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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Diesel · 2003 · 1,896 cc

V29 SLDMOT history

V29 SLD is a blue diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 28 Mar 2003. Its MOT is valid until 11 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 22 MOT tests, with 166,481 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Apr 2026.

V29 SLD blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 11 Apr 2027
Mileage
166,481 mi
At MOT on 11 Apr 2026
MOT tests
22
20 passed · 2 failed
Per year
7,302 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V29 SLD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
28 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V29 SLD was last recorded at 166,481 miles on 11 Apr 2026, 19,065 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
147,416 miles · 12 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
19,065 miles
Average per year
7,302 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 166,481 miles
  • 2025 – 147,416 miles
  • 2024 – 128,469 miles
  • 2023 – 126,112 miles
  • 2021 – 118,044 miles
  • 2020 – 109,850 miles
  • 2019 – 104,292 miles
  • 2018 – 95,514 miles
  • 2017 – 85,633 miles
  • 2015 – 60,749 miles
  • 2014 – 53,993 miles
  • 2013 – 43,526 miles
  • 2012 – 41,496 miles
  • 2011 – 39,053 miles
  • 2010 – 35,498 miles
  • 2009 – 31,837 miles
  • 2008 – 28,572 miles
  • 2007 – 25,373 miles
  • 2006 – 20,139 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass166,481 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryStop light bulbs slightly discoloured

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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chips o/s and n/s

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2015

Full MOT history

22 tests since 27 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass166,481 miles (+19,065)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    166,481 miles
    Test number
    743586354676
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryStop light bulbs slightly discoloured
  2. Pass147,416 miles (+72)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    147,416 miles
    Test number
    487554522152
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chips o/s and n/s (3.2 (a) (i))
  3. Fail147,344 miles (+18,875)1 dangerous1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,344 miles
    Test number
    463844654624
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chips o/s and n/s (3.2 (a) (i))
  4. Pass128,469 miles (+2,357)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    128,469 miles
    Test number
    649253508044
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  5. Pass126,112 miles (+8,068)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    126,112 miles
    Test number
    272183351895
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  6. Pass118,044 miles (+8,194)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    118,044 miles
    Test number
    280335019627

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass109,850 miles (+5,558)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    109,850 miles
    Test number
    908922302850
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front and perished (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Pass104,292 miles (+8,778)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    104,292 miles
    Test number
    344011452262
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  9. Pass95,514 miles (+9,881)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    95,514 miles
    Test number
    985177866425

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass85,633 miles (+9,350)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    85,633 miles
    Test number
    310474682177
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin All (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake pipe slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All four (3.5.1i)
  11. Pass76,283 miles (+15,534)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    76,283 miles
    Test number
    816417006304
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake discs corroded on inner face
    • AdvisoryRear number plate deteriorated
  12. Pass60,749 miles (+6,756)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    60,749 miles
    Test number
    255705005498
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer 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 (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteHeadlamp masks/converters fitted
  13. Pass53,993 miles (+30)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    53,993 miles
    Test number
    965390894069
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  14. Fail53,963 miles (+10,437)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,963 miles
    Test number
    105987584449
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  15. Pass43,526 miles (+2,030)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    43,526 miles
    Test number
    245023963004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass41,496 miles (+2,443)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    41,496 miles
    Test number
    355055162037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass39,053 miles (+3,555)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    39,053 miles
    Test number
    866036171004
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  18. Pass35,498 miles (+3,661)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    35,498 miles
    Test number
    403071170027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass31,837 miles (+3,265)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    31,837 miles
    Test number
    560175879057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass28,572 miles (+3,199)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    28,572 miles
    Test number
    864306488021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass25,373 miles (+5,234)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    25,373 miles
    Test number
    522426887068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass20,139 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    20,139 miles
    Test number
    302826386028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V29 SLD

Does V29 SLD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V29 SLD is valid until 11 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on V29 SLD?
The MOT on V29 SLD is valid until 11 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V29 SLD done?
V29 SLD was recorded at 166,481 miles at its MOT on 11 Apr 2026, an average of 7,302 miles a year.
Has V29 SLD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V29 SLD has failed 2 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on V29 SLD 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 V29 SLD find?
V29 SLD passed its latest MOT on 11 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; stop light bulbs slightly discoloured.

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