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Volkswagen Golf

White · Diesel · 2009 · 1,968 cc

T5 XCYMOT history

T5 XCY is a white diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 17 Sept 2009. Its MOT is valid until 26 May 2027 and it has passed 14 of 17 MOT tests, with 166,416 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 26 May 2027
Mileage
166,416 mi
At MOT on 29 Apr 2026
MOT tests
17
14 passed · 3 failed
Per year
7,705 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T5 XCY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
17 Sept 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 May 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T5 XCY was last recorded at 166,416 miles on 29 Apr 2026, 6,058 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
160,358 miles · 8 May 2025
Between the last two tests
6,058 miles
Average per year
7,705 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 166,416 miles
  • 2025 – 160,358 miles
  • 2024 – 159,500 miles
  • 2023 – 157,161 miles
  • 2022 – 154,009 miles
  • 2021 – 150,609 miles
  • 2019 – 141,073 miles
  • 2018 – 122,747 miles
  • 2017 – 109,042 miles
  • 2016 – 96,382 miles
  • 2015 – 86,120 miles
  • 2014 – 76,813 miles
  • 2013 – 70,403 miles
  • 2012 – 61,399 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass166,416 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2017

Full MOT history

17 tests since 11 Sept 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass166,416 miles (+6,058)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2027
    Odometer
    166,416 miles
    Test number
    898188717375
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass160,358 miles (+858)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2026
    Odometer
    160,358 miles
    Test number
    498672773461
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass159,500 miles (+2,339)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2025
    Odometer
    159,500 miles
    Test number
    886098820146
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass157,161 miles (+3,152)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2024
    Odometer
    157,161 miles
    Test number
    619951063888

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass154,009 miles (+3,400)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2023
    Odometer
    154,009 miles
    Test number
    772363214892

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass150,609 miles (+9,536)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    150,609 miles
    Test number
    770373900374

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass141,073 miles (+18,326)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    141,073 miles
    Test number
    360412867366
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass122,747 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    122,747 miles
    Test number
    155450261243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail122,747 miles (+13,705)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,747 miles
    Test number
    742463013264
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  10. Pass109,042 miles (+12,660)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    109,042 miles
    Test number
    263898353546
    • AdvisoryF.A.S.T Not detected)(Free acceleration smoke test
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryUnder covers fitted

  11. Pass96,382 miles (+10,262)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    96,382 miles
    Test number
    863941616943
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear child seat fitted unable to test seat belt
    • AdvisoryUnder covers obstructing testable items

  12. Pass86,120 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    86,120 miles
    Test number
    812289712284
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child seat fitted
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

  13. Fail86,120 miles (+9,307)2 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,120 miles
    Test number
    192797110294
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child seat fitted
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass76,813 miles (+80)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    76,813 miles
    Test number
    999342454234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail76,733 miles (+6,330)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,733 miles
    Test number
    447330544273
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass70,403 miles (+9,004)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    70,403 miles
    Test number
    775966753216
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass61,399 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    61,399 miles
    Test number
    789295252245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T5 XCY

Does T5 XCY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T5 XCY is valid until 26 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T5 XCY?
The MOT on T5 XCY is valid until 26 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T5 XCY done?
T5 XCY was recorded at 166,416 miles at its MOT on 29 Apr 2026, an average of 7,705 miles a year.
Has T5 XCY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T5 XCY has failed 3 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Sept 2018.
Has the mileage on T5 XCY 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 T5 XCY find?
T5 XCY passed its latest MOT on 29 Apr 2026 with 1 advisory: rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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