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Volkswagen Golf

Grey · Diesel · 2016 · 1,968 cc

T31 RMAMOT history

T31 RMA is a grey diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 30 Mar 2016. Its MOT is valid until 4 Aug 2027 and it has passed 8 of 10 MOT tests, with 166,140 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 4 Aug 2027
Mileage
166,140 mi
At MOT on 30 Jul 2026
MOT tests
10
8 passed · 2 failed
Per year
13,364 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T31 RMA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
30 Mar 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T31 RMA was last recorded at 166,140 miles on 30 Jul 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
166,140 miles · 29 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
13,364 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 166,140 miles
  • 2025 – 154,100 miles
  • 2024 – 144,078 miles
  • 2023 – 132,603 miles
  • 2022 – 118,242 miles
  • 2021 – 98,971 miles
  • 2020 – 89,040 miles
  • 2019 – 68,048 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass166,140 miles
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))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.

  • Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front arms rear most bushes deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

10 tests since 28 Mar 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass166,140 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    166,140 miles
    Test number
    972712602532
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail166,140 miles (+12,040)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,140 miles
    Test number
    617967580579
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both. (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake back plate loose and hitting disc.

  3. Pass154,100 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    154,100 miles
    Test number
    410744220709
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front arms rear most bushes deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail154,098 miles (+10,020)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,098 miles
    Test number
    545718302915
    • MajorRear Tyre date code illegible or not visible on a tyre fitted to a front steered axle of a bus or coach both rear tyres in badly cracked/perished inner sidewalls (5.2.3 (n) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front arms rear most bushes deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass144,078 miles (+11,475)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    144,078 miles
    Test number
    989781986285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass132,603 miles (+14,361)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    132,603 miles
    Test number
    768858758275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass118,242 miles (+19,271)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    118,242 miles
    Test number
    158842398550
    • 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))

  8. Pass98,971 miles (+9,931)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    98,971 miles
    Test number
    887383630916

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass89,040 miles (+20,992)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    89,040 miles
    Test number
    844383530998

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass68,048 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    68,048 miles
    Test number
    550770217244
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Questions about T31 RMA

Does T31 RMA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T31 RMA is valid until 4 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T31 RMA?
The MOT on T31 RMA is valid until 4 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T31 RMA done?
T31 RMA was recorded at 166,140 miles at its MOT on 30 Jul 2026, an average of 13,364 miles a year.
Has T31 RMA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T31 RMA has failed 2 of its 10 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on T31 RMA 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 T31 RMA find?
T31 RMA passed its latest MOT on 30 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources.

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