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Volkswagen Golf

White · Diesel · 2012 · 1,598 cc

P16 RRAMOT history

P16 RRA is a white diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 28 Nov 2012. Its MOT is valid until 26 Nov 2026 and it has passed 11 of 16 MOT tests, with 111,579 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Nov 2025.

P16 RRA white Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Golf, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 26 Nov 2026
Mileage
111,579 mi
At MOT on 11 Nov 2025
MOT tests
16
11 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,458 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P16 RRA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
28 Nov 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
11 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

P16 RRA was last recorded at 111,579 miles on 11 Nov 2025, 9,556 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
102,023 miles · 4 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
9,556 miles
Average per year
6,458 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 111,579 miles
  • 2024 – 102,023 miles
  • 2023 – 97,110 miles
  • 2022 – 93,650 miles
  • 2021 – 89,823 miles
  • 2020 – 84,259 miles
  • 2019 – 72,453 miles
  • 2018 – 63,134 miles
  • 2017 – 56,832 miles
  • 2016 – 49,253 miles
  • 2015 – 44,015 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass111,579 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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 Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

16 tests since 27 May 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass111,579 miles (+9,556)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    111,579 miles
    Test number
    775484624007
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  2. Pass102,023 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    102,023 miles
    Test number
    822881573943
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  3. Fail102,023 miles (+4,913)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,023 miles
    Test number
    381428936783
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  4. Pass97,110 miles (+7)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    97,110 miles
    Test number
    953215740477
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Fail97,103 miles (+3,453)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,103 miles
    Test number
    719624548086
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass93,650 miles (+10)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    93,650 miles
    Test number
    310699921255
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail93,640 miles (+3,817)1 dangerous2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,640 miles
    Test number
    447511412731
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot missing (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass89,823 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    89,823 miles
    Test number
    461938650914
    • 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 slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Fail89,823 miles (+5,564)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,823 miles
    Test number
    211098971044
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (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 slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass84,259 miles (+11,806)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    84,259 miles
    Test number
    528323372007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass72,453 miles (+9,319)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    72,453 miles
    Test number
    581334654216
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Pass63,134 miles (+6,302)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2019
    Odometer
    63,134 miles
    Test number
    418903811465
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre perished
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre perished

  13. Pass56,832 miles (+7,579)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2018
    Odometer
    56,832 miles
    Test number
    659116868260
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear tyres cracking and stepped

  14. Pass49,253 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2017
    Odometer
    49,253 miles
    Test number
    579747392311
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  15. Fail49,253 miles (+5,238)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,253 miles
    Test number
    793710174421
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  16. Pass44,015 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2016
    Odometer
    44,015 miles
    Test number
    286817345147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about P16 RRA

Does P16 RRA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on P16 RRA is valid until 26 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on P16 RRA?
The MOT on P16 RRA is valid until 26 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has P16 RRA done?
P16 RRA was recorded at 111,579 miles at its MOT on 11 Nov 2025, an average of 6,458 miles a year.
Has P16 RRA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P16 RRA has failed 5 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on P16 RRA 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 P16 RRA find?
P16 RRA passed its latest MOT on 11 Nov 2025 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside rear child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt.

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