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Black · Diesel · 2010 · 1,968 cc

RCA 557MOT history

RCA 557 is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 14 Jul 2010. Its MOT is valid until 17 Aug 2027 and it has passed 13 of 19 MOT tests, with 117,602 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Aug 2026.

RCA 557 black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 17 Aug 2027
Mileage
117,602 mi
At MOT on 18 Aug 2026
MOT tests
19
13 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,701 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
RCA 557
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
14 Jul 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

RCA 557 was last recorded at 117,602 miles on 18 Aug 2026, 58 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
117,544 miles · 13 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
58 miles
Average per year
6,701 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 117,602 miles
  • 2025 – 114,607 miles
  • 2024 – 109,076 miles
  • 2023 – 97,385 miles
  • 2022 – 88,080 miles
  • 2020 – 83,203 miles
  • 2019 – 77,867 miles
  • 2018 – 73,048 miles
  • 2017 – 65,305 miles
  • 2016 – 56,309 miles
  • 2015 – 48,810 miles
  • 2014 – 40,482 miles
  • 2013 – 29,412 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass117,602 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Nearside and Offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Nearside and Offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside and Offside, Trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Nearside and Offside, perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Front and Rear (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Undertrays fitted to underside of vehicle covering some components

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

19 tests since 20 Jun 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass117,602 miles (+58)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    117,602 miles
    Test number
    803306264556
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Nearside and Offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Nearside and Offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside and Offside, Trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Nearside and Offside, perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Front and Rear (0.1 (b))
  2. Fail117,544 miles (+2,937)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,544 miles
    Test number
    226804260992
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Nearside and Offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Nearside and Offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside and Offside, Trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Nearside and Offside, perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Front and Rear (0.1 (b))
  3. Pass114,607 miles (+13)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    114,607 miles
    Test number
    710637971339
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  4. Fail114,594 miles (+5,518)1 dangerous6 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,594 miles
    Test number
    318150597324
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  5. Pass109,076 miles (+11,691)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    109,076 miles
    Test number
    719540933735
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement LOWER ARM REAR BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement LOWER ARM REAR BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  6. Pass97,385 miles (+9,305)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    97,385 miles
    Test number
    343363707956

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass88,080 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    88,080 miles
    Test number
    575986238096
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  8. Fail88,078 miles (+4,875)4 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,078 miles
    Test number
    665425728975
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers insecurely attached pinch bolt missing (5.3.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  9. Pass83,203 miles (+5,336)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    83,203 miles
    Test number
    809427016779
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  10. Pass77,867 miles (+4,819)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    77,867 miles
    Test number
    904973992880
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted
  11. Pass73,048 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    73,048 miles
    Test number
    586902474340
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted to underside of vehicle
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre wearing inner edge
  12. Fail73,047 miles (+7,742)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,047 miles
    Test number
    667707041877
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear mirror glass missing (3.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted to underside of vehicle
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre wearing inner edge
  13. Pass65,305 miles (+8,996)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    65,305 miles
    Test number
    695384896695
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit bald inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryUnder covers fitted
  14. Pass56,309 miles (+7,499)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    56,309 miles
    Test number
    209558324611
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre wearing inner edge
  15. Pass48,810 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    48,810 miles
    Test number
    418780645513
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted to underside of vehicle covering some components
  16. Fail48,810 miles (+8,328)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,810 miles
    Test number
    182713862668
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted to underside of vehicle covering some components
  17. Pass40,482 miles (+11,070)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    40,482 miles
    Test number
    608861124235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass29,412 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    29,412 miles
    Test number
    928072173166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail29,411 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,411 miles
    Test number
    797671073137
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Questions about RCA 557

What vehicle is registration RCA 557 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show RCA 557 on a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 14 Jul 2010. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does RCA 557 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on RCA 557 is valid until 17 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on RCA 557?
The MOT on RCA 557 is valid until 17 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has RCA 557 done?
RCA 557 was recorded at 117,602 miles at its MOT on 18 Aug 2026, an average of 6,701 miles a year.
Has RCA 557 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. RCA 557 has failed 6 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on RCA 557 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 RCA 557 find?
RCA 557 passed its latest MOT on 18 Aug 2026 with 7 advisories: front suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened nearside and offside; oil leak, but not excessive; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened, and 4 more.

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