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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,800 cc

S65 KNLMOT history

S65 KNL is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 22 Jan 1999. Its MOT is valid until 11 Feb 2027 and it has passed 21 of 33 MOT tests, with 169,861 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Feb 2026.

S65 KNL black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 11 Feb 2027
Mileage
169,861 mi
At MOT on 2 Feb 2026
MOT tests
33
21 passed · 12 failed
Per year
4,767 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S65 KNL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,800 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
22 Jan 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S65 KNL was last recorded at 169,861 miles on 2 Feb 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
169,860 miles · 30 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
4,767 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 169,861 miles
  • 2025 – 165,154 miles
  • 2024 – 160,775 miles
  • 2023 – 156,824 miles
  • 2022 – 152,197 miles
  • 2021 – 151,498 miles
  • 2020 – 150,344 miles
  • 2019 – 148,317 miles
  • 2018 – 144,148 miles
  • 2017 – 140,283 miles
  • 2016 – 135,922 miles
  • 2014 – 128,493 miles
  • 2013 – 123,614 miles
  • 2012 – 119,177 miles
  • 2011 – 113,836 miles
  • 2010 – 108,654 miles
  • 2009 – 102,320 miles
  • 2008 – 96,194 miles
  • 2007 – 89,353 miles
  • 2006 – 79,149 miles
  • 2005 – 73,389 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass169,861 miles
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement 'd' bush both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2013

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

33 tests since 8 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass169,861 miles (+1)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    169,861 miles
    Test number
    397045504144
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement 'd' bush both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail169,860 miles (+4,706)6 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,860 miles
    Test number
    127081050237
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement 'd' bush both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass165,154 miles (+6)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    165,154 miles
    Test number
    792732853051
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Fail165,148 miles (+4,373)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,148 miles
    Test number
    608506383731
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass160,775 miles (+3,951)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    160,775 miles
    Test number
    884065325812
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  6. Pass156,824 miles (+4,627)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    156,824 miles
    Test number
    959982647454
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryDrivers Door Catch Poor Condition
    • AdvisoryExhaust Corroded - Double Skinned
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass152,197 miles (+1)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    152,197 miles
    Test number
    878918242182
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Cracked (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnderside Components Corroded

  8. Fail152,196 miles (+698)6 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,196 miles
    Test number
    735324325880
    • MajorEmissions not tested Exhaust Blow (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn s (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust Sleeve in Poor Condition
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Cracked (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnderside Components Corroded

  9. Pass151,498 miles (+1)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    151,498 miles
    Test number
    342007635303
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail151,497 miles (+1,153)1 dangerous8 major3 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,497 miles
    Test number
    818741971901
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake cable damaged (1.1.15 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake cable damaged (1.1.15 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass150,344 miles (+2,027)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    150,344 miles
    Test number
    392894878019
    • MinorDriver's door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

  12. Pass148,317 miles (+4,169)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    148,317 miles
    Test number
    149673826954

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass144,148 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    144,148 miles
    Test number
    452289144054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail144,142 miles (+3,859)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,142 miles
    Test number
    159717254531
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

  15. Pass140,283 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    140,283 miles
    Test number
    144286693074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail140,283 miles (+4,361)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,283 miles
    Test number
    742149340862
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  17. Pass135,922 miles (+7,429)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    135,922 miles
    Test number
    858898476805

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass128,493 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    128,493 miles
    Test number
    985000414324

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail128,493 miles (+4,879)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,493 miles
    Test number
    667749904321
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass123,614 miles (+18)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    123,614 miles
    Test number
    898666303357
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Fail123,596 miles (+4,419)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,596 miles
    Test number
    476741803307
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass119,177 miles (+5,341)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    119,177 miles
    Test number
    608177602368

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass113,836 miles (+5,182)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    113,836 miles
    Test number
    457645401480

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass108,654 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    108,654 miles
    Test number
    920005600310
    • NoteNearside door mirror glass missing.
    • NoteOffside door mirror cover missing.

  25. Fail108,653 miles (+6,333)4 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,653 miles
    Test number
    910795300367
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside door mirror glass missing.
    • NoteOffside door mirror cover missing.

  26. Pass102,320 miles (+2)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    102,320 miles
    Test number
    152810989229
    • NoteNearside door mirror glass missing.

  27. Fail102,318 miles (+6,124)8 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,318 miles
    Test number
    290236179298
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • NoteNearside door mirror glass missing.

  28. Pass96,194 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    96,194 miles
    Test number
    720429858227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail96,194 miles (+6,841)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,194 miles
    Test number
    893199158229
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  30. Pass89,353 miles (+10,204)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    89,353 miles
    Test number
    394636057409
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

  31. Fail79,149 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,149 miles
    Test number
    510385836274
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  32. Pass79,149 miles (+5,760)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    79,149 miles
    Test number
    533165836299
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  33. Pass73,389 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    73,389 miles
    Test number
    342322115384

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S65 KNL

Does S65 KNL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S65 KNL is valid until 11 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on S65 KNL?
The MOT on S65 KNL is valid until 11 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S65 KNL done?
S65 KNL was recorded at 169,861 miles at its MOT on 2 Feb 2026, an average of 4,767 miles a year.
Has S65 KNL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S65 KNL has failed 12 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on S65 KNL 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 S65 KNL find?
S65 KNL passed its latest MOT on 2 Feb 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier; front anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement 'd' bush both front; nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated, and 1 more.

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