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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 1,896 cc

T20 DPKMOT history

T20 DPK is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 9 Jan 2012. Its MOT is valid until 26 Aug 2027 and it has passed 13 of 17 MOT tests, with 122,847 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 26 Aug 2027
Mileage
122,847 mi
At MOT on 17 Aug 2026
MOT tests
17
13 passed · 4 failed
Per year
8,518 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T20 DPK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
9 Jan 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T20 DPK was last recorded at 122,847 miles on 17 Aug 2026, 6,698 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
116,149 miles · 21 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
6,698 miles
Average per year
8,518 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 122,847 miles
  • 2025 – 116,149 miles
  • 2024 – 108,468 miles
  • 2023 – 98,824 miles
  • 2022 – 91,292 miles
  • 2021 – 83,847 miles
  • 2020 – 69,372 miles
  • 2019 – 60,024 miles
  • 2018 – 51,092 miles
  • 2017 – 43,181 miles
  • 2015 – 33,305 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass122,847 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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

17 tests since 8 Jan 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass122,847 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    122,847 miles
    Test number
    353602263989

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail122,847 miles (+6,698)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,847 miles
    Test number
    526376409404
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass116,149 miles (+7,681)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    116,149 miles
    Test number
    281816548689
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  4. Pass108,468 miles (+9,644)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    108,468 miles
    Test number
    393234179698

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass98,824 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    98,824 miles
    Test number
    676473338359

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail98,824 miles (+7,532)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,824 miles
    Test number
    619553768190
    • MajorFront Windscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of an obligatory external mirror (3.2 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass91,292 miles (+7,445)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    91,292 miles
    Test number
    432583461073
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass83,847 miles (+6,029)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    83,847 miles
    Test number
    413955830491

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass77,818 miles (+8,446)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    77,818 miles
    Test number
    640559295566
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  10. Pass69,372 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    69,372 miles
    Test number
    480170877639
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  11. Fail69,372 miles (+9,348)1 dangerous1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,372 miles
    Test number
    982164946579
    • DangerousNearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  12. Pass60,024 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    60,024 miles
    Test number
    157684992843
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  13. Fail60,024 miles (+8,932)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,024 miles
    Test number
    541266817051
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  14. Pass51,092 miles (+7,911)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    51,092 miles
    Test number
    165026954558
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs poor condition

  15. Pass43,181 miles (+9,876)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    43,181 miles
    Test number
    898112769139
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn low on outer edges and outer side walls perished
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres showing signs of ageing and cracking between treads

  16. Pass33,305 miles (+9,321)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    33,305 miles
    Test number
    358542671904

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass23,984 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    23,984 miles
    Test number
    688378905057
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteEmissions test not carried out due to low emissions (DPF)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about T20 DPK

Does T20 DPK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T20 DPK is valid until 26 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T20 DPK?
The MOT on T20 DPK is valid until 26 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T20 DPK done?
T20 DPK was recorded at 122,847 miles at its MOT on 17 Aug 2026, an average of 8,518 miles a year.
Has T20 DPK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T20 DPK has failed 4 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on T20 DPK 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 DPK find?
T20 DPK passed its latest MOT on 17 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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