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Volkswagen Golf

Red · Petrol · 2011 · 1,390 cc

K8 RBHMOT history

K8 RBH is a red petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 13 Oct 2011. Its MOT is valid until 15 Jan 2027 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 179,198 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jan 2026.

K8 RBH red Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 15 Jan 2027
Mileage
179,198 mi
At MOT on 16 Jan 2026
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
12,472 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K8 RBH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
13 Oct 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K8 RBH was last recorded at 179,198 miles on 16 Jan 2026, 10,571 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
168,627 miles · 8 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
10,571 miles
Average per year
12,472 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 179,198 miles
  • 2024 – 168,627 miles
  • 2023 – 158,471 miles
  • 2022 – 149,095 miles
  • 2021 – 132,450 miles
  • 2020 – 120,733 miles
  • 2019 – 107,883 miles
  • 2018 – 93,345 miles
  • 2017 – 78,937 miles
  • 2016 – 64,913 miles
  • 2015 – 49,963 miles
  • 2014 – 38,588 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass179,198 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
  • MinorOffside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

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.

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Both Front

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Vehicle has covers fitted unable to see certain testable items

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

17 tests since 8 Oct 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass179,198 miles2 minor
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    179,198 miles
    Test number
    206876587964
    • MinorNearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail179,198 miles (+10,571)1 repaired2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,198 miles
    Test number
    690984748647
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass168,627 miles (+10,156)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    168,627 miles
    Test number
    339655800810

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass158,471 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    158,471 miles
    Test number
    991450399568
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear console bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear console bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Fail158,471 miles (+9,376)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,471 miles
    Test number
    354695732927
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear console bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear console bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Pass149,095 miles (+16,645)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    149,095 miles
    Test number
    202579039388
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass132,450 miles (+94)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    132,450 miles
    Test number
    924188497749
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension component pin or bush slightly worn Both Front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle has covers fitted unable to see certain testable items

  8. Fail132,356 miles (+11,623)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,356 miles
    Test number
    700052251408
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension component pin or bush slightly worn Both Front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle has covers fitted unable to see certain testable items

  9. Pass120,733 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    120,733 miles
    Test number
    621037858273
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both Front (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component pin or bush slightly worn Both Front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle has covers fitted unable to see certain testable items

  10. Fail120,733 miles (+12,850)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,733 miles
    Test number
    372239306832
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both Front (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySuspension component pin or bush slightly worn Both Front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle has covers fitted unable to see certain testable items

  11. Pass107,883 miles (+14,538)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    107,883 miles
    Test number
    976220320289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass93,345 miles (+14,408)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    93,345 miles
    Test number
    566238658821
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass78,937 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    78,937 miles
    Test number
    181647517455
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre inner tread close and distorting.

  14. Fail78,904 miles (+13,991)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,904 miles
    Test number
    299887237548
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre inner tread close and distorting.

  15. Pass64,913 miles (+14,950)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    64,913 miles
    Test number
    319430946173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass49,963 miles (+11,375)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    49,963 miles
    Test number
    575582852009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass38,588 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    38,588 miles
    Test number
    716581584263
    • 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)

Questions about K8 RBH

Does K8 RBH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K8 RBH is valid until 15 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on K8 RBH?
The MOT on K8 RBH is valid until 15 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K8 RBH done?
K8 RBH was recorded at 179,198 miles at its MOT on 16 Jan 2026, an average of 12,472 miles a year.
Has K8 RBH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K8 RBH has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on K8 RBH 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 RBH find?
K8 RBH passed its latest MOT on 16 Jan 2026 with 2 minor defects: nearside rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface; offside rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface.

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