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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2014 · 1,598 cc

S31 RAJMOT history

S31 RAJ is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 17 Mar 2014. Its MOT is valid until 4 Sept 2027 and it has passed 10 of 11 MOT tests, with 167,015 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Sept 2026.

S31 RAJ black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 4 Sept 2027
Mileage
167,015 mi
At MOT on 5 Sept 2026
MOT tests
11
10 passed · 1 failed
Per year
9,012 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S31 RAJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2014
First used
17 Mar 2014
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S31 RAJ was last recorded at 167,015 miles on 5 Sept 2026, 9,951 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
157,064 miles · 29 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
9,951 miles
Average per year
9,012 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 167,015 miles
  • 2025 – 157,064 miles
  • 2024 – 145,718 miles
  • 2023 – 138,881 miles
  • 2022 – 134,623 miles
  • 2021 – 128,483 miles
  • 2020 – 122,057 miles
  • 2019 – 111,619 miles
  • 2018 – 100,207 miles
  • 2017 – 81,081 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass167,015 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022

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 Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2020

Full MOT history

11 tests since 21 Feb 2017, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass167,015 miles (+9,951)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    167,015 miles
    Test number
    857973974997
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Pass157,064 miles (+11,346)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    157,064 miles
    Test number
    977454778301
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass145,718 miles (+6,837)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    145,718 miles
    Test number
    215276626771
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass138,881 miles (+4,258)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    138,881 miles
    Test number
    926202719569
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Pass134,623 miles (+6,140)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    134,623 miles
    Test number
    166945906541
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass128,483 miles (+6,426)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    128,483 miles
    Test number
    255362219733
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both sides (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre x2
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (205/55/16 W) (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both sides (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Pass122,057 miles (+10,438)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    122,057 miles
    Test number
    939694975447
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Pass111,619 miles (+11,412)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    111,619 miles
    Test number
    320305940109
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect x2 (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Pass100,207 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    100,207 miles
    Test number
    439527004086
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres inner edges scrubbed

  10. Fail100,203 miles (+19,122)1 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,203 miles
    Test number
    746188203272
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres inner edges scrubbed

  11. Pass81,081 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    81,081 miles
    Test number
    193515112705
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted

Questions about S31 RAJ

Does S31 RAJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S31 RAJ is valid until 4 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on S31 RAJ?
The MOT on S31 RAJ is valid until 4 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S31 RAJ done?
S31 RAJ was recorded at 167,015 miles at its MOT on 5 Sept 2026, an average of 9,012 miles a year.
Has S31 RAJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S31 RAJ has failed 1 of its 11 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Jun 2018.
Has the mileage on S31 RAJ 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 S31 RAJ find?
S31 RAJ passed its latest MOT on 5 Sept 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil.

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