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Volkswagen Golf

Red · Petrol · 2007 · 1,984 cc

K8 DRVMOT history

K8 DRV is a red petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 1 Mar 2007. Its MOT is valid until 10 Jun 2027 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 181,701 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Jun 2026.

K8 DRV red Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Golf, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 10 Jun 2027
Mileage
181,701 mi
At MOT on 3 Jun 2026
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
8,613 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K8 DRV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
1 Mar 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K8 DRV was last recorded at 181,701 miles on 3 Jun 2026, 3,646 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
178,055 miles · 10 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
3,646 miles
Average per year
8,613 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 181,701 miles
  • 2025 – 178,055 miles
  • 2024 – 171,548 miles
  • 2023 – 167,905 miles
  • 2022 – 164,282 miles
  • 2021 – 160,928 miles
  • 2020 – 157,714 miles
  • 2019 – 146,013 miles
  • 2018 – 133,768 miles
  • 2017 – 122,140 miles
  • 2016 – 107,661 miles
  • 2015 – 95,060 miles
  • 2014 – 80,511 miles
  • 2013 – 69,583 miles
  • 2012 – 58,248 miles
  • 2011 – 51,272 miles
  • 2010 – 41,444 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass181,701 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.

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

23 tests since 19 Feb 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass181,701 miles (+3,646)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    181,701 miles
    Test number
    229388953382

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass178,055 miles (+6,507)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    178,055 miles
    Test number
    602771019661

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass171,548 miles (+53)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    171,548 miles
    Test number
    460889634224
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail171,495 miles (+3,590)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,495 miles
    Test number
    417647214208
    • MajorNearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill rotted and holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill rotted and holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear heat shield loose

  5. Pass167,905 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    167,905 miles
    Test number
    564516636769
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre bolt on tread 225/40/18

  6. Fail167,897 miles (+3,615)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,897 miles
    Test number
    561964400917
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre bolt on tread 225/40/18

  7. Pass164,282 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    164,282 miles
    Test number
    261280855894

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail164,282 miles (+3,354)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,282 miles
    Test number
    282093675400
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass160,928 miles (+3,214)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    160,928 miles
    Test number
    185936310031
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  10. Pass157,714 miles (+11,701)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    157,714 miles
    Test number
    373317104195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass146,013 miles (+8)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    146,013 miles
    Test number
    974833208277
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  12. Fail146,005 miles (+12,237)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,005 miles
    Test number
    870336438316
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  13. Pass133,768 miles (+11,628)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    133,768 miles
    Test number
    384749297823
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake has slight bind

  14. Pass122,140 miles (+14,479)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    122,140 miles
    Test number
    778200604594
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre worn unevenly on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre worn on inner edge

  15. Pass107,661 miles (+12,601)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    107,661 miles
    Test number
    363362502855

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass95,060 miles (+14,549)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    95,060 miles
    Test number
    158177955024
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass80,511 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    80,511 miles
    Test number
    107497354420
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Fail80,511 miles (+10,928)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,511 miles
    Test number
    808811454085
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass69,583 miles (+11,335)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    69,583 miles
    Test number
    386000763014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass58,248 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    58,248 miles
    Test number
    305969952022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail58,242 miles (+6,970)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,242 miles
    Test number
    335048452039
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  22. Pass51,272 miles (+9,828)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    51,272 miles
    Test number
    179666451081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass41,444 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    41,444 miles
    Test number
    962550350009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K8 DRV

Does K8 DRV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K8 DRV is valid until 10 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on K8 DRV?
The MOT on K8 DRV is valid until 10 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K8 DRV done?
K8 DRV was recorded at 181,701 miles at its MOT on 3 Jun 2026, an average of 8,613 miles a year.
Has K8 DRV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K8 DRV has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on K8 DRV 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 DRV find?
K8 DRV passed its latest MOT on 3 Jun 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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