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Grey · Diesel · 2017 · 1,968 cc

V21 DEMMOT history

V21 DEM is a grey diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 30 Jun 2017. Its MOT is valid until 16 Jan 2027 and it has passed 7 of 9 MOT tests, with 93,439 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Jan 2026.

V21 DEM grey Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 16 Jan 2027
Mileage
93,439 mi
At MOT on 12 Jan 2026
MOT tests
9
7 passed · 2 failed
Per year
12,678 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V21 DEM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2017
First used
30 Jun 2017
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V21 DEM was last recorded at 93,439 miles on 12 Jan 2026, 14,989 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
78,450 miles · 8 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
14,989 miles
Average per year
12,678 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 93,439 miles
  • 2025 – 78,450 miles
  • 2024 – 64,852 miles
  • 2022 – 45,146 miles
  • 2021 – 30,561 miles
  • 2020 – 27,211 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass93,439 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner 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))

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

9 tests since 23 Jun 2020, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass93,439 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    93,439 miles
    Test number
    296041541400
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner 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))
  2. Fail93,439 miles (+14,989)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,439 miles
    Test number
    919940014784
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner 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))
  3. Pass78,450 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    78,450 miles
    Test number
    118467387243
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  4. Fail78,450 miles (+13,598)2 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,450 miles
    Test number
    986877873043
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  5. Pass64,852 miles (+19,706)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    64,852 miles
    Test number
    439886825809
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass45,146 miles (+14,585)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    45,146 miles
    Test number
    841280955871

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass30,561 miles (+3,350)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    30,561 miles
    Test number
    404371067114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass27,211 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    27,211 miles
    Test number
    705813939098
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
  9. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    885363509681
    • AdvisoryCOVID-19 6 MONTH EXTENSION

Questions about V21 DEM

Does V21 DEM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V21 DEM is valid until 16 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on V21 DEM?
The MOT on V21 DEM is valid until 16 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V21 DEM done?
V21 DEM was recorded at 93,439 miles at its MOT on 12 Jan 2026, an average of 12,678 miles a year.
Has V21 DEM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V21 DEM has failed 2 of its 9 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on V21 DEM 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 DEM find?
V21 DEM passed its latest MOT on 12 Jan 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; offside front inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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