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Volkswagen Golf

White · Diesel · 2012 · 1,598 cc

S18 EHBMOT history

S18 EHB is a white diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 19 Jul 2012. Its MOT is valid until 30 Jul 2027 and it has passed 11 of 14 MOT tests, with 129,214 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jul 2026.

S18 EHB white Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 30 Jul 2027
Mileage
129,214 mi
At MOT on 8 Jul 2026
MOT tests
14
11 passed · 3 failed
Per year
7,208 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S18 EHB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
19 Jul 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S18 EHB was last recorded at 129,214 miles on 8 Jul 2026, 11,359 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
117,855 miles · 21 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
11,359 miles
Average per year
7,208 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 129,214 miles
  • 2025 – 117,855 miles
  • 2024 – 106,921 miles
  • 2022 – 85,267 miles
  • 2021 – 85,062 miles
  • 2020 – 82,698 miles
  • 2019 – 75,910 miles
  • 2018 – 69,801 miles
  • 2017 – 63,309 miles
  • 2016 – 57,210 miles
  • 2015 – 51,090 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass129,214 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbones (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryEmissions to clean to readRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryUnder body covered

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

14 tests since 5 Sept 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass129,214 miles (+11,359)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    129,214 miles
    Test number
    780669759915
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbones (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryEmissions to clean to read
    • AdvisoryUnder body covered

  2. Pass117,855 miles (+10,934)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    117,855 miles
    Test number
    874653475096
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded ns and os (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust bracket corroded middle

  3. Pass106,921 miles (+21,654)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    106,921 miles
    Test number
    440536841618
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryEmissions to clean to read

  4. Pass85,267 miles (+205)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    85,267 miles
    Test number
    170083258459
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass85,062 miles (+2,364)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    85,062 miles
    Test number
    742370358919
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass82,698 miles (+6,788)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    82,698 miles
    Test number
    164688233045
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin all (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect minor (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect minor (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Pass75,910 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    75,910 miles
    Test number
    593101119475

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail75,910 miles (+6,109)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,910 miles
    Test number
    385039160311
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass69,801 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    69,801 miles
    Test number
    585662270775

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail69,801 miles (+6,492)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,801 miles
    Test number
    483160533030
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  11. Pass63,309 miles (+6,099)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    63,309 miles
    Test number
    350003942880
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass57,210 miles (+6,120)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    57,210 miles
    Test number
    604031244631
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and engine cover fitted

  13. Pass51,090 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    51,090 miles
    Test number
    582613977211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail51,090 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,090 miles
    Test number
    954813273624
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Questions about S18 EHB

Does S18 EHB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S18 EHB is valid until 30 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on S18 EHB?
The MOT on S18 EHB is valid until 30 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S18 EHB done?
S18 EHB was recorded at 129,214 miles at its MOT on 8 Jul 2026, an average of 7,208 miles a year.
Has S18 EHB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S18 EHB has failed 3 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Oct 2019.
Has the mileage on S18 EHB 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 S18 EHB find?
S18 EHB passed its latest MOT on 8 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: nearside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbones; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 2 more.

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