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Volkswagen Golf

White · Diesel · 2013 · 1,598 cc

V18 AKPMOT history

V18 AKP is a white diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 23 Mar 2013. Its MOT is valid until 2 Mar 2027 and it has passed 7 of 11 MOT tests, with 117,909 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Mar 2026.

V18 AKP white Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 2 Mar 2027
Mileage
117,909 mi
At MOT on 3 Mar 2026
MOT tests
11
7 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,340 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V18 AKP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
23 Mar 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V18 AKP was last recorded at 117,909 miles on 3 Mar 2026, 6,346 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
111,563 miles · 18 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
6,346 miles
Average per year
5,340 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 117,909 miles
  • 2024 – 111,563 miles
  • 2023 – 105,727 miles
  • 2022 – 101,333 miles
  • 2021 – 96,542 miles
  • 2020 – 93,135 miles
  • 2019 – 80,597 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass117,909 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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 legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

11 tests since 8 Mar 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass117,909 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    117,909 miles
    Test number
    839324433520
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Fail117,909 miles (+6,346)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,909 miles
    Test number
    626745883421
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass111,563 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    111,563 miles
    Test number
    747987895907

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail111,563 miles (+5,836)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,563 miles
    Test number
    824052644636
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTPMS lamp on

  5. Pass105,727 miles (+4,394)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    105,727 miles
    Test number
    520060469587

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass101,333 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    101,333 miles
    Test number
    950774216672
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail101,331 miles (+4,789)3 major1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,331 miles
    Test number
    985020996600
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault air bag lamp on (7.1.6 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass96,542 miles (+3,407)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    96,542 miles
    Test number
    993560130255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass93,135 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    93,135 miles
    Test number
    963354638049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail93,132 miles (+12,535)1 dangerous4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,132 miles
    Test number
    438962910930
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  11. Pass80,597 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    80,597 miles
    Test number
    954138876265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V18 AKP

Does V18 AKP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V18 AKP is valid until 2 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on V18 AKP?
The MOT on V18 AKP is valid until 2 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V18 AKP done?
V18 AKP was recorded at 117,909 miles at its MOT on 3 Mar 2026, an average of 5,340 miles a year.
Has V18 AKP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V18 AKP has failed 4 of its 11 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on V18 AKP 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 V18 AKP find?
V18 AKP passed its latest MOT on 3 Mar 2026 with 1 advisory: offside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil.

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