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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,781 cc

K50 PPAMOT history

K50 PPA is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 1 Aug 2003. Its MOT is valid until 23 Jul 2027 and it has passed 15 of 24 MOT tests, with 138,535 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Jul 2026.

K50 PPA black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 23 Jul 2027
Mileage
138,535 mi
At MOT on 24 Jul 2026
MOT tests
24
15 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,870 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K50 PPA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
1 Aug 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K50 PPA was last recorded at 138,535 miles on 24 Jul 2026, 1,893 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
136,642 miles · 22 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
1,893 miles
Average per year
4,870 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 138,535 miles
  • 2025 – 136,642 miles
  • 2024 – 134,318 miles
  • 2023 – 134,307 miles
  • 2022 – 131,807 miles
  • 2019 – 127,239 miles
  • 2017 – 125,317 miles
  • 2015 – 116,519 miles
  • 2014 – 105,777 miles
  • 2013 – 94,537 miles
  • 2012 – 93,688 miles
  • 2011 – 91,289 miles
  • 2010 – 84,826 miles
  • 2008 – 67,596 miles
  • 2007 – 58,993 miles
  • 2006 – 41,295 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass138,535 miles
  • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Coolant leak

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

24 tests since 5 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass138,535 miles (+1,893)3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    138,535 miles
    Test number
    229107058754
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  2. Pass136,642 miles (+2,324)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    136,642 miles
    Test number
    490991584867
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear seats removed

  3. Pass134,318 miles (+11)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2025
    Odometer
    134,318 miles
    Test number
    748567129704
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear rear seats removed

  4. Fail134,307 miles (+2,500)1 dangerous4 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,307 miles
    Test number
    240035615729
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed cat missing (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Lower Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Upper Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))

  5. Pass131,807 miles (+7)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    131,807 miles
    Test number
    620915284681
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Fail131,800 miles (+4,561)9 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,800 miles
    Test number
    876408461754
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Pass127,239 miles (+18)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    127,239 miles
    Test number
    841276898856
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeavily modified
    • AdvisoryUndersealed

  8. Fail127,221 miles (+1,904)2 dangerous8 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,221 miles
    Test number
    543478556926
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension arm likely to become detached bolt loose (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousPower steering inoperative and steering adversely affected (2.1.5 (c) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel filter corroded
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder body heavily under sealed

  9. Pass125,317 miles (+12)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    125,317 miles
    Test number
    204254265594
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  10. Fail125,305 miles (+8,786)1 dangerous3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,305 miles
    Test number
    170998877949
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded leaking (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  11. Pass116,519 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    116,519 miles
    Test number
    924145394977
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit all four (4.1.E.1)

  12. Fail116,504 miles (+10,727)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,504 miles
    Test number
    749555275151
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit all four (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass105,777 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    105,777 miles
    Test number
    967098994094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail105,776 miles (+11,239)4 dangerous5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,776 miles
    Test number
    779944794024
    • DangerousNearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • DangerousNearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • DangerousOffside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

  15. Pass94,537 miles (+849)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    94,537 miles
    Test number
    268473493013
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  16. Pass93,688 miles (+2,399)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    93,688 miles
    Test number
    805632982045
    • 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)

  17. Fail91,289 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,289 miles
    Test number
    687380671031
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass91,289 miles (+6,463)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    91,289 miles
    Test number
    837970771065
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass84,826 miles (+17,230)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    84,826 miles
    Test number
    334532470070
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  20. Pass67,596 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    67,596 miles
    Test number
    523274198267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail67,596 miles (+8,603)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,596 miles
    Test number
    170764998243
    • FailureFront registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureRear registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)

  22. Pass58,993 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    58,993 miles
    Test number
    190086997218
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

  23. Fail58,993 miles (+17,698)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,993 miles
    Test number
    370116797425
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

  24. Pass41,295 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    41,295 miles
    Test number
    731487216218
    • NoteFront bumper insecure

Questions about K50 PPA

Does K50 PPA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K50 PPA is valid until 23 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on K50 PPA?
The MOT on K50 PPA is valid until 23 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K50 PPA done?
K50 PPA was recorded at 138,535 miles at its MOT on 24 Jul 2026, an average of 4,870 miles a year.
Has K50 PPA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K50 PPA has failed 9 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on K50 PPA 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 K50 PPA find?
K50 PPA passed its latest MOT on 24 Jul 2026 with 3 minor defects and 3 advisories: front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; offside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated, and 3 more.

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