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Black · Diesel · 2012 · 1,968 cc

K55 KVHMOT history

K55 KVH is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 3 Jul 2012. Its MOT is valid until 31 Aug 2027 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 110,230 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Sept 2026.

K55 KVH black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 31 Aug 2027
Mileage
110,230 mi
At MOT on 1 Sept 2026
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,012 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K55 KVH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
3 Jul 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K55 KVH was last recorded at 110,230 miles on 1 Sept 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
110,230 miles · 28 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
8,012 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 110,230 miles
  • 2025 – 100,392 miles
  • 2024 – 93,434 miles
  • 2023 – 86,692 miles
  • 2022 – 81,837 miles
  • 2021 – 72,026 miles
  • 2020 – 62,828 miles
  • 2019 – 53,675 miles
  • 2018 – 47,400 miles
  • 2017 – 38,936 miles
  • 2016 – 30,373 miles
  • 2015 – 20,737 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass110,230 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

17 tests since 1 Jul 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass110,230 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    110,230 miles
    Test number
    468035559506
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  2. Fail110,230 miles (+9,838)1 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,230 miles
    Test number
    893144766284
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  3. Pass100,392 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    100,392 miles
    Test number
    390415667652
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear subframe corroded.
  4. Fail100,392 miles (+6,958)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,392 miles
    Test number
    887057228551
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryO/S/Front shock absorber starting to corrode.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear subframe corroded.
  5. Pass93,434 miles (+17)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    93,434 miles
    Test number
    488628627652
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  6. Fail93,417 miles (+6,725)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,417 miles
    Test number
    772315350234
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  7. Pass86,692 miles (+66)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    86,692 miles
    Test number
    377381866151
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  8. Fail86,626 miles (+4,789)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,626 miles
    Test number
    440392451820
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  9. Pass81,837 miles (+9,811)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    81,837 miles
    Test number
    536031022895
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust clamp corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  10. Pass72,026 miles (+482)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    72,026 miles
    Test number
    694433894525

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail71,544 miles (+8,716)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,544 miles
    Test number
    861926345895
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.0 mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5 mm (5.2.3 (e))
  12. Pass62,828 miles (+9,153)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    62,828 miles
    Test number
    127273104951

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass53,675 miles (+6,275)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    53,675 miles
    Test number
    412720900445

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass47,400 miles (+8,464)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    47,400 miles
    Test number
    533728665384

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass38,936 miles (+8,563)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    38,936 miles
    Test number
    781265029136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass30,373 miles (+9,636)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    30,373 miles
    Test number
    958539604355

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass20,737 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    20,737 miles
    Test number
    475702185108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K55 KVH

Does K55 KVH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K55 KVH is valid until 31 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on K55 KVH?
The MOT on K55 KVH is valid until 31 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K55 KVH done?
K55 KVH was recorded at 110,230 miles at its MOT on 1 Sept 2026, an average of 8,012 miles a year.
Has K55 KVH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K55 KVH has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on K55 KVH 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 K55 KVH find?
K55 KVH passed its latest MOT on 1 Sept 2026 with 4 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside rear coil spring corroded; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on inner edge, and 1 more.

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