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Volkswagen Golf

White · Petrol · 2017 · 1,395 cc

N5 VDDMOT history

N5 VDD is a white petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 19 Sept 2017. Its MOT is valid until 15 Aug 2027 and it has passed 7 of 8 MOT tests, with 53,299 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Aug 2026.

N5 VDD white Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 15 Aug 2027
Mileage
53,299 mi
At MOT on 15 Aug 2026
MOT tests
8
7 passed · 1 failed
Per year
5,153 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
N5 VDD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,395 cc
Year of manufacture
2017
First used
19 Sept 2017
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

N5 VDD was last recorded at 53,299 miles on 15 Aug 2026, 5,051 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
48,248 miles · 16 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
5,051 miles
Average per year
5,153 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 53,299 miles
  • 2025 – 48,248 miles
  • 2024 – 39,707 miles
  • 2023 – 33,690 miles
  • 2022 – 30,414 miles
  • 2021 – 27,004 miles
  • 2020 – 22,517 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass53,299 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 3 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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

8 tests since 24 Aug 2020, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass53,299 miles (+5,051)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    53,299 miles
    Test number
    665496964762
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Pass48,248 miles (+8,541)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    48,248 miles
    Test number
    283776350515

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass39,707 miles (+6,017)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    39,707 miles
    Test number
    789130714901
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Pass33,690 miles (+3,276)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    33,690 miles
    Test number
    273943803591
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Pass30,414 miles (+3,410)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    30,414 miles
    Test number
    224517366422
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension leg has slight misting

  6. Pass27,004 miles (+4,487)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    27,004 miles
    Test number
    550232610143
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass22,517 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    22,517 miles
    Test number
    976495187235
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Fail22,516 miles1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,516 miles
    Test number
    270107535125
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Questions about N5 VDD

Does N5 VDD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on N5 VDD is valid until 15 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on N5 VDD?
The MOT on N5 VDD is valid until 15 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has N5 VDD done?
N5 VDD was recorded at 53,299 miles at its MOT on 15 Aug 2026, an average of 5,153 miles a year.
Has N5 VDD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. N5 VDD has failed 1 of its 8 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Aug 2020.
Has the mileage on N5 VDD 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 N5 VDD find?
N5 VDD passed its latest MOT on 15 Aug 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; offside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil.

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