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Volkswagen Golf

Red · Diesel · 2009 · 1,968 cc

R16 APLMOT history

R16 APL is a red diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 4 Sept 2009. Its MOT is valid until 23 Mar 2027 and it has passed 14 of 16 MOT tests, with 123,450 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Mar 2026.

R16 APL red Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 23 Mar 2027
Mileage
123,450 mi
At MOT on 23 Mar 2026
MOT tests
16
14 passed · 2 failed
Per year
6,564 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R16 APL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
4 Sept 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

R16 APL was last recorded at 123,450 miles on 23 Mar 2026, 2,691 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
120,759 miles · 16 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
2,691 miles
Average per year
6,564 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 123,450 miles
  • 2025 – 120,759 miles
  • 2024 – 120,318 miles
  • 2023 – 117,105 miles
  • 2022 – 111,656 miles
  • 2021 – 107,236 miles
  • 2020 – 103,859 miles
  • 2019 – 98,154 miles
  • 2018 – 88,894 miles
  • 2017 – 81,128 miles
  • 2015 – 66,560 miles
  • 2014 – 56,601 miles
  • 2013 – 44,939 miles
  • 2012 – 34,311 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass123,450 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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.

  • Under trays and covers fitted obscuring view of some components

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Offside Front Seat belt slightly damaged

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2023

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Under trays and covers fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

16 tests since 23 Aug 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass123,450 miles (+2,691)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    123,450 miles
    Test number
    284442803890
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  2. Pass120,759 miles (+441)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    120,759 miles
    Test number
    393532581564

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass120,318 miles (+3,213)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    120,318 miles
    Test number
    234860206704

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass117,105 miles (+5,449)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    117,105 miles
    Test number
    931699333927
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake only just reaches required efficiency
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and covers fitted obscuring view of some components

  5. Pass111,656 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    111,656 miles
    Test number
    579461931054
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and covers fitted obscuring view of some components

  6. Fail111,656 miles (+4,420)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,656 miles
    Test number
    728210633600
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and covers fitted obscuring view of some components

  7. Pass107,236 miles (+3,377)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    107,236 miles
    Test number
    713125673809
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and covers fitted obscuring view of some components

  8. Pass103,859 miles (+5,705)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    103,859 miles
    Test number
    527770092085
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and covers fitted obscuring view of some components

  9. Pass98,154 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    98,154 miles
    Test number
    856064221127
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and covers fitted obscuring view of some components

  10. Fail98,154 miles (+9,260)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,154 miles
    Test number
    558356711638
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and covers fitted obscuring view of some components

  11. Pass88,894 miles (+7,766)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    88,894 miles
    Test number
    744367223794
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and covers fitted

  12. Pass81,128 miles (+14,568)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    81,128 miles
    Test number
    439820773513
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryEngine light illuminated on instrument panel
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and covers fitted

  13. Pass66,560 miles (+9,959)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    66,560 miles
    Test number
    135946271316
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of rear seat belt
    • AdvisoryEngine warning lamp illuminated on instrument panel
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and engine covers fitted

  14. Pass56,601 miles (+11,662)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    56,601 miles
    Test number
    606390244284
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass44,939 miles (+10,628)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    44,939 miles
    Test number
    705662133267
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass34,311 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    34,311 miles
    Test number
    296486832235
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about R16 APL

Does R16 APL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R16 APL is valid until 23 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on R16 APL?
The MOT on R16 APL is valid until 23 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R16 APL done?
R16 APL was recorded at 123,450 miles at its MOT on 23 Mar 2026, an average of 6,564 miles a year.
Has R16 APL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R16 APL has failed 2 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on R16 APL 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 R16 APL find?
R16 APL passed its latest MOT on 23 Mar 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil; offside rear service brake binding but not excessively.

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