  • 2011 – 138,410 miles
  • 2010 – 135,486 miles
  • 2009 – 132,524 miles
  • 2008 – 130,935 miles
  • 2007 – 128,770 miles
  • 2006 – 124,243 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass160,255 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.

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2026

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Exhaust noisy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

26 tests since 30 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass160,255 miles (+42)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    160,255 miles
    Test number
    894967105399

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail160,213 miles (+547)3 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,213 miles
    Test number
    659151751202
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working wing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass159,666 miles (+617)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    159,666 miles
    Test number
    341588922912

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass159,049 miles (+2,185)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    159,049 miles
    Test number
    493282729006
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underseal (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass156,864 miles (+1,400)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    156,864 miles
    Test number
    286343467735

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass155,464 miles (+5,936)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    155,464 miles
    Test number
    245070474889
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  7. Pass149,528 miles (+8)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    149,528 miles
    Test number
    765742178966
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy

  8. Fail149,520 miles (+1,777)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,520 miles
    Test number
    975410516998
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy

  9. Pass147,743 miles (+442)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    147,743 miles
    Test number
    869726243175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass147,301 miles (+1,618)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    147,301 miles
    Test number
    992135516632

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass145,683 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    145,683 miles
    Test number
    687433458480
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Fail145,683 miles (+1,793)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,683 miles
    Test number
    291583674089
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Pass143,890 miles (+3,657)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    143,890 miles
    Test number
    907055785118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass140,233 miles (+1,059)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    140,233 miles
    Test number
    969239483285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass139,174 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    139,174 miles
    Test number
    427866572232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail139,174 miles (+764)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,174 miles
    Test number
    595135572213
    • FailureFront Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Pass138,410 miles (+2,924)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    138,410 miles
    Test number
    138027171213
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged

  18. Pass135,486 miles4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    135,486 miles
    Test number
    630146160205
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteABS light occasionally flickers
    • NoteNearside front fog bulb not working
    • NoteRear brake pipes starting to show signs of corrosion

  19. Fail135,479 miles (+2,955)1 failure1 repaired4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,479 miles
    Test number
    220546860230
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteNearside front fog bulb not working
    • NoteRear brake pipes starting to show signs of corrosion

  20. Pass132,524 miles (+1,589)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    132,524 miles
    Test number
    211523679237
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged

  21. Fail130,935 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,935 miles
    Test number
    264260848237
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  22. Pass130,935 miles (+2,165)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    130,935 miles
    Test number
    601400148202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass128,770 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    128,770 miles
    Test number
    792379547252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail128,770 miles (+4,527)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,770 miles
    Test number
    890429247216
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

  25. Pass124,243 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    124,243 miles
    Test number
    292094946270
    • NoteBrake waring light on
    • NoteVt32 still apply

  26. Fail124,243 miles3 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,243 miles
    Test number
    253992146232
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • NoteAll rear brake hose ferruls starting to corrode
    • NoteBrake wear light on

Questions about K43 OAB

Does K43 OAB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K43 OAB is valid until 17 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on K43 OAB?
The MOT on K43 OAB is valid until 17 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K43 OAB done?
K43 OAB was recorded at 160,255 miles at its MOT on 18 Aug 2026, an average of 1,804 miles a year.
Has K43 OAB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K43 OAB has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on K43 OAB 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 K43 OAB find?
K43 OAB passed its latest MOT on 18 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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