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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2010 · 1,598 cc

V23 KCYMOT history

V23 KCY is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 3 Mar 2010. Its MOT is valid until 16 Apr 2027 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 103,423 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Apr 2026.

V23 KCY black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 16 Apr 2027
Mileage
103,423 mi
At MOT on 7 Apr 2026
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,601 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V23 KCY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
3 Mar 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V23 KCY was last recorded at 103,423 miles on 7 Apr 2026, 5,541 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
97,882 miles · 5 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
5,541 miles
Average per year
6,601 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 103,423 miles
  • 2025 – 97,882 miles
  • 2024 – 90,772 miles
  • 2023 – 83,414 miles
  • 2022 – 76,354 miles
  • 2021 – 70,165 miles
  • 2020 – 67,892 miles
  • 2019 – 63,030 miles
  • 2018 – 58,448 miles
  • 2017 – 52,363 miles
  • 2016 – 45,300 miles
  • 2015 – 33,855 miles
  • 2014 – 25,124 miles
  • 2013 – 17,436 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass103,423 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • 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.

  • Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

19 tests since 18 Jan 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass103,423 miles (+5,541)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    103,423 miles
    Test number
    650521800753
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass97,882 miles (+7,110)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    97,882 miles
    Test number
    691470012529
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass90,772 miles (+7,358)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    90,772 miles
    Test number
    295996267225
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass83,414 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    83,414 miles
    Test number
    224694077258
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  5. Fail83,408 miles (+7,054)2 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,408 miles
    Test number
    250981126084
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 225/45/17 94 w (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  6. Pass76,354 miles (+6,189)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    76,354 miles
    Test number
    728443858083
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/45/17 94w (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake binding when turned by hand

  7. Pass70,165 miles (+2,273)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    70,165 miles
    Test number
    472580041269
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • 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))

  8. Pass67,892 miles (+4,862)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    67,892 miles
    Test number
    690968449179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass63,030 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    63,030 miles
    Test number
    970792301095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail63,019 miles (+4,571)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,019 miles
    Test number
    398206257077
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

  11. Pass58,448 miles (+6,085)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    58,448 miles
    Test number
    734890646151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass52,363 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    52,363 miles
    Test number
    575985423114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail52,363 miles (+7,063)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,363 miles
    Test number
    485067114806
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  14. Pass45,300 miles (+11,445)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    45,300 miles
    Test number
    702848637944
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass33,855 miles (+8,731)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    33,855 miles
    Test number
    708988695048
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass25,124 miles (+7,688)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    25,124 miles
    Test number
    169541294007
    • AdvisoryNearside rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)

  17. Pass17,436 miles (+1,254)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    17,436 miles
    Test number
    926511403160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass16,182 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    16,182 miles
    Test number
    738158013044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail16,182 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,182 miles
    Test number
    858818713030
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Questions about V23 KCY

Does V23 KCY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V23 KCY is valid until 16 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on V23 KCY?
The MOT on V23 KCY is valid until 16 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V23 KCY done?
V23 KCY was recorded at 103,423 miles at its MOT on 7 Apr 2026, an average of 6,601 miles a year.
Has V23 KCY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V23 KCY has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Apr 2023.
Has the mileage on V23 KCY 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 V23 KCY find?
V23 KCY passed its latest MOT on 7 Apr 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush; nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush, and 1 more.

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