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Volkswagen Golf

Grey · Petrol · 2011 · 1,390 cc

T20 BEMMOT history

T20 BEM is a grey petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 27 May 2011. Its MOT is valid until 9 Apr 2027 and it has passed 13 of 20 MOT tests, with 119,532 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 9 Apr 2027
Mileage
119,532 mi
At MOT on 10 Apr 2026
MOT tests
20
13 passed · 7 failed
Per year
9,450 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T20 BEM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
27 May 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T20 BEM was last recorded at 119,532 miles on 10 Apr 2026, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
119,528 miles · 9 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
9,450 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 119,532 miles
  • 2025 – 108,512 miles
  • 2024 – 100,076 miles
  • 2023 – 89,253 miles
  • 2022 – 77,973 miles
  • 2021 – 64,075 miles
  • 2020 – 50,617 miles
  • 2019 – 32,738 miles
  • 2018 – 28,274 miles
  • 2017 – 23,379 miles
  • 2016 – 18,544 miles
  • 2015 – 13,506 miles
  • 2014 – 5,724 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass119,532 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025

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 Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2026

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Offside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

20 tests since 25 Mar 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass119,532 miles (+4)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    119,532 miles
    Test number
    217694259025
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Fail119,528 miles (+18)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,528 miles
    Test number
    261983364550
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Nail in tyre Screw. Unrepairable

  3. Fail119,510 miles (+10,998)1 dangerous2 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,510 miles
    Test number
    633731510720
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre On the Inner shoulder of the Tyre

  4. Pass108,512 miles (+50)4 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    108,512 miles
    Test number
    185223463785
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorSide repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light Nearside and offside (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Fail108,462 miles (+8,386)5 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,462 miles
    Test number
    706027739410
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass100,076 miles (+10,823)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    100,076 miles
    Test number
    112198097633
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • 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))

  7. Pass89,253 miles (+11,280)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    89,253 miles
    Test number
    217442073680

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass77,973 miles (+13,898)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    77,973 miles
    Test number
    652913844156
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  9. Pass64,075 miles (+13,458)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    64,075 miles
    Test number
    253624645845
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass50,617 miles (+17,879)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    50,617 miles
    Test number
    759984738758
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  11. Pass32,738 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    32,738 miles
    Test number
    574004271567

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail32,738 miles (+4,464)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,738 miles
    Test number
    285683729563
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

  13. Pass28,274 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    28,274 miles
    Test number
    807553936626
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear tyres perishing in tread

  14. Fail28,274 miles (+4,895)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,274 miles
    Test number
    515035736115
    • Repaired at testFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear tyres perishing in tread

  15. Pass23,379 miles (+4,835)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    23,379 miles
    Test number
    633932171807

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass18,544 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    18,544 miles
    Test number
    702809055149
    • AdvisoryUnder trays

  17. Fail18,544 miles (+5,038)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,544 miles
    Test number
    846887219247
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays

  18. Pass13,506 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    13,506 miles
    Test number
    277726775082
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Fail13,506 miles (+7,782)2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    13,506 miles
    Test number
    675876275085
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass5,724 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    5,724 miles
    Test number
    889164184058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T20 BEM

Does T20 BEM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T20 BEM is valid until 9 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T20 BEM?
The MOT on T20 BEM is valid until 9 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T20 BEM done?
T20 BEM was recorded at 119,532 miles at its MOT on 10 Apr 2026, an average of 9,450 miles a year.
Has T20 BEM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T20 BEM has failed 7 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on T20 BEM 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 T20 BEM find?
T20 BEM passed its latest MOT on 10 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: nearside rear registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil.

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