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Volkswagen Golf

Grey · Petrol · 2008 · 1,598 cc

R16 MKVMOT history

R16 MKV is a grey petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 30 Jun 2008. Its MOT is valid until 1 Jul 2027 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 94,750 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Jul 2026.

R16 MKV grey Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 1 Jul 2027
Mileage
94,750 mi
At MOT on 2 Jul 2026
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,657 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R16 MKV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
30 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

R16 MKV was last recorded at 94,750 miles on 2 Jul 2026, 13 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
94,737 miles · 29 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
13 miles
Average per year
5,657 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 94,750 miles
  • 2025 – 86,317 miles
  • 2024 – 75,839 miles
  • 2023 – 66,650 miles
  • 2022 – 56,280 miles
  • 2021 – 45,079 miles
  • 2020 – 38,718 miles
  • 2019 – 32,447 miles
  • 2017 – 29,856 miles
  • 2016 – 26,174 miles
  • 2015 – 23,098 miles
  • 2014 – 20,506 miles
  • 2013 – 18,057 miles
  • 2012 – 12,943 miles
  • 2011 – 8,546 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass94,750 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

22 tests since 6 Apr 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass94,750 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    94,750 miles
    Test number
    777129387458

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail94,737 miles (+8,420)6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,737 miles
    Test number
    735145076930
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass86,317 miles (+10,478)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    86,317 miles
    Test number
    229890569668
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass75,839 miles (+9,189)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    75,839 miles
    Test number
    602534922405
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryDirection indicators/Hazard warning lamps. Synchronisation issue, and front indicator lamps do not turn off immediately when switch operated. Aftermarket LED type headlamp units fitted. Dip and main beam both using LED bulbs.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin Uneven wear across axle. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear service brake lagging slightly during increase/decrease checks.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged Both sidewalls bear damage from being driven on whilst underinflated. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass66,650 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    66,650 miles
    Test number
    380589176438
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail66,650 miles (+10,370)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,650 miles
    Test number
    398162106356
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass56,280 miles (+957)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    56,280 miles
    Test number
    488099284497
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides of the car at edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail55,323 miles (+10,244)3 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,323 miles
    Test number
    574396991465
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier Clamp missing (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Nearside front on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Offside front on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Nearside rear valence and chassis rail area (6.1.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass45,079 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2022
    Odometer
    45,079 miles
    Test number
    201886939080
    • AdvisoryBoth Front Suspension Arms (Rear) Bush Starting To Perish
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Crash Bar Deformed (6.1.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail45,079 miles (+6,361)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,079 miles
    Test number
    224794629076
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth Front Suspension Arms (Rear) Bush Starting To Perish
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Crash Bar Deformed (6.1.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass38,718 miles (+6,271)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2021
    Odometer
    38,718 miles
    Test number
    943064416124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass32,447 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    32,447 miles
    Test number
    321851764487

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail32,447 miles (+2,591)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,447 miles
    Test number
    121628909802
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  14. Pass29,856 miles (+3,682)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2018
    Odometer
    29,856 miles
    Test number
    207785566727
    • AdvisoryEml on

  15. Pass26,174 miles (+3,076)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2017
    Odometer
    26,174 miles
    Test number
    598356271552

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass23,098 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2016
    Odometer
    23,098 miles
    Test number
    219986025123
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Fail23,097 miles (+2,591)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,097 miles
    Test number
    265076425168
    • FailureNearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Fail20,506 miles1 dangerous1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,506 miles
    Test number
    375057624108
    • DangerousNail in nearside front tyre
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  19. Pass20,506 miles (+2,449)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2015
    Odometer
    20,506 miles
    Test number
    779057424151
    • DangerousNail in nearside front tyre

  20. Pass18,057 miles (+5,114)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2014
    Odometer
    18,057 miles
    Test number
    938677123116
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass12,943 miles (+4,397)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    12,943 miles
    Test number
    809836792020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass8,546 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    8,546 miles
    Test number
    258676291008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about R16 MKV

Does R16 MKV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R16 MKV is valid until 1 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on R16 MKV?
The MOT on R16 MKV is valid until 1 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R16 MKV done?
R16 MKV was recorded at 94,750 miles at its MOT on 2 Jul 2026, an average of 5,657 miles a year.
Has R16 MKV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R16 MKV has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on R16 MKV 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 MKV find?
R16 MKV passed its latest MOT on 2 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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