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Volkswagen Golf

Grey · Diesel · 2008 · 1,896 cc

K44 XLMMOT history

K44 XLM is a grey diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 6 Oct 2008. Its MOT is valid until 29 Sept 2027 and it has passed 14 of 17 MOT tests, with 191,157 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

K44 XLM grey Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 29 Sept 2027
Mileage
191,157 mi
At MOT on 28 Sept 2026
MOT tests
17
14 passed · 3 failed
Per year
10,795 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K44 XLM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
6 Oct 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K44 XLM was last recorded at 191,157 miles on 28 Sept 2026, 5,635 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
185,522 miles · 30 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
5,635 miles
Average per year
10,795 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 191,157 miles
  • 2025 – 185,522 miles
  • 2024 – 185,488 miles
  • 2023 – 182,080 miles
  • 2022 – 172,037 miles
  • 2021 – 162,742 miles
  • 2020 – 156,026 miles
  • 2019 – 138,922 miles
  • 2018 – 131,055 miles
  • 2017 – 118,478 miles
  • 2016 – 105,008 miles
  • 2015 – 87,798 miles
  • 2013 – 55,492 miles
  • 2012 – 35,987 miles
  • 2011 – 28,843 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass191,157 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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inside edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn om inside edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Slight dampness on both front shocks

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

17 tests since 15 Sept 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass191,157 miles (+5,635)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    191,157 miles
    Test number
    279766059636

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass185,522 miles (+34)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    185,522 miles
    Test number
    529529429748

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail185,488 miles (+3,408)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,488 miles
    Test number
    523061423554
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass182,080 miles (+19)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    182,080 miles
    Test number
    397477389766
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn om inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail182,061 miles (+10,024)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,061 miles
    Test number
    304582092973
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn om inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass172,037 miles (+9,295)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    172,037 miles
    Test number
    638879999189
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  7. Pass162,742 miles (+6,716)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    162,742 miles
    Test number
    853083113176
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both

  8. Pass156,026 miles (+17,104)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    156,026 miles
    Test number
    175131215077
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass138,922 miles (+7,867)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    138,922 miles
    Test number
    154560571961
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass131,055 miles (+12,577)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    131,055 miles
    Test number
    593689620125
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre wearing on inside edge
    • AdvisorySlight damage to under tray
    • AdvisorySlight dampness on both front shocks
    • AdvisoryVehicle to clean to trigger smoke meter

  11. Pass118,478 miles (+13,470)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    118,478 miles
    Test number
    912596076900
    • AdvisorySlight damage o/s/f
    • AdvisorySlight dampness on both front shocks

  12. Pass105,008 miles (+17,210)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    105,008 miles
    Test number
    609175934266
    • AdvisorySlight misting on n/s/f o/s/f n/s/r o/s/r shocks

  13. Pass87,798 miles (+32,306)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    87,798 miles
    Test number
    927709915157
    • NoteOFF SIDE AND NEAR SIDE FRONT TYRES WORN ON IN NER EDGES.

  14. Pass55,492 miles (+19,505)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    55,492 miles
    Test number
    355550793204
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass35,987 miles (+7,144)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    35,987 miles
    Test number
    518058752225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail28,843 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,843 miles
    Test number
    206008451277
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  17. Pass28,843 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    28,843 miles
    Test number
    505948251278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K44 XLM

Does K44 XLM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K44 XLM is valid until 29 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on K44 XLM?
The MOT on K44 XLM is valid until 29 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K44 XLM done?
K44 XLM was recorded at 191,157 miles at its MOT on 28 Sept 2026, an average of 10,795 miles a year.
Has K44 XLM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K44 XLM has failed 3 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on K44 XLM 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 K44 XLM find?
K44 XLM passed its latest MOT on 28 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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