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Volkswagen Golf

Grey · Diesel · 2013 · 1,968 cc

S21 TAOMOT history

S21 TAO is a grey diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 2 Sept 2013. Its MOT is valid until 7 Apr 2027 and it has passed 11 of 12 MOT tests, with 105,072 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Apr 2026.

S21 TAO grey Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 7 Apr 2027
Mileage
105,072 mi
At MOT on 8 Apr 2026
MOT tests
12
11 passed · 1 failed
Per year
7,928 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S21 TAO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
2 Sept 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S21 TAO was last recorded at 105,072 miles on 8 Apr 2026, 7,302 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
97,770 miles · 25 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
7,302 miles
Average per year
7,928 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 105,072 miles
  • 2025 – 97,770 miles
  • 2024 – 87,013 miles
  • 2023 – 78,037 miles
  • 2022 – 77,619 miles
  • 2021 – 65,090 miles
  • 2020 – 53,288 miles
  • 2019 – 41,946 miles
  • 2018 – 37,011 miles
  • 2017 – 32,625 miles
  • 2016 – 27,602 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass105,072 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2024

Full MOT history

12 tests since 30 Jun 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass105,072 miles (+7,302)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    105,072 miles
    Test number
    252042280201
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass97,770 miles (+10,757)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    97,770 miles
    Test number
    925264963590

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass87,013 miles (+8,976)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    87,013 miles
    Test number
    521102698170
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass78,037 miles (+418)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    78,037 miles
    Test number
    278720774682

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass77,619 miles (+12,529)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    77,619 miles
    Test number
    529691596743
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Damaged (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass65,090 miles (+11,802)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    65,090 miles
    Test number
    489640404373
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread broken (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass53,288 miles (+11,342)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    53,288 miles
    Test number
    420296409028
    • AdvisoryBoth Rear Tyres Worn Unevenly on Inner Tread
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass41,946 miles (+4,935)
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    41,946 miles
    Test number
    190988321988

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass37,011 miles (+4,386)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    37,011 miles
    Test number
    922162804743
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass32,625 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    32,625 miles
    Test number
    927685358652

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail32,625 miles (+5,023)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,625 miles
    Test number
    745733996780
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  12. Pass27,602 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    27,602 miles
    Test number
    909779408425

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S21 TAO

Does S21 TAO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S21 TAO is valid until 7 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on S21 TAO?
The MOT on S21 TAO is valid until 7 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S21 TAO done?
S21 TAO was recorded at 105,072 miles at its MOT on 8 Apr 2026, an average of 7,928 miles a year.
Has S21 TAO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S21 TAO has failed 1 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Jun 2017.
Has the mileage on S21 TAO 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 S21 TAO find?
S21 TAO passed its latest MOT on 8 Apr 2026 with 1 advisory: front brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair..

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