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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2004 · 1,896 cc

K80 SMLMOT history

K80 SML is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 8 Apr 2004. Its MOT is valid until 19 Aug 2027 and it has passed 21 of 31 MOT tests, with 157,073 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Aug 2026.

K80 SML black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 19 Aug 2027
Mileage
157,073 mi
At MOT on 10 Aug 2026
MOT tests
31
21 passed · 10 failed
Per year
6,385 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K80 SML
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
8 Apr 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K80 SML was last recorded at 157,073 miles on 10 Aug 2026, 21 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
157,052 miles · 7 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
21 miles
Average per year
6,385 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 157,073 miles
  • 2025 – 156,420 miles
  • 2024 – 151,962 miles
  • 2023 – 144,720 miles
  • 2022 – 137,277 miles
  • 2021 – 130,205 miles
  • 2020 – 124,178 miles
  • 2019 – 118,268 miles
  • 2018 – 110,400 miles
  • 2017 – 103,086 miles
  • 2016 – 97,549 miles
  • 2015 – 90,165 miles
  • 2014 – 84,665 miles
  • 2013 – 78,086 miles
  • 2012 – 70,360 miles
  • 2011 – 61,195 miles
  • 2010 – 54,032 miles
  • 2009 – 46,985 miles
  • 2008 – 39,370 miles
  • 2007 – 33,561 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass157,073 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 12 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025

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 Coil spring corroded

    Advisory8 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Offside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory8 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2014

Full MOT history

31 tests since 7 Apr 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass157,073 miles (+21)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    157,073 miles
    Test number
    267911440505
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail157,052 miles (+632)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,052 miles
    Test number
    937266087251
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass156,420 miles (+4,458)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    156,420 miles
    Test number
    599773712895
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass151,962 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    151,962 miles
    Test number
    457757844793
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail151,962 miles (+7,242)1 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,962 miles
    Test number
    459559811762
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass144,720 miles (+14)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    144,720 miles
    Test number
    813983745057
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Fail144,706 miles (+7,429)3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,706 miles
    Test number
    407426829796
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass137,277 miles (+7,072)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    137,277 miles
    Test number
    541749755470
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass130,205 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    130,205 miles
    Test number
    827251475900
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  10. Fail130,204 miles (+6,026)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,204 miles
    Test number
    243521751194
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  11. Pass124,178 miles (+5,910)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    124,178 miles
    Test number
    431587368335
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded

  12. Pass118,268 miles (+10)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    118,268 miles
    Test number
    185065377154
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded

  13. Fail118,258 miles (+7,858)2 dangerous1 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,258 miles
    Test number
    878668530250
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded

  14. Pass110,400 miles (+7,314)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    110,400 miles
    Test number
    568038118822
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  15. Pass103,086 miles (+30)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    103,086 miles
    Test number
    303683359484
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded Both (2.4.C.1b)

  16. Fail103,056 miles (+5,507)1 dangerous1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,056 miles
    Test number
    192609554665
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded Both (2.4.C.1b)

  17. Pass97,549 miles (+7,384)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    97,549 miles
    Test number
    904753540461
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass90,165 miles (+5,500)5 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    90,165 miles
    Test number
    768582695107
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass84,665 miles4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    84,665 miles
    Test number
    965630214273
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteRear tyres perished

  20. Fail84,665 miles (+6,579)3 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,665 miles
    Test number
    718579004203
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteRear tyres perished

  21. Pass78,086 miles (+7,726)7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    78,086 miles
    Test number
    917865603201
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  22. Pass70,360 miles (+9,165)7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    70,360 miles
    Test number
    548182712248
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  23. Pass61,195 miles (+7,163)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    61,195 miles
    Test number
    517217391192
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  24. Pass54,032 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    54,032 miles
    Test number
    200869400283

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail54,032 miles (+1,302)4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,032 miles
    Test number
    234869900265
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamps matched pair are incorrectly positioned (1.7.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamps matched pair are incorrectly positioned (1.7.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  26. Pass52,730 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    52,730 miles
    Test number
    273772290056
    • NoteFRONT TYRES WORN, ALL BRAKE DISCS SLIGHTLY WORN, ALL BRAKE PADS 75% WORN, FRONT SUSPENSION BUSHES WORN.

  27. Fail52,730 miles (+5,745)3 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,730 miles
    Test number
    310972290030
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • NoteFRONT TYRES WORN, ALL BRAKE DISCS SLIGHTLY WORN, ALL BRAKE PADS 75% WORN, FRONT SUSPENSION BUSHES WORN.

  28. Pass46,985 miles (+7,615)1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    46,985 miles
    Test number
    953174299074
    • NoteFRONT TYRES WEARING ON EDGES

  29. Pass39,370 miles (+5,809)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    39,370 miles
    Test number
    151585978478
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  30. Fail33,561 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,561 miles
    Test number
    102837697010
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

  31. Pass33,561 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    33,561 miles
    Test number
    613857997087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K80 SML

Does K80 SML currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K80 SML is valid until 19 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on K80 SML?
The MOT on K80 SML is valid until 19 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K80 SML done?
K80 SML was recorded at 157,073 miles at its MOT on 10 Aug 2026, an average of 6,385 miles a year.
Has K80 SML ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K80 SML has failed 10 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on K80 SML 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 K80 SML find?
K80 SML passed its latest MOT on 10 Aug 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside rear coil spring corroded; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 1 more.

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