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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Diesel · 2011 · 1,598 cc

S12 SKTMOT history

S12 SKT is a blue diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 26 Oct 2011. Its MOT is valid until 2 Nov 2026 and it has passed 12 of 15 MOT tests, with 161,728 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Nov 2025.

S12 SKT blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 2 Nov 2026
Mileage
161,728 mi
At MOT on 3 Nov 2025
MOT tests
15
12 passed · 3 failed
Per year
8,023 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S12 SKT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
26 Oct 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
3 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S12 SKT was last recorded at 161,728 miles on 3 Nov 2025, 8,500 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
153,228 miles · 28 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
8,500 miles
Average per year
8,023 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 161,728 miles
  • 2024 – 153,228 miles
  • 2023 – 147,140 miles
  • 2022 – 139,900 miles
  • 2021 – 133,336 miles
  • 2020 – 125,818 miles
  • 2019 – 118,590 miles
  • 2018 – 109,996 miles
  • 2017 – 101,690 miles
  • 2016 – 95,461 miles
  • 2015 – 84,611 miles
  • 2014 – 73,006 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass161,728 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON LIMIT (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOIL LEAK
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON LIMIT (5.2.3 (e))

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 Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

15 tests since 13 Oct 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass161,728 miles (+8,500)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    161,728 miles
    Test number
    550002759203
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON LIMIT (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOIL LEAK
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON LIMIT (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Pass153,228 miles (+6,088)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    153,228 miles
    Test number
    767454863921

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass147,140 miles (+7,240)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    147,140 miles
    Test number
    474525487387

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass139,900 miles (+6,564)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    139,900 miles
    Test number
    250446409187
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  5. Pass133,336 miles (+7,518)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    133,336 miles
    Test number
    301917381047
    • AdvisoryBrake slack adjuster advise adjustment (1.1.18 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.1.16 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  6. Pass125,818 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    125,818 miles
    Test number
    905478749737
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust centre sleeve corroded
  7. Fail125,816 miles (+7,226)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,816 miles
    Test number
    352779097351
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin both rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust centre sleeve corroded
  8. Pass118,590 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    118,590 miles
    Test number
    610589163911
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  9. Fail118,590 miles (+8,594)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,590 miles
    Test number
    791001646510
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing plus worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre on 3mm
  10. Pass109,996 miles (+8,306)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    109,996 miles
    Test number
    181297387967
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre on 2.5mm
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  11. Pass101,690 miles (+6,229)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    101,690 miles
    Test number
    182666794184
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
  12. Pass95,461 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    95,461 miles
    Test number
    217643437517
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
  13. Fail95,461 miles (+10,850)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,461 miles
    Test number
    513707919747
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
  14. Pass84,611 miles (+11,605)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    84,611 miles
    Test number
    619869961375
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre 2.5mm
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre 3mm
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
  15. Pass73,006 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    73,006 miles
    Test number
    896716084254
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about S12 SKT

Does S12 SKT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S12 SKT is valid until 2 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on S12 SKT?
The MOT on S12 SKT is valid until 2 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S12 SKT done?
S12 SKT was recorded at 161,728 miles at its MOT on 3 Nov 2025, an average of 8,023 miles a year.
Has S12 SKT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S12 SKT has failed 3 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Nov 2020.
Has the mileage on S12 SKT 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 SKT find?
S12 SKT passed its latest MOT on 3 Nov 2025 with 5 advisories: nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit; oil leak, and 2 more.

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