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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Petrol · 2005 · 1,598 cc

K8 CADMOT history

K8 CAD is a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 15 Oct 2005. Its MOT expired on 23 Oct 2026 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 104,977 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Oct 2026.

K8 CAD blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 23 Oct 2026
Mileage
104,977 mi
At MOT on 26 Oct 2026
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,961 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K8 CAD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
15 Oct 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
26 Oct 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

K8 CAD was last recorded at 104,977 miles on 26 Oct 2026, 12,790 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
92,187 miles · 24 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
12,790 miles
Average per year
4,961 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 104,977 miles
  • 2025 – 92,187 miles
  • 2024 – 79,898 miles
  • 2023 – 69,096 miles
  • 2022 – 57,444 miles
  • 2021 – 47,842 miles
  • 2020 – 47,514 miles
  • 2019 – 47,089 miles
  • 2018 – 44,283 miles
  • 2017 – 42,182 miles
  • 2016 – 40,543 miles
  • 2015 – 38,715 miles
  • 2014 – 36,773 miles
  • 2013 – 33,468 miles
  • 2012 – 31,627 miles
  • 2011 – 28,020 miles
  • 2010 – 24,393 miles
  • 2009 – 20,768 miles
  • 2008 – 15,463 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail104,977 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel badly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
  • MinorNearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel arch liner insecure.
  • 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))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front 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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Under shields fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Outer Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2022–2024

Full MOT history

28 tests since 9 Oct 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail104,977 miles (+12,790)4 major1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,977 miles
    Test number
    120267483988
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel badly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel arch liner insecure.
    • 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 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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass92,187 miles (+103)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    92,187 miles
    Test number
    788899775358
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryUnder shields fitted

  3. Fail92,084 miles (+12,186)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,084 miles
    Test number
    827556315901
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryUnder shields fitted

  4. Pass79,898 miles (+99)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    79,898 miles
    Test number
    194718433235
    • MinorNearside Rear 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 Front Outer Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Fail79,799 miles (+10,703)4 dangerous4 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,799 miles
    Test number
    580162064808
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MinorNearside Rear 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 Front Outer Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • 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))

  6. Pass69,096 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    69,096 miles
    Test number
    558460652748
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • 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 Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail69,096 miles (+11,652)1 dangerous3 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,096 miles
    Test number
    376241085024
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • 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 Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass57,444 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    57,444 miles
    Test number
    573435537598
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Fail57,444 miles (+9,602)1 dangerous1 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,444 miles
    Test number
    555458817734
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  10. Pass47,842 miles (+45)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    47,842 miles
    Test number
    614912841592
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront suspension arms corroded
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion underneath car

  11. Fail47,797 miles (+283)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,797 miles
    Test number
    475264423098
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront suspension arms corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box split (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion underneath car

  12. Pass47,514 miles (+425)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    47,514 miles
    Test number
    267934412031
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  13. Pass47,089 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    47,089 miles
    Test number
    460330026057
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  14. Fail47,089 miles (+2,806)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,089 miles
    Test number
    614788435284
    • MajorNearside Front Air/vacuum reservoir damaged and function impaired BRAKE SERVO PIPE SPLIT (1.1.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  15. Pass44,283 miles (+2,101)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    44,283 miles
    Test number
    242797796735

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass42,182 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    42,182 miles
    Test number
    829363770405
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  17. Fail42,182 miles (+1,639)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,182 miles
    Test number
    929696307018
    • FailureNearside Side repeater excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  18. Pass40,543 miles (+1,828)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    40,543 miles
    Test number
    677762888991
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

  19. Pass38,715 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    38,715 miles
    Test number
    731832545426

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail38,715 miles (+1,942)4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,715 miles
    Test number
    365670389254
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  21. Pass36,773 miles (+3,305)1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    36,773 miles
    Test number
    188570164295
    • NoteNearside rear tyre perished/cracking recommend replacement.

  22. Pass33,468 miles (+1,841)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    33,468 miles
    Test number
    315414963464

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass31,627 miles (+3,607)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    31,627 miles
    Test number
    519448072273
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  24. Pass28,020 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    28,020 miles
    Test number
    667218771236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail28,020 miles (+3,627)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,020 miles
    Test number
    257437371278
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • NoteCoolant leak

  26. Pass24,393 miles (+3,625)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    24,393 miles
    Test number
    873838570216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass20,768 miles (+5,305)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    20,768 miles
    Test number
    420186589258
    • 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)

  28. Pass15,463 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    15,463 miles
    Test number
    321303788401

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K8 CAD

Does K8 CAD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on K8 CAD expired on 23 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on K8 CAD?
The MOT on K8 CAD expired on 23 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has K8 CAD done?
K8 CAD was recorded at 104,977 miles at its MOT on 26 Oct 2026, an average of 4,961 miles a year.
Has K8 CAD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K8 CAD has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on K8 CAD 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 K8 CAD find?
K8 CAD failed its latest MOT on 26 Oct 2026 with 4 major defects, 1 minor defect and 10 advisories: nearside front tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords; nearside rear road wheel badly distorted; offside front tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords, and 12 more.

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