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Volkswagen Golf

Grey · Diesel · 2008 · 1,896 cc

S14 TKNMOT history

S14 TKN is a grey diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 21 Nov 2008. Its MOT is valid until 16 Jan 2027 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 136,025 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jan 2026.

S14 TKN grey Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 16 Jan 2027
Mileage
136,025 mi
At MOT on 8 Jan 2026
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
7,517 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S14 TKN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
21 Nov 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S14 TKN was last recorded at 136,025 miles on 8 Jan 2026, 3,857 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
132,168 miles · 13 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
3,857 miles
Average per year
7,517 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 136,025 miles
  • 2025 – 132,168 miles
  • 2024 – 126,560 miles
  • 2023 – 122,366 miles
  • 2022 – 118,236 miles
  • 2021 – 111,182 miles
  • 2020 – 104,549 miles
  • 2019 – 93,437 miles
  • 2017 – 81,775 miles
  • 2016 – 60,762 miles
  • 2015 – 49,286 miles
  • 2014 – 41,159 miles
  • 2013 – 34,174 miles
  • 2012 – 33,502 miles
  • 2011 – 29,433 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass136,025 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (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 Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement alloy bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

25 tests since 4 Nov 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass136,025 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    136,025 miles
    Test number
    945103083409
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail136,025 miles (+3,857)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,025 miles
    Test number
    851872276747
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass132,168 miles (+5,608)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    132,168 miles
    Test number
    453377676891
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass126,560 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    126,560 miles
    Test number
    461073473942
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement alloy bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Fail126,555 miles (+4,189)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,555 miles
    Test number
    502625415068
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced seat belt anchorage point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement alloy bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass122,366 miles (+4,130)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    122,366 miles
    Test number
    561647181810
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass118,236 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    118,236 miles
    Test number
    439384355466

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail118,235 miles (+7,053)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,235 miles
    Test number
    301104765588
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords damaged Tyre has been run flat inner and outer sidewalls damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Side repeater not working Wing mirror repeater inop (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass111,182 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    111,182 miles
    Test number
    741893679282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail111,181 miles (+6,632)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,181 miles
    Test number
    425777139898
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle 45% imbalance (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorFront Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  11. Pass104,549 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    104,549 miles
    Test number
    108216750909
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Fail104,549 miles (+11,112)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,549 miles
    Test number
    337823058863
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Pass93,437 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    93,437 miles
    Test number
    283312261224
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  14. Fail93,435 miles (+11,660)1 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,435 miles
    Test number
    550202818696
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  15. Pass81,775 miles (+10,006)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    81,775 miles
    Test number
    975460809651
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass71,769 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    71,769 miles
    Test number
    401962825155
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail71,768 miles (+11,006)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,768 miles
    Test number
    169268285302
    • FailureNearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass60,762 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    60,762 miles
    Test number
    474991517825
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Fail60,761 miles (+11,475)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,761 miles
    Test number
    651354157836
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass49,286 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    49,286 miles
    Test number
    945615515032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail49,282 miles (+8,123)1 failure1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,282 miles
    Test number
    256935715070
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  22. Pass41,159 miles (+6,985)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    41,159 miles
    Test number
    869726314015
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBoth rear brakes slightly sticking

  23. Pass34,174 miles (+672)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    34,174 miles
    Test number
    479137913068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass33,502 miles (+4,069)
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    33,502 miles
    Test number
    127516402392

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass29,433 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    29,433 miles
    Test number
    898418201306
    • NoteBoth front wiper blades smearing

Questions about S14 TKN

Does S14 TKN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S14 TKN is valid until 16 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on S14 TKN?
The MOT on S14 TKN is valid until 16 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S14 TKN done?
S14 TKN was recorded at 136,025 miles at its MOT on 8 Jan 2026, an average of 7,517 miles a year.
Has S14 TKN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S14 TKN has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on S14 TKN 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 S14 TKN find?
S14 TKN passed its latest MOT on 8 Jan 2026 with 1 advisory: rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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