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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2013 · 1,968 cc

S12 ARVMOT history

S12 ARV is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 9 Mar 2013. Its MOT is valid until 2 Mar 2027 and it has passed 11 of 13 MOT tests, with 127,281 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Mar 2026.

S12 ARV black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 2 Mar 2027
Mileage
127,281 mi
At MOT on 3 Mar 2026
MOT tests
13
11 passed · 2 failed
Per year
10,598 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S12 ARV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
9 Mar 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S12 ARV was last recorded at 127,281 miles on 3 Mar 2026, 11,777 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
115,504 miles · 20 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
11,777 miles
Average per year
10,598 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 127,281 miles
  • 2025 – 115,504 miles
  • 2024 – 103,909 miles
  • 2023 – 94,117 miles
  • 2022 – 77,610 miles
  • 2021 – 66,458 miles
  • 2020 – 58,238 miles
  • 2019 – 48,338 miles
  • 2018 – 37,351 miles
  • 2017 – 25,729 miles
  • 2016 – 20,644 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass127,281 miles
  • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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 slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

13 tests since 9 Feb 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass127,281 miles (+11,777)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    127,281 miles
    Test number
    427182201430
    • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass115,504 miles (+11,595)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    115,504 miles
    Test number
    176808583004
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass103,909 miles (+9,792)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    103,909 miles
    Test number
    965434289422

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass94,117 miles (+16,507)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    94,117 miles
    Test number
    534534658351

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass77,610 miles (+37)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    77,610 miles
    Test number
    461440716656
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  6. Fail77,573 miles (+11,115)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,573 miles
    Test number
    563458641103
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  7. Pass66,458 miles (+8,220)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    66,458 miles
    Test number
    394102471458
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  8. Pass58,238 miles (+9,900)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    58,238 miles
    Test number
    641816344959
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass48,338 miles (+10,987)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    48,338 miles
    Test number
    906808217784

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass37,351 miles (+11,622)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    37,351 miles
    Test number
    192638573765
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  11. Pass25,729 miles (+5,085)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    25,729 miles
    Test number
    618842491812

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass20,644 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    20,644 miles
    Test number
    167922122688

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail20,644 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,644 miles
    Test number
    589612351857
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Questions about S12 ARV

Does S12 ARV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S12 ARV is valid until 2 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on S12 ARV?
The MOT on S12 ARV is valid until 2 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S12 ARV done?
S12 ARV was recorded at 127,281 miles at its MOT on 3 Mar 2026, an average of 10,598 miles a year.
Has S12 ARV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S12 ARV has failed 2 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on S12 ARV 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 ARV find?
S12 ARV passed its latest MOT on 3 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: nearside side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light; front brake pad(s) wearing thin; nearside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 3 more.

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