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Volkswagen Golf

Red · Petrol · 2005 · 2,000 cc

S18 MKVMOT history

S18 MKV is a red petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 24 Jun 2005. Its MOT is valid until 26 Feb 2027 and it has passed 18 of 21 MOT tests, with 116,508 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jan 2026.

S18 MKV red Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 26 Feb 2027
Mileage
116,508 mi
At MOT on 27 Jan 2026
MOT tests
21
18 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,228 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S18 MKV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,000 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
24 Jun 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S18 MKV was last recorded at 116,508 miles on 27 Jan 2026, 3,021 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
113,487 miles · 27 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
3,021 miles
Average per year
5,228 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 116,508 miles
  • 2025 – 113,487 miles
  • 2023 – 108,626 miles
  • 2022 – 102,462 miles
  • 2021 – 95,360 miles
  • 2020 – 88,592 miles
  • 2019 – 85,231 miles
  • 2018 – 78,727 miles
  • 2017 – 68,848 miles
  • 2016 – 62,322 miles
  • 2015 – 59,514 miles
  • 2014 – 55,376 miles
  • 2013 – 50,454 miles
  • 2012 – 46,145 miles
  • 2011 – 41,709 miles
  • 2010 – 36,653 miles
  • 2009 – 29,238 miles
  • 2008 – 24,590 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass116,508 miles
  • MinorRear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (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 Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive engine

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

21 tests since 28 Jun 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass116,508 miles (+3,021)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    116,508 miles
    Test number
    474511716619
    • MinorRear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass113,487 miles (+4,861)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    113,487 miles
    Test number
    699402062280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass108,626 miles (+6,164)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    108,626 miles
    Test number
    936211507390
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass102,462 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    102,462 miles
    Test number
    451600757962
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail102,462 miles (+7,102)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,462 miles
    Test number
    783410267291
    • MajorNearside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass95,360 miles (+6,768)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    95,360 miles
    Test number
    201956549559
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass88,592 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    88,592 miles
    Test number
    535726192107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail88,592 miles (+3,361)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,592 miles
    Test number
    260714838571
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front drop link ball joint cover perished

  9. Pass85,231 miles (+6,504)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    85,231 miles
    Test number
    580390270954

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass78,727 miles (+9,879)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    78,727 miles
    Test number
    103242155342

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass68,848 miles (+6,526)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    68,848 miles
    Test number
    299731239403
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  12. Pass62,322 miles (+2,808)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    62,322 miles
    Test number
    339936734553
    • AdvisoryBOTH HEADLIGHT LENSES DETERIOATED (ONLY JUST GETTING PATTERN)
    • AdvisoryBOTH REAR TYRES WORN UNEVEN ON INSIDE EDGES + PERISHED ALONG TREADS

  13. Pass59,514 miles (+4,138)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    59,514 miles
    Test number
    817106065125
    • NoteBOTH REAR TYRES PERISHED ALONG TREADS (NO ACTION REQUIRED)

  14. Pass55,376 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    55,376 miles
    Test number
    747168874141
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNearside Rear Tyre Starting To Perish
    • NoteOffside Rear Tyre Starting To Perish
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Fail55,376 miles (+4,922)1 failure1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,376 miles
    Test number
    917298874139
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNearside Rear Tyre Starting To Perish
    • NoteOffside Rear Tyre Starting To Perish
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass50,454 miles (+4,309)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    50,454 miles
    Test number
    179376163139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass46,145 miles (+4,436)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    46,145 miles
    Test number
    669877172171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass41,709 miles (+5,056)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    41,709 miles
    Test number
    247485261126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass36,653 miles (+7,415)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    36,653 miles
    Test number
    264523360465

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass29,238 miles (+4,648)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    29,238 miles
    Test number
    212536679140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass24,590 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    24,590 miles
    Test number
    783210688146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S18 MKV

Does S18 MKV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S18 MKV is valid until 26 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on S18 MKV?
The MOT on S18 MKV is valid until 26 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S18 MKV done?
S18 MKV was recorded at 116,508 miles at its MOT on 27 Jan 2026, an average of 5,228 miles a year.
Has S18 MKV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S18 MKV has failed 3 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on S18 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 S18 MKV find?
S18 MKV passed its latest MOT on 27 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect: rear upper stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning.

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