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Volkswagen Golf

Grey · Petrol · 2005 · 1,598 cc

V21 BMLMOT history

V21 BML is a grey petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 10 Jul 2005. Its MOT is valid until 31 Oct 2026 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 104,445 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Nov 2025.

V21 BML grey Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 31 Oct 2026
Mileage
104,445 mi
At MOT on 1 Nov 2025
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,754 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V21 BML
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
10 Jul 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
1 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

V21 BML was last recorded at 104,445 miles on 1 Nov 2025, 4,523 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
99,922 miles · 30 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
4,523 miles
Average per year
4,754 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 104,445 miles
  • 2024 – 99,922 miles
  • 2023 – 97,527 miles
  • 2021 – 96,218 miles
  • 2020 – 94,842 miles
  • 2019 – 92,285 miles
  • 2018 – 89,548 miles
  • 2017 – 85,927 miles
  • 2016 – 82,929 miles
  • 2015 – 76,624 miles
  • 2014 – 69,079 miles
  • 2013 – 62,047 miles
  • 2012 – 55,452 miles
  • 2011 – 47,828 miles
  • 2010 – 39,742 miles
  • 2009 – 30,270 miles
  • 2008 – 22,111 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass104,445 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (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.

  • Both front headlights slightly deteriorated

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2016–2021

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside rear bumpstop deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2019

Full MOT history

21 tests since 7 Jul 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass104,445 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    104,445 miles
    Test number
    223894880839
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail104,445 miles (+4,523)1 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,445 miles
    Test number
    954270814240
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass99,922 miles (+2,395)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    99,922 miles
    Test number
    342729830930
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass97,527 miles (+1,309)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    97,527 miles
    Test number
    673896002713

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass96,218 miles (+1,376)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    96,218 miles
    Test number
    220270065853
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryBoth front headlights slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryWipers poor

  6. Pass94,842 miles (+2,557)4 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    94,842 miles
    Test number
    175191568595
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  7. Pass92,285 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    92,285 miles
    Test number
    692048254053
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryBoth front headlights slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside rear bumpstop deteriorated

  8. Fail92,285 miles (+2,737)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,285 miles
    Test number
    577379903541
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryBoth front headlights slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside rear bumpstop deteriorated

  9. Pass89,548 miles (+195)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    89,548 miles
    Test number
    733993885948
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  10. Fail89,353 miles (+3,426)1 dangerous2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,353 miles
    Test number
    991694001740
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass85,927 miles (+2,998)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    85,927 miles
    Test number
    796797751567
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inside edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBoth front headlights slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside rear bumpstop deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre worn inside edge

  12. Pass82,929 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    82,929 miles
    Test number
    840878485046
    • AdvisoryBoth front headlights slightly deteriorated

  13. Fail82,929 miles (+6,305)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,929 miles
    Test number
    898764121097
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBoth front headlights slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNail in nearside front tyre

  14. Pass76,624 miles (+7,545)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    76,624 miles
    Test number
    165328015223
    • 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)
    • NoteO/s headlight aim poor

  15. Pass69,079 miles (+7,032)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    69,079 miles
    Test number
    627520824251
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass62,047 miles (+6,595)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    62,047 miles
    Test number
    355661523239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass55,452 miles (+7,624)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    55,452 miles
    Test number
    545600732279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass47,828 miles (+8,086)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    47,828 miles
    Test number
    889517621278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass39,742 miles (+9,472)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    39,742 miles
    Test number
    970482530235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass30,270 miles (+8,159)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    30,270 miles
    Test number
    344058099132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass22,111 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    22,111 miles
    Test number
    454419988141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V21 BML

Does V21 BML currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V21 BML is valid until 31 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on V21 BML?
The MOT on V21 BML is valid until 31 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V21 BML done?
V21 BML was recorded at 104,445 miles at its MOT on 1 Nov 2025, an average of 4,754 miles a year.
Has V21 BML ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V21 BML has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on V21 BML 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 V21 BML find?
V21 BML passed its latest MOT on 1 Nov 2025 with 8 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; front brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides; front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides, and 5 more.

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