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Volkswagen Golf

White · Diesel · 2016 · 1,968 cc

V21 DCMMOT history

V21 DCM is a white diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 27 May 2016. Its MOT is valid until 20 Feb 2027 and it has passed 8 of 10 MOT tests, with 81,309 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Feb 2026.

V21 DCM white Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 20 Feb 2027
Mileage
81,309 mi
At MOT on 12 Feb 2026
MOT tests
10
8 passed · 2 failed
Per year
6,335 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V21 DCM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
27 May 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V21 DCM was last recorded at 81,309 miles on 12 Feb 2026, 7,449 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
73,860 miles · 11 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
7,449 miles
Average per year
6,335 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 81,309 miles
  • 2025 – 73,860 miles
  • 2024 – 64,046 miles
  • 2023 – 54,766 miles
  • 2022 – 47,552 miles
  • 2021 – 44,471 miles
  • 2020 – 42,884 miles
  • 2019 – 38,052 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass81,309 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))

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.

  • Covers and under trays fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

10 tests since 16 Apr 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass81,309 miles (+7,449)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    81,309 miles
    Test number
    995892803498
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
  2. Pass73,860 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    73,860 miles
    Test number
    103761971612

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail73,860 miles (+9,814)2 dangerous4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,860 miles
    Test number
    874541150885
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 225/40/18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  4. Pass64,046 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    64,046 miles
    Test number
    805123425602
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Fail64,046 miles (+9,280)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,046 miles
    Test number
    865046702028
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass54,766 miles (+7,214)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    54,766 miles
    Test number
    680284928384

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass47,552 miles (+3,081)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    47,552 miles
    Test number
    801860057997

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass44,471 miles (+1,587)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    44,471 miles
    Test number
    412989654240
    • AdvisoryCovers and under trays fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tread cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tread cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  9. Pass42,884 miles (+4,832)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    42,884 miles
    Test number
    366854086033
    • AdvisoryCovers and under trays fitted
    • AdvisoryNo FAS detected
  10. Pass38,052 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    38,052 miles
    Test number
    453797642478

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V21 DCM

Does V21 DCM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V21 DCM is valid until 20 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on V21 DCM?
The MOT on V21 DCM is valid until 20 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V21 DCM done?
V21 DCM was recorded at 81,309 miles at its MOT on 12 Feb 2026, an average of 6,335 miles a year.
Has V21 DCM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V21 DCM has failed 2 of its 10 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on V21 DCM 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 DCM find?
V21 DCM passed its latest MOT on 12 Feb 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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