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Volkswagen Golf

Grey · Petrol · 2017 · 1,395 cc

V5 BCNMOT history

V5 BCN is a grey petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 10 Nov 2017. Its MOT is valid until 9 Nov 2026 and it has passed 6 of 9 MOT tests, with 88,343 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Nov 2025.

V5 BCN grey Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 9 Nov 2026
Mileage
88,343 mi
At MOT on 5 Nov 2025
MOT tests
9
6 passed · 3 failed
Per year
10,873 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V5 BCN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,395 cc
Year of manufacture
2017
First used
10 Nov 2017
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
5 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

V5 BCN was last recorded at 88,343 miles on 5 Nov 2025, 11,342 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
77,001 miles · 31 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
11,342 miles
Average per year
10,873 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 88,343 miles
  • 2024 – 77,001 miles
  • 2023 – 65,035 miles
  • 2022 – 52,398 miles
  • 2021 – 42,102 miles
  • 2020 – 34,001 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass88,343 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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 Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

9 tests since 5 Nov 2020, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass88,343 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    88,343 miles
    Test number
    642785918992
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  2. Fail88,343 miles (+11,342)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,343 miles
    Test number
    314275431958
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre(s) with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords x2. worn smooth outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  3. Pass77,001 miles (+11,966)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    77,001 miles
    Test number
    497919469297
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  4. Pass65,035 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    65,035 miles
    Test number
    453600194453
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  5. Fail65,035 miles (+12,637)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,035 miles
    Test number
    645739212546
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  6. Pass52,398 miles (+10,296)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    52,398 miles
    Test number
    678195754361
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass42,102 miles (+8,101)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    42,102 miles
    Test number
    547280616081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass34,001 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    34,001 miles
    Test number
    902884284733

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail33,986 miles2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,986 miles
    Test number
    640958819426
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Questions about V5 BCN

Does V5 BCN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V5 BCN is valid until 9 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on V5 BCN?
The MOT on V5 BCN is valid until 9 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V5 BCN done?
V5 BCN was recorded at 88,343 miles at its MOT on 5 Nov 2025, an average of 10,873 miles a year.
Has V5 BCN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V5 BCN has failed 3 of its 9 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on V5 BCN 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 V5 BCN find?
V5 BCN passed its latest MOT on 5 Nov 2025 with 2 advisories: nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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