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Volkswagen Golf

Grey · Petrol · 2001 · 1,595 cc

TS 18MOT history

TS 18 is a grey petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 7 Aug 2001. Its MOT is valid until 8 Oct 2027 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 88,427 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 8 Oct 2027
Mileage
88,427 mi
At MOT on 9 Oct 2026
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,095 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
TS 18
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
7 Aug 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

TS 18 was last recorded at 88,427 miles on 9 Oct 2026, 14,042 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
74,385 miles · 29 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
14,042 miles
Average per year
3,095 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 88,427 miles
  • 2025 – 74,385 miles
  • 2024 – 63,573 miles
  • 2023 – 57,619 miles
  • 2022 – 52,507 miles
  • 2021 – 52,300 miles
  • 2020 – 51,966 miles
  • 2019 – 51,887 miles
  • 2018 – 51,592 miles
  • 2017 – 51,273 miles
  • 2016 – 50,987 miles
  • 2015 – 50,279 miles
  • 2014 – 48,586 miles
  • 2013 – 46,093 miles
  • 2012 – 44,257 miles
  • 2011 – 41,949 miles
  • 2010 – 38,206 miles
  • 2009 – 36,123 miles
  • 2008 – 32,442 miles
  • 2007 – 28,457 miles
  • 2006 – 24,299 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass88,427 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear most bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryFront Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has slight wear on outer edge
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel arch liner missing
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component Steering rack (2.1.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Lower Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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 Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Rear Coil spring corroded both

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Boot doesn't open from outside

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

28 tests since 19 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass88,427 miles (+14,042)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    88,427 miles
    Test number
    909347741095
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear most bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has slight wear on outer edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel arch liner missing
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component Steering rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass74,385 miles (+311)4 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    74,385 miles
    Test number
    722734621426
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoot doesn't open from outside
    • AdvisoryBoth front arch liners damaged/missing
    • AdvisoryBoth front arches heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail74,074 miles (+10,501)1 dangerous5 major4 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,074 miles
    Test number
    835054592463
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorDriver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoot doesn't open from outside
    • AdvisoryBoth front arch liners damaged/missing
    • AdvisoryBoth front arches heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass63,573 miles (+18)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    63,573 miles
    Test number
    599474612306
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower side sill damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail63,555 miles (+5,936)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,555 miles
    Test number
    201646163492
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too high both (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower side sill damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass57,619 miles (+5,112)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    57,619 miles
    Test number
    137186008497
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both rears (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass52,507 miles (+207)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    52,507 miles
    Test number
    680413464156
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Bumper and wing damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Wing mirror housing damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass52,300 miles (+334)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    52,300 miles
    Test number
    547097196808
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Bumper and wing damage
    • AdvisoryOffside Front inner arch liner missing
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coils corroded

  9. Pass51,966 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    51,966 miles
    Test number
    279721454852

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail51,966 miles (+79)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,966 miles
    Test number
    623847550165
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Body component damaged and likely to cause injury wing (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

  11. Pass51,887 miles (+5)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    51,887 miles
    Test number
    473442664976
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords and has slight perishing to tyre. (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Fail51,882 miles (+290)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,882 miles
    Test number
    725488721987
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords and has slight perishing to tyre. (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  13. Pass51,592 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    51,592 miles
    Test number
    345315159950
    • AdvisoryNearside mirror glass broken

  14. Fail51,592 miles (+319)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,592 miles
    Test number
    900535013992
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside mirror glass broken

  15. Pass51,273 miles (+286)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    51,273 miles
    Test number
    646709983976

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass50,987 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    50,987 miles
    Test number
    713977575946
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view door mirror casing (8.1.2a)

  17. Fail50,983 miles (+704)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,983 miles
    Test number
    408589850630
    • FailureNearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage bumper damaged (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view door mirror casing (8.1.2a)

  18. Pass50,279 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    50,279 miles
    Test number
    549423965164
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  19. Fail50,274 miles (+1,688)4 failures7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,274 miles
    Test number
    859461365153
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear registration plate faded (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight deterioration of the bonding between metal and flexible material of an upper support bearing (2.5.B.3a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight deterioration of the bonding between metal and flexible material of an upper support bearing (2.5.B.3a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteRear wiper worn

  20. Pass48,586 miles (+2,493)7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    48,586 miles
    Test number
    718719264104
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.4)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteRear fuel tank wet

  21. Pass46,093 miles (+1,836)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    46,093 miles
    Test number
    727986573185
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteNearside front body[wing]has a slight damage

  22. Pass44,257 miles (+2,308)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    44,257 miles
    Test number
    778882772170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass41,949 miles (+3,743)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2012
    Odometer
    41,949 miles
    Test number
    167482051167
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • NoteFront brake discs pitted
    • NoteNearside front body has a slight damage

  24. Pass38,206 miles (+2,083)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    38,206 miles
    Test number
    793559010124
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • NoteFront body has a slight damage

  25. Pass36,123 miles (+3,681)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    36,123 miles
    Test number
    180307399475

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass32,442 miles (+3,985)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    32,442 miles
    Test number
    124588118442

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass28,457 miles (+4,158)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    28,457 miles
    Test number
    960239907029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass24,299 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    24,299 miles
    Test number
    272799316015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about TS 18

What vehicle is registration TS 18 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show TS 18 on a grey petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 7 Aug 2001. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does TS 18 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on TS 18 is valid until 8 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on TS 18?
The MOT on TS 18 is valid until 8 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has TS 18 done?
TS 18 was recorded at 88,427 miles at its MOT on 9 Oct 2026, an average of 3,095 miles a year.
Has TS 18 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. TS 18 has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on TS 18 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 TS 18 find?
TS 18 passed its latest MOT on 9 Oct 2026 with 10 advisories: front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear most bushes; front play in steering rack inner joint(s); front upper macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both, and 7 more.

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