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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 2009 · 3,200 cc

S23 KYBMOT history

S23 KYB is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 5 Mar 2009. Its MOT is valid until 25 Nov 2026 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 79,029 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Nov 2025.

S23 KYB black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 25 Nov 2026
Mileage
79,029 mi
At MOT on 26 Nov 2025
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,991 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S23 KYB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,200 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
5 Mar 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
26 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S23 KYB was last recorded at 79,029 miles on 26 Nov 2025, 2,122 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
76,907 miles · 19 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
2,122 miles
Average per year
3,991 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 79,029 miles
  • 2024 – 76,907 miles
  • 2023 – 68,522 miles
  • 2022 – 65,279 miles
  • 2021 – 63,142 miles
  • 2020 – 61,370 miles
  • 2019 – 58,578 miles
  • 2018 – 56,847 miles
  • 2017 – 55,490 miles
  • 2016 – 53,414 miles
  • 2015 – 49,151 miles
  • 2014 – 37,801 miles
  • 2013 – 32,952 miles
  • 2012 – 30,414 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass79,029 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Under covers

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

21 tests since 16 Feb 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass79,029 miles (+2,122)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    79,029 miles
    Test number
    372640845021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass76,907 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    76,907 miles
    Test number
    836248750294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail76,905 miles (+8,383)2 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,905 miles
    Test number
    839819367251
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge wearing fast. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge wearing fast. (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Pass68,522 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    68,522 miles
    Test number
    564829661511

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail68,521 miles (+3,242)1 dangerous4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,521 miles
    Test number
    475668921161
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working No noise from Pump. !!! (3.5 (a))
  6. Pass65,279 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    65,279 miles
    Test number
    607718842061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail65,279 miles (+2,137)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,279 miles
    Test number
    421486440269
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  8. Pass63,142 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    63,142 miles
    Test number
    832684586307

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail63,142 miles (+1,772)4 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,142 miles
    Test number
    980633312755
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  10. Pass61,370 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    61,370 miles
    Test number
    397809956846

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail61,369 miles (+2,791)2 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,369 miles
    Test number
    787172193328
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure cracks in tread. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure cracks in tread / tread getting low . (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorUpper Stop lamp(s) not working High level. (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Also wearing on inner edge. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  12. Pass58,578 miles (+1,731)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    58,578 miles
    Test number
    138902220498
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyre treads beginning to crack in treads...
  13. Pass56,847 miles (+1,357)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    56,847 miles
    Test number
    766613382507
    • AdvisoryUnder covers
  14. Pass55,490 miles (+2,076)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    55,490 miles
    Test number
    841421708665
    • AdvisoryCenter stop lamp inop
    • AdvisoryUnder covers
  15. Pass53,414 miles (+4,263)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    53,414 miles
    Test number
    986253138126
    • AdvisoryHigh level stop light not working
  16. Pass49,151 miles (+3,070)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    49,151 miles
    Test number
    951102287175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass46,081 miles (+8,280)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2016
    Odometer
    46,081 miles
    Test number
    665879135196
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  18. Pass37,801 miles (+4,849)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2015
    Odometer
    37,801 miles
    Test number
    986790544165
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  19. Pass32,952 miles (+2,538)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2014
    Odometer
    32,952 miles
    Test number
    458501053157
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  20. Fail30,414 miles (+6,366)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,414 miles
    Test number
    708872252308
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.2.1b)
  21. Pass24,048 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    24,048 miles
    Test number
    236047942076
    • AdvisoryCentre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • 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)

Questions about S23 KYB

Does S23 KYB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S23 KYB is valid until 25 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on S23 KYB?
The MOT on S23 KYB is valid until 25 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S23 KYB done?
S23 KYB was recorded at 79,029 miles at its MOT on 26 Nov 2025, an average of 3,991 miles a year.
Has S23 KYB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S23 KYB has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on S23 KYB 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 S23 KYB find?
S23 KYB passed its latest MOT on 26 Nov 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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