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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,390 cc

V18 RMAMOT history

V18 RMA is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 1 Mar 2003. Its MOT expired on 29 May 2024 and it has passed 18 of 32 MOT tests, with 179,038 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 May 2023.

V18 RMA black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 29 May 2024
Mileage
179,038 mi
At MOT on 30 May 2023
MOT tests
32
18 passed · 14 failed
Per year
7,910 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V18 RMA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
1 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 May 2024
Latest MOT test
30 May 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

V18 RMA was last recorded at 179,038 miles on 30 May 2023, 1,425 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Mar 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
177,613 miles · 16 Mar 2022
Between the last two tests
1,425 miles
Average per year
7,910 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 179,038 miles
  • 2022 – 177,613 miles
  • 2021 – 176,300 miles
  • 2020 – 174,942 miles
  • 2019 – 165,605 miles
  • 2018 – 161,961 miles
  • 2017 – 157,496 miles
  • 2015 – 156,808 miles
  • 2014 – 150,275 miles
  • 2013 – 141,535 miles
  • 2012 – 132,360 miles
  • 2011 – 122,278 miles
  • 2010 – 107,463 miles
  • 2009 – 99,875 miles
  • 2008 – 72,348 miles
  • 2007 – 56,778 miles
  • 2006 – 42,631 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass179,038 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2007–2011

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2018

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2012

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2012

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2012

Full MOT history

32 tests since 1 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass179,038 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2024
    Odometer
    179,038 miles
    Test number
    124207841797

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail179,038 miles (+1,425)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,038 miles
    Test number
    727141997744
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper blade missing (3.4 (b) (ii))

  3. Pass177,613 miles (+1,313)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    177,613 miles
    Test number
    421244214657

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass176,300 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    176,300 miles
    Test number
    713507337804
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion

  5. Fail176,300 miles (+1,358)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,300 miles
    Test number
    915694559036
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Driver's airbag obviously inoperative (7.1.5 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion

  6. Pass174,942 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    174,942 miles
    Test number
    703546610897
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear flexi hose corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal small cracks on seal

  7. Fail174,942 miles (+9,337)4 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,942 miles
    Test number
    114823732456
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing one bolt missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear flexi hose corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal small cracks on seal

  8. Pass165,605 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    165,605 miles
    Test number
    282609722989
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material at rear (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Fail165,605 miles (+3,644)1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,605 miles
    Test number
    155284926927
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material at rear (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass161,961 miles (+12)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    161,961 miles
    Test number
    218693971491
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres are wearing on edges and have damage to side walls

  11. Fail161,949 miles (+4,453)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,949 miles
    Test number
    210388743231
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front too rear at rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres are wearing on edges and have damage to side walls

  12. Pass157,496 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    157,496 miles
    Test number
    681026963968
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyre walls damaged (cords not exposed)
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust mount split
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs corroded

  13. Fail157,496 miles (+688)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,496 miles
    Test number
    323127327202
    • Repaired at testBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyre walls damaged (cords not exposed)
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust mount split
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs corroded

  14. Pass156,808 miles (+6)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    156,808 miles
    Test number
    434716045835
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth front and drivers rear tyre outer sidewalls have cuts but not exposing the cords
    • AdvisoryExhaust back box is only supported by one rubber instead of two
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency could be better) (18%

  15. Fail156,802 miles (+6,527)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,802 miles
    Test number
    669376415780
    • FailureNearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low after resetting internal adjuster (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth front and drivers rear tyre outer sidewalls have cuts but not exposing the cords
    • AdvisoryExhaust back box is only supported by one rubber instead of two
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency could be better) (18%

  16. Pass150,275 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    150,275 miles
    Test number
    349866224213
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  17. Fail150,275 miles (+8,740)2 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,275 miles
    Test number
    438676024253
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  18. Pass141,535 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    141,535 miles
    Test number
    635381723233
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  19. Fail141,535 miles (+9,175)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,535 miles
    Test number
    348091923483
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass132,360 miles (+224)8 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    132,360 miles
    Test number
    168009012285
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteCentre rear seat belt missing
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOffside headlamp lens damaged

  21. Fail132,136 miles (+9,858)2 failures8 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,136 miles
    Test number
    916125712279
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteCentre rear seat belt missing
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOffside headlamp lens damaged

  22. Pass122,278 miles (+14,815)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    122,278 miles
    Test number
    586402091100
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  23. Pass107,463 miles (+7,588)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    107,463 miles
    Test number
    302914990184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass99,875 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    99,875 miles
    Test number
    410594599286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail99,875 miles (+9,059)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,875 miles
    Test number
    713993799207
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  26. Pass90,816 miles (+18,468)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    90,816 miles
    Test number
    702139559034
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteFront number plate starting to delaminate over first 2 letters

  27. Pass72,348 miles4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    72,348 miles
    Test number
    352861968099
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside 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)
    • NoteFront registration plate starting to delaminate but still easily readable
    • NoteRear registration plate starting to fade but still easily readable

  28. Fail72,348 miles (+15,570)1 repaired4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,348 miles
    Test number
    553691968031
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside 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)
    • NoteFront registration plate starting to delaminate but still easily readable
    • NoteRear registration plate starting to fade but still easily readable

  29. Pass56,778 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    56,778 miles
    Test number
    460373357091
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  30. Fail56,778 miles (+14,147)1 dangerous7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,778 miles
    Test number
    352993757073
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  31. Pass42,631 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    42,631 miles
    Test number
    510930466086
    • 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)

  32. Fail42,631 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,631 miles
    Test number
    861550366026
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • 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)

Questions about V18 RMA

Does V18 RMA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V18 RMA expired on 29 May 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V18 RMA?
The MOT on V18 RMA expired on 29 May 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V18 RMA done?
V18 RMA was recorded at 179,038 miles at its MOT on 30 May 2023, an average of 7,910 miles a year.
Has V18 RMA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V18 RMA has failed 14 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 30 May 2023.
Has the mileage on V18 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 V18 RMA find?
V18 RMA passed its latest MOT on 30 May 2023 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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