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Blue · Hybrid electric (clean) · 2018 · 1,395 cc

S26 GLHMOT history

S26 GLH is a blue hybrid electric (clean) Volkswagen Golf first used on 31 May 2018. Its MOT is valid until 30 May 2027 and it has passed 6 of 8 MOT tests, with 77,427 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Oct 2026.

S26 GLH blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 30 May 2027
Mileage
77,427 mi
At MOT on 7 May 2026
MOT tests
8
6 passed · 2 failed
Per year
10,336 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S26 GLH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Hybrid electric (clean)
Engine size
1,395 cc
Year of manufacture
2018
First used
31 May 2018
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 May 2027
Latest MOT test
7 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S26 GLH was last recorded at 77,427 miles on 7 May 2026, 5,586 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
71,841 miles · 21 May 2025
Between the last two tests
5,586 miles
Average per year
10,336 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 77,427 miles
  • 2025 – 71,841 miles
  • 2024 – 58,190 miles
  • 2023 – 44,666 miles
  • 2022 – 36,333 miles
  • 2021 – 26,262 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass77,427 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • 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))

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 Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

8 tests since 25 May 2021, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass77,427 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2027
    Odometer
    77,427 miles
    Test number
    841271738034
    • 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))

  2. Fail77,427 miles (+5,586)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,427 miles
    Test number
    216130871218
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass71,841 miles (+13,651)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2026
    Odometer
    71,841 miles
    Test number
    934755324709
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Pass58,190 miles (+13,524)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2025
    Odometer
    58,190 miles
    Test number
    400624820433
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass44,666 miles (+8,333)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2024
    Odometer
    44,666 miles
    Test number
    521662230768
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Pass36,333 miles (+10,071)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2023
    Odometer
    36,333 miles
    Test number
    214318419573
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords cut in outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre tread wearing inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre tread wearing inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass26,262 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2022
    Odometer
    26,262 miles
    Test number
    978493944016
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect damp (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Fail26,262 miles1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,262 miles
    Test number
    878029551746
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge cuts and can see cords in 2 places (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect damp (5.3.2 (b))

Questions about S26 GLH

Does S26 GLH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S26 GLH is valid until 30 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on S26 GLH?
The MOT on S26 GLH is valid until 30 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S26 GLH done?
S26 GLH was recorded at 77,427 miles at its MOT on 7 May 2026, an average of 10,336 miles a year.
Has S26 GLH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S26 GLH has failed 2 of its 8 MOT tests, most recently on 7 May 2026.
Has the mileage on S26 GLH 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 S26 GLH find?
S26 GLH passed its latest MOT on 7 May 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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