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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Diesel · 2012 · 1,968 cc

V31 CLCMOT history

V31 CLC is a blue diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 3 Sept 2012. Its MOT is valid until 1 Apr 2027 and it has passed 12 of 18 MOT tests, with 94,118 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Apr 2026.

V31 CLC blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 1 Apr 2027
Mileage
94,118 mi
At MOT on 2 Apr 2026
MOT tests
18
12 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,855 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V31 CLC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
3 Sept 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V31 CLC was last recorded at 94,118 miles on 2 Apr 2026, 4,038 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
90,080 miles · 13 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
4,038 miles
Average per year
5,855 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 94,118 miles
  • 2025 – 90,080 miles
  • 2024 – 87,768 miles
  • 2023 – 83,109 miles
  • 2022 – 77,049 miles
  • 2021 – 65,410 miles
  • 2020 – 60,592 miles
  • 2019 – 52,402 miles
  • 2018 – 45,775 miles
  • 2017 – 42,538 miles
  • 2016 – 41,975 miles
  • 2015 – 31,906 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass94,118 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Coil spring modified but not seriously weakened and rear all x4 (5.3.1 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

    Minor5 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

18 tests since 17 Aug 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass94,118 miles (+4,038)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    94,118 miles
    Test number
    998703510785
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring modified but not seriously weakened and rear all x4 (5.3.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass90,080 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    90,080 miles
    Test number
    954709911153
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail90,078 miles (+2,310)1 dangerous1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,078 miles
    Test number
    218132972252
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass87,768 miles (+40)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    87,768 miles
    Test number
    851899469731
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Fail87,728 miles (+4,619)1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,728 miles
    Test number
    238600813630
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn out on inner edge / Tyre size 225/45R17 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn out on inner edge / Tyre size 225/45R17 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Uneven tyre wear / Tyre size 225/45R17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass83,109 miles (+6,060)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    83,109 miles
    Test number
    913148434056
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip. (3.2 (a) (i))

  7. Pass77,049 miles (+11,639)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    77,049 miles
    Test number
    526388285120
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  8. Pass65,410 miles (+4,818)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    65,410 miles
    Test number
    570621415432
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryDriver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass60,592 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    60,592 miles
    Test number
    512139152362

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail60,583 miles (+8,181)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,583 miles
    Test number
    854591724807
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer side wall 225/45/r17 91W (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass52,402 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    52,402 miles
    Test number
    877855462633

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail52,400 miles (+6,625)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,400 miles
    Test number
    973473863822
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 225/45/r17 91W (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 225/45/r17 91W (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/45/r17 91W (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass45,775 miles (+3,237)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    45,775 miles
    Test number
    849559900113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass42,538 miles (+563)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    42,538 miles
    Test number
    148331162449

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass41,975 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    41,975 miles
    Test number
    995164703466

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail41,973 miles (+10,067)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,973 miles
    Test number
    832263957632
    • FailureBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass31,906 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    31,906 miles
    Test number
    358000935205
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  18. Fail31,906 miles3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,906 miles
    Test number
    445549525201
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

Questions about V31 CLC

Does V31 CLC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V31 CLC is valid until 1 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on V31 CLC?
The MOT on V31 CLC is valid until 1 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V31 CLC done?
V31 CLC was recorded at 94,118 miles at its MOT on 2 Apr 2026, an average of 5,855 miles a year.
Has V31 CLC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V31 CLC has failed 6 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on V31 CLC 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 V31 CLC find?
V31 CLC passed its latest MOT on 2 Apr 2026 with 3 advisories: front coil spring modified but not seriously weakened and rear all x4; front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides; offside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing.

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