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Volkswagen EOS

Black · Diesel · 2011 · 1,968 cc

R16 SMJMOT history

R16 SMJ is a black diesel Volkswagen EOS first used on 28 Apr 2011. Its MOT is valid until 1 Oct 2027 and it has passed 13 of 16 MOT tests, with 118,319 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 1 Oct 2027
Mileage
118,319 mi
At MOT on 28 Sept 2026
MOT tests
16
13 passed · 3 failed
Per year
8,317 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R16 SMJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
EOS
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
28 Apr 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

R16 SMJ was last recorded at 118,319 miles on 28 Sept 2026, 3,228 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
115,091 miles · 25 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
3,228 miles
Average per year
8,317 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 118,319 miles
  • 2025 – 115,091 miles
  • 2024 – 110,895 miles
  • 2023 – 107,001 miles
  • 2022 – 102,628 miles
  • 2021 – 98,269 miles
  • 2020 – 94,509 miles
  • 2019 – 82,837 miles
  • 2018 – 66,677 miles
  • 2017 – 53,202 miles
  • 2016 – 38,662 miles
  • 2015 – 18,752 miles
  • 2014 – 14,737 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass118,319 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2023

Full MOT history

16 tests since 15 Apr 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass118,319 miles (+3,228)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    118,319 miles
    Test number
    362991360050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass115,091 miles (+4,196)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    115,091 miles
    Test number
    517575435154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass110,895 miles (+3,894)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    110,895 miles
    Test number
    919159361233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass107,001 miles (+4,373)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    107,001 miles
    Test number
    547117136748
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass102,628 miles (+4,359)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    102,628 miles
    Test number
    849044431979
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  6. Pass98,269 miles (+30)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    98,269 miles
    Test number
    145759799721
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge rear bush (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  7. Fail98,239 miles (+3,730)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,239 miles
    Test number
    676074434614
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryHANDBRAKE IS STIFF IN OPERATION
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge WORN TO LIMIT & WEARING ON INNER EDGE (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  8. Pass94,509 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    94,509 miles
    Test number
    264583015686
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Fail94,509 miles (+11,672)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,509 miles
    Test number
    692205806187
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Pass82,837 miles (+16,160)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    82,837 miles
    Test number
    717637224597
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
  11. Pass66,677 miles (+13,475)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    66,677 miles
    Test number
    539180588487

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass53,202 miles (+14,540)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    53,202 miles
    Test number
    158686612197
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit right on the limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit right on the limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit right on the limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  13. Pass38,662 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    38,662 miles
    Test number
    785078191310

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail38,662 miles (+19,910)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,662 miles
    Test number
    864167156387
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too low both (1.8)
  15. Pass18,752 miles (+4,015)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    18,752 miles
    Test number
    656546985053
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  16. Pass14,737 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    14,737 miles
    Test number
    497455804123
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about R16 SMJ

Does R16 SMJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R16 SMJ is valid until 1 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on R16 SMJ?
The MOT on R16 SMJ is valid until 1 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R16 SMJ done?
R16 SMJ was recorded at 118,319 miles at its MOT on 28 Sept 2026, an average of 8,317 miles a year.
Has R16 SMJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R16 SMJ has failed 3 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Sept 2021.
Has the mileage on R16 SMJ 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 SMJ find?
R16 SMJ passed its latest MOT on 28 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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