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Volkswagen Golf

Red · Diesel · 2010 · 1,598 cc

R8 TDGMOT history

R8 TDG is a red diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 30 Jul 2010. Its MOT is valid until 20 Feb 2027 and it has passed 13 of 15 MOT tests, with 229,492 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Feb 2026.

R8 TDG red Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 20 Feb 2027
Mileage
229,492 mi
At MOT on 21 Feb 2026
MOT tests
15
13 passed · 2 failed
Per year
15,743 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R8 TDG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
30 Jul 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

R8 TDG was last recorded at 229,492 miles on 21 Feb 2026, 8,052 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
221,440 miles · 24 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
8,052 miles
Average per year
15,743 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 229,492 miles
  • 2025 – 221,440 miles
  • 2024 – 198,219 miles
  • 2023 – 177,632 miles
  • 2022 – 137,694 miles
  • 2021 – 125,731 miles
  • 2019 – 115,936 miles
  • 2018 – 101,858 miles
  • 2017 – 88,782 miles
  • 2016 – 73,881 miles
  • 2015 – 60,021 miles
  • 2014 – 45,741 miles
  • 2013 – 31,174 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass229,492 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 Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

15 tests since 18 Jul 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass229,492 miles (+8,052)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    229,492 miles
    Test number
    935735395751

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass221,440 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    221,440 miles
    Test number
    760118917125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail221,440 miles (+23,221)1 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    221,440 miles
    Test number
    719403249878
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • MajorReversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass198,219 miles (+20,587)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    198,219 miles
    Test number
    519638010692

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass177,632 miles (+39,938)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    177,632 miles
    Test number
    335710052215
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass137,694 miles (+11,963)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    137,694 miles
    Test number
    745384876866
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Pass125,731 miles (+9,795)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    125,731 miles
    Test number
    331741179211
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Sound deadening material not fully secure under bonnet (8.1.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass115,936 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    115,936 miles
    Test number
    795756120082
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Fail115,931 miles (+14,073)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,931 miles
    Test number
    124037157941
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass101,858 miles (+13,076)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    101,858 miles
    Test number
    851107139966
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  11. Pass88,782 miles (+14,901)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    88,782 miles
    Test number
    995510726257
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass73,881 miles (+13,860)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    73,881 miles
    Test number
    694474168731

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass60,021 miles (+14,280)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    60,021 miles
    Test number
    688094205237
    • NoteUneven wear on rear tyres.

  14. Pass45,741 miles (+14,567)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    45,741 miles
    Test number
    825640804247
    • NoteDue to engine design engine will not rev beyond 2500rpm and DSM will not detect acceleration
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass31,174 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    31,174 miles
    Test number
    255029893160
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Questions about R8 TDG

Does R8 TDG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R8 TDG is valid until 20 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on R8 TDG?
The MOT on R8 TDG is valid until 20 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R8 TDG done?
R8 TDG was recorded at 229,492 miles at its MOT on 21 Feb 2026, an average of 15,743 miles a year.
Has R8 TDG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R8 TDG has failed 2 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on R8 TDG 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 R8 TDG find?
R8 TDG passed its latest MOT on 21 Feb 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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