
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.

- 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
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.
- 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
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryStop light bulbs slightly discoloured
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.
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
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))
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))
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))
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))
Pass118,044 miles (+8,194)
- MOT expiry
- 28 Nov 2022
- Odometer
- 118,044 miles
- Test number
- 280335019627
No defects or advisories recorded.
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))
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))
Pass95,514 miles (+9,881)
- MOT expiry
- 28 Nov 2019
- Odometer
- 95,514 miles
- Test number
- 985177866425
No defects or advisories recorded.
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)
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
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
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)
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)
Pass43,526 miles (+2,030)
- MOT expiry
- 28 Mar 2014
- Odometer
- 43,526 miles
- Test number
- 245023963004
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass41,496 miles (+2,443)
- MOT expiry
- 28 Mar 2013
- Odometer
- 41,496 miles
- Test number
- 355055162037
No defects or advisories recorded.
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)
Pass35,498 miles (+3,661)
- MOT expiry
- 28 Mar 2011
- Odometer
- 35,498 miles
- Test number
- 403071170027
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass31,837 miles (+3,265)
- MOT expiry
- 28 Mar 2010
- Odometer
- 31,837 miles
- Test number
- 560175879057
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass28,572 miles (+3,199)
- MOT expiry
- 28 Mar 2009
- Odometer
- 28,572 miles
- Test number
- 864306488021
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass25,373 miles (+5,234)
- MOT expiry
- 28 Mar 2008
- Odometer
- 25,373 miles
- Test number
- 522426887068
No defects or advisories recorded.
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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