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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 1997 · 1,781 cc

R552 BWRMOT history

R552 BWR is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 3 Nov 1997. Its MOT is valid until 15 Apr 2027 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 93,944 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Mar 2026.

R552 BWR black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 15 Apr 2027
Mileage
93,944 mi
At MOT on 31 Mar 2026
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,571 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R552 BWR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
3 Nov 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
31 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

R552 BWR was last recorded at 93,944 miles on 31 Mar 2026, 2,716 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
91,228 miles · 16 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
2,716 miles
Average per year
1,571 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 93,944 miles
  • 2025 – 91,228 miles
  • 2024 – 90,175 miles
  • 2023 – 89,441 miles
  • 2021 – 88,773 miles
  • 2019 – 87,891 miles
  • 2014 – 86,510 miles
  • 2013 – 78,614 miles
  • 2012 – 74,012 miles
  • 2011 – 68,860 miles
  • 2010 – 68,409 miles
  • 2009 – 67,652 miles
  • 2007 – 67,650 miles
  • 2006 – 65,080 miles
  • 2005 – 61,949 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass93,944 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 Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2014

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

21 tests since 18 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass93,944 miles (+2,716)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    93,944 miles
    Test number
    664742847336

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass91,228 miles (+1,053)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    91,228 miles
    Test number
    914448486495

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass90,175 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    90,175 miles
    Test number
    684498949836

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail90,175 miles (+734)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,175 miles
    Test number
    409434790406
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  5. Pass89,441 miles (+668)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    89,441 miles
    Test number
    426548237009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass88,773 miles (+882)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    88,773 miles
    Test number
    135241654456

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass87,891 miles (+1,381)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    87,891 miles
    Test number
    510895836315

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass86,510 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    86,510 miles
    Test number
    629645324201
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  9. Fail86,510 miles (+7,896)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,510 miles
    Test number
    399964624295
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  10. Pass78,614 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    78,614 miles
    Test number
    366420123238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail78,610 miles (+4,598)9 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,610 miles
    Test number
    717668613270
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureNearside rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing severely (3.7.B.6b)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

  12. Pass74,012 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    74,012 miles
    Test number
    757007002259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail74,012 miles (+5,152)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,012 miles
    Test number
    778137802232
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  14. Pass68,860 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    68,860 miles
    Test number
    356360611492

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail68,860 miles (+451)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,860 miles
    Test number
    135659201206
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass68,409 miles (+757)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    68,409 miles
    Test number
    963246780135
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Pass67,652 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    67,652 miles
    Test number
    313073609219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail67,652 miles (+2)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,652 miles
    Test number
    872118099184
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteCoolant leak

  19. Pass67,650 miles (+2,570)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    67,650 miles
    Test number
    664851527376
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryMacpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  20. Pass65,080 miles (+3,131)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    65,080 miles
    Test number
    364249626390

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass61,949 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    61,949 miles
    Test number
    421202925335

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about R552 BWR

Does R552 BWR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R552 BWR is valid until 15 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on R552 BWR?
The MOT on R552 BWR is valid until 15 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R552 BWR done?
R552 BWR was recorded at 93,944 miles at its MOT on 31 Mar 2026, an average of 1,571 miles a year.
Has R552 BWR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R552 BWR has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on R552 BWR 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 R552 BWR find?
R552 BWR passed its latest MOT on 31 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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