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Volkswagen Golf

Grey · Petrol · 2011 · 1,197 cc

V18 AYNMOT history

V18 AYN is a grey petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 1 Sept 2011. Its MOT is valid until 9 Jul 2027 and it has passed 13 of 18 MOT tests, with 128,556 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Jul 2026.

V18 AYN grey Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 9 Jul 2027
Mileage
128,556 mi
At MOT on 10 Jul 2026
MOT tests
18
13 passed · 5 failed
Per year
7,987 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V18 AYN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,197 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
1 Sept 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V18 AYN was last recorded at 128,556 miles on 10 Jul 2026, 7,272 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
121,284 miles · 21 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
7,272 miles
Average per year
7,987 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 128,556 miles
  • 2025 – 121,284 miles
  • 2024 – 101,325 miles
  • 2023 – 90,777 miles
  • 2022 – 82,888 miles
  • 2021 – 75,991 miles
  • 2020 – 75,560 miles
  • 2019 – 72,064 miles
  • 2018 – 66,031 miles
  • 2017 – 58,023 miles
  • 2016 – 50,149 miles
  • 2015 – 42,904 miles
  • 2014 – 33,868 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass128,556 miles
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (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.

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement LOWER REAR BUSH, BOTH SIDES

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

18 tests since 1 Sept 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass128,556 miles (+7,272)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    128,556 miles
    Test number
    717126671077
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  2. Pass121,284 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    121,284 miles
    Test number
    261262506277
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement LOWER REAR BUSH, BOTH SIDES (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  3. Fail121,284 miles (+19,959)1 dangerous6 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,284 miles
    Test number
    673611826376
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement LOWER REAR BUSH, BOTH SIDES (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  4. Pass101,325 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    101,325 miles
    Test number
    283526315441
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))
  5. Fail101,325 miles (+10,548)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,325 miles
    Test number
    754782524918
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))
  6. Pass90,777 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    90,777 miles
    Test number
    575662189094
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Fail90,777 miles (+7,889)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,777 miles
    Test number
    634581720761
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Pass82,888 miles (+6,897)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    82,888 miles
    Test number
    746208593228
    • AdvisoryWarning lamp for lamp not working is on but all lights are working.
  9. Pass75,991 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    75,991 miles
    Test number
    485559278993

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail75,991 miles (+431)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,991 miles
    Test number
    652696918073
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
  11. Pass75,560 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    75,560 miles
    Test number
    653291718941

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail75,555 miles (+3,491)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,555 miles
    Test number
    845831025062
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ALL tyres have age related cracks (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  13. Pass72,064 miles (+6,033)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    72,064 miles
    Test number
    119643780676
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  14. Pass66,031 miles (+8,008)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    66,031 miles
    Test number
    777953682372

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass58,023 miles (+7,874)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    58,023 miles
    Test number
    877382274415

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass50,149 miles (+7,245)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    50,149 miles
    Test number
    994468308399

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass42,904 miles (+9,036)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    42,904 miles
    Test number
    318474774935

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass33,868 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    33,868 miles
    Test number
    208014644214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V18 AYN

Does V18 AYN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V18 AYN is valid until 9 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on V18 AYN?
The MOT on V18 AYN is valid until 9 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V18 AYN done?
V18 AYN was recorded at 128,556 miles at its MOT on 10 Jul 2026, an average of 7,987 miles a year.
Has V18 AYN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V18 AYN has failed 5 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on V18 AYN 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 AYN find?
V18 AYN passed its latest MOT on 10 Jul 2026 with 3 advisories: integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced; rear brake disc worn, but not excessively; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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