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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2016 · 1,968 cc

V6 RCOMOT history

V6 RCO is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 1 Mar 2016. Its MOT is valid until 13 Apr 2027 and it has passed 9 of 10 MOT tests, with 132,048 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Mar 2026.

V6 RCO black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 13 Apr 2027
Mileage
132,048 mi
At MOT on 23 Mar 2026
MOT tests
10
9 passed · 1 failed
Per year
13,960 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V6 RCO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
1 Mar 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V6 RCO was last recorded at 132,048 miles on 23 Mar 2026, 18,174 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
113,874 miles · 11 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
18,174 miles
Average per year
13,960 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 132,048 miles
  • 2025 – 113,874 miles
  • 2024 – 91,588 miles
  • 2023 – 68,995 miles
  • 2022 – 63,517 miles
  • 2021 – 56,105 miles
  • 2020 – 49,268 miles
  • 2019 – 41,656 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass132,048 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult beltRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryPlastic sills and undercovers fitted as standard not allowing full inspection

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.

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2025

Full MOT history

10 tests since 14 Mar 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass132,048 miles (+18,174)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    132,048 miles
    Test number
    818301380532
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlastic sills and undercovers fitted as standard not allowing full inspection
  2. Pass113,874 miles (+22,286)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    113,874 miles
    Test number
    536896967467
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil advise replacement (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlastic under covers as fitted as standard not allowing full inspction
  3. Pass91,588 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    91,588 miles
    Test number
    109764165629
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryPlastic sill and under covers as fitted as standard not allowing full inspection
  4. Fail91,587 miles (+22,592)2 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,587 miles
    Test number
    870626132980
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlastic sill and under covers as fitted as standard not allowing full inspection
  5. Pass68,995 miles (+5,478)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    68,995 miles
    Test number
    939462123481

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass63,517 miles (+7,412)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    63,517 miles
    Test number
    198904678088
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  7. Pass56,105 miles (+6,837)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    56,105 miles
    Test number
    794511989546
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to brake discs
  8. Pass49,268 miles (+7,612)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    49,268 miles
    Test number
    556225775408
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Rear brake discs corroded. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  9. Pass41,656 miles (+7,683)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    41,656 miles
    Test number
    251512566061
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre worn inside shoulder
  10. Pass33,973 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    33,973 miles
    Test number
    365936012564

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V6 RCO

Does V6 RCO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V6 RCO is valid until 13 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on V6 RCO?
The MOT on V6 RCO is valid until 13 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V6 RCO done?
V6 RCO was recorded at 132,048 miles at its MOT on 23 Mar 2026, an average of 13,960 miles a year.
Has V6 RCO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V6 RCO has failed 1 of its 10 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on V6 RCO 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 V6 RCO find?
V6 RCO passed its latest MOT on 23 Mar 2026 with 6 advisories: nearside rear child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt; nearside rear road wheel slightly distorted; nearside rear suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened, and 3 more.

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