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Volkswagen Golf

Red · Diesel · 2009 · 1,968 cc

T18 DPCMOT history

T18 DPC is a red diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 31 Mar 2009. Its MOT is valid until 7 Apr 2027 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 105,532 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 7 Apr 2027
Mileage
105,532 mi
At MOT on 8 Apr 2026
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,841 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T18 DPC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
31 Mar 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T18 DPC was last recorded at 105,532 miles on 8 Apr 2026, 6,149 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
99,383 miles · 28 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
6,149 miles
Average per year
5,841 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 105,532 miles
  • 2025 – 99,383 miles
  • 2024 – 93,168 miles
  • 2023 – 87,865 miles
  • 2022 – 81,883 miles
  • 2021 – 77,295 miles
  • 2020 – 73,809 miles
  • 2019 – 69,330 miles
  • 2018 – 63,230 miles
  • 2017 – 58,052 miles
  • 2016 – 52,337 miles
  • 2015 – 45,677 miles
  • 2014 – 39,250 miles
  • 2013 – 33,050 miles
  • 2012 – 23,461 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass105,532 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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.

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

21 tests since 20 Mar 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass105,532 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    105,532 miles
    Test number
    962719269685

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail105,532 miles (+6,149)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,532 miles
    Test number
    986180401094
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass99,383 miles (+6,215)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    99,383 miles
    Test number
    316061707478
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Pass93,168 miles (+5,303)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    93,168 miles
    Test number
    219913998366
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass87,865 miles (+5,982)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    87,865 miles
    Test number
    165493513414

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass81,883 miles (+4,588)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    81,883 miles
    Test number
    506722638975

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass77,295 miles (+3,486)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    77,295 miles
    Test number
    335002887435

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass73,809 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    73,809 miles
    Test number
    703345307581

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail73,809 miles (+4,479)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,809 miles
    Test number
    453399334690
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  10. Pass69,330 miles (+6,100)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    69,330 miles
    Test number
    896984316305

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass63,230 miles (+5,178)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    63,230 miles
    Test number
    911052790156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass58,052 miles (+5,715)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    58,052 miles
    Test number
    491018267398

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass52,337 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    52,337 miles
    Test number
    810145252299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail52,337 miles (+6,660)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,337 miles
    Test number
    777987748444
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both front (8.2.2)

  15. Pass45,677 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    45,677 miles
    Test number
    799843485029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail45,669 miles (+6,419)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,669 miles
    Test number
    138882585071
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

  17. Pass39,250 miles (+6,200)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    39,250 miles
    Test number
    289946364069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass33,050 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    33,050 miles
    Test number
    769403773039
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  19. Fail33,046 miles (+9,585)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,046 miles
    Test number
    265872773083
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass23,461 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    23,461 miles
    Test number
    279921582005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail23,458 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,458 miles
    Test number
    537080382057
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T18 DPC

Does T18 DPC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T18 DPC is valid until 7 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T18 DPC?
The MOT on T18 DPC 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 T18 DPC done?
T18 DPC was recorded at 105,532 miles at its MOT on 8 Apr 2026, an average of 5,841 miles a year.
Has T18 DPC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T18 DPC has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on T18 DPC 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 T18 DPC find?
T18 DPC passed its latest MOT on 8 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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