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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Diesel · 2005 · 1,896 cc

S12 AHKMOT history

S12 AHK is a blue diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 19 Jan 2005. Its MOT is valid until 27 Dec 2026 and it has passed 19 of 24 MOT tests, with 157,792 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Dec 2025.

S12 AHK blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 27 Dec 2026
Mileage
157,792 mi
At MOT on 19 Dec 2025
MOT tests
24
19 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,133 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S12 AHK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
19 Jan 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
19 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S12 AHK was last recorded at 157,792 miles on 19 Dec 2025, 5,129 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
152,663 miles · 27 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
5,129 miles
Average per year
8,133 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 157,792 miles
  • 2024 – 152,663 miles
  • 2023 – 144,250 miles
  • 2022 – 137,190 miles
  • 2021 – 124,951 miles
  • 2020 – 115,185 miles
  • 2019 – 107,687 miles
  • 2018 – 97,521 miles
  • 2017 – 86,682 miles
  • 2016 – 79,819 miles
  • 2015 – 74,289 miles
  • 2014 – 66,430 miles
  • 2013 – 53,835 miles
  • 2012 – 43,930 miles
  • 2011 – 37,566 miles
  • 2010 – 29,315 miles
  • 2009 – 25,122 miles
  • 2008 – 19,231 miles
  • 2007 – 10,333 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass157,792 miles
  • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

24 tests since 2 Nov 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass157,792 miles (+5,129)1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    157,792 miles
    Test number
    374049823352
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass152,663 miles (+8,413)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    152,663 miles
    Test number
    406755512722
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass144,250 miles (+105)
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    144,250 miles
    Test number
    837005934081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail144,145 miles (+6,955)3 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,145 miles
    Test number
    733647557676
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  5. Pass137,190 miles (+12,239)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    137,190 miles
    Test number
    102602751701
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (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 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass124,951 miles (+9,766)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    124,951 miles
    Test number
    103660021768
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass115,185 miles (+7,498)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    115,185 miles
    Test number
    993407731357
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass107,687 miles (+10,166)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    107,687 miles
    Test number
    356252801499
    • AdvisoryNearside Front outer wing corroded and taped
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass97,521 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    97,521 miles
    Test number
    104845960481

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail97,521 miles (+10,839)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,521 miles
    Test number
    510572768526
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Body component corroded and likely to cause injury wing (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  11. Pass86,682 miles (+6,863)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    86,682 miles
    Test number
    388892388869
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge worn (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  12. Pass79,819 miles (+5,530)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    79,819 miles
    Test number
    724602675157
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  13. Pass74,289 miles (+7,859)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    74,289 miles
    Test number
    955436154323

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass66,430 miles (+23)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    66,430 miles
    Test number
    847594254321
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Fail66,407 miles (+12,572)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,407 miles
    Test number
    628011354398
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass53,835 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    53,835 miles
    Test number
    746908553302

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail53,833 miles (+9,903)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,833 miles
    Test number
    679978353317
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

  18. Pass43,930 miles (+6,364)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    43,930 miles
    Test number
    187158212311
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass37,566 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    37,566 miles
    Test number
    148409301352
    • NoteEngine inspection light on

  20. Fail37,566 miles (+8,251)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,566 miles
    Test number
    765539401321
    • FailureBrake has no servo assistance (3.3.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteEngine inspection light on

  21. Pass29,315 miles (+4,193)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    29,315 miles
    Test number
    753780410386
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass25,122 miles (+5,891)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    25,122 miles
    Test number
    762840449336

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass19,231 miles (+8,898)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    19,231 miles
    Test number
    344899958348

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass10,333 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    10,333 miles
    Test number
    562036407319

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S12 AHK

Does S12 AHK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S12 AHK is valid until 27 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on S12 AHK?
The MOT on S12 AHK is valid until 27 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S12 AHK done?
S12 AHK was recorded at 157,792 miles at its MOT on 19 Dec 2025, an average of 8,133 miles a year.
Has S12 AHK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S12 AHK has failed 5 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on S12 AHK 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 S12 AHK find?
S12 AHK passed its latest MOT on 19 Dec 2025 with 1 minor defect and 10 advisories: headlamp lens slightly defective; nearside front coil spring corroded; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 8 more.

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