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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 2007 · 1,984 cc

S12 MKVMOT history

S12 MKV is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 10 Nov 2007. Its MOT is valid until 5 Jan 2027 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 138,337 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Jan 2026.

S12 MKV black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 5 Jan 2027
Mileage
138,337 mi
At MOT on 6 Jan 2026
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,122 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S12 MKV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
10 Nov 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S12 MKV was last recorded at 138,337 miles on 6 Jan 2026, 60 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
138,277 miles · 9 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
60 miles
Average per year
8,122 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 138,337 miles
  • 2025 – 138,277 miles
  • 2024 – 131,774 miles
  • 2023 – 122,245 miles
  • 2022 – 112,821 miles
  • 2021 – 104,165 miles
  • 2020 – 97,590 miles
  • 2019 – 87,259 miles
  • 2018 – 80,055 miles
  • 2017 – 72,414 miles
  • 2016 – 61,239 miles
  • 2015 – 52,217 miles
  • 2014 – 42,057 miles
  • 2013 – 32,448 miles
  • 2012 – 22,248 miles
  • 2011 – 18,841 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass138,337 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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases middle box

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front NS Fog lamp not working

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

21 tests since 21 Apr 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass138,337 miles (+60)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    138,337 miles
    Test number
    865804827060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass138,277 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    138,277 miles
    Test number
    536187486314
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  3. Fail138,277 miles (+6,503)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,277 miles
    Test number
    775061334345
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  4. Pass131,774 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    131,774 miles
    Test number
    499318710701
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases middle box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail131,774 miles (+9,529)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,774 miles
    Test number
    103551475449
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases middle box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass122,245 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    122,245 miles
    Test number
    103625852217
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndercovers Fitted

  7. Fail122,245 miles (+9,424)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,245 miles
    Test number
    353187304734
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndercovers Fitted

  8. Pass112,821 miles (+4)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    112,821 miles
    Test number
    906000978982
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front NS Fog lamp not working
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail112,817 miles (+8,652)1 dangerous4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,817 miles
    Test number
    929911558829
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front NS Fog lamp not working
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass104,165 miles (+6,575)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    104,165 miles
    Test number
    917192616101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass97,590 miles (+10,331)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    97,590 miles
    Test number
    418788419318

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass87,259 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    87,259 miles
    Test number
    683550248955

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail87,259 miles (+7,204)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,259 miles
    Test number
    319918543072
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  14. Pass80,055 miles (+7,641)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    80,055 miles
    Test number
    636646400122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass72,414 miles (+11,175)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    72,414 miles
    Test number
    533806119840

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass61,239 miles (+9,022)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    61,239 miles
    Test number
    872289259532

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass52,217 miles (+10,160)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    52,217 miles
    Test number
    839938725033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass42,057 miles (+9,609)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    42,057 miles
    Test number
    579654024051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass32,448 miles (+10,200)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    32,448 miles
    Test number
    505860133058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass22,248 miles (+3,407)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    22,248 miles
    Test number
    457489332058
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass18,841 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    18,841 miles
    Test number
    889641311148
    • NoteNearside rear tyre has few cuts no cord showing
    • NoteOffside rear tyre parished inside wall

Questions about S12 MKV

Does S12 MKV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S12 MKV is valid until 5 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on S12 MKV?
The MOT on S12 MKV is valid until 5 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S12 MKV done?
S12 MKV was recorded at 138,337 miles at its MOT on 6 Jan 2026, an average of 8,122 miles a year.
Has S12 MKV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S12 MKV has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on S12 MKV 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 MKV find?
S12 MKV passed its latest MOT on 6 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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