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Volkswagen Golf

White · Diesel · 2010 · 1,968 cc

V6 XBWMOT history

V6 XBW is a white diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 28 Jun 2010. Its MOT is valid until 5 Nov 2026 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 185,986 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Nov 2025.

V6 XBW white Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 5 Nov 2026
Mileage
185,986 mi
At MOT on 4 Nov 2025
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
12,717 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V6 XBW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
28 Jun 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
4 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

V6 XBW was last recorded at 185,986 miles on 4 Nov 2025, 11,026 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
174,960 miles · 2 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
11,026 miles
Average per year
12,717 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 185,986 miles
  • 2024 – 174,960 miles
  • 2023 – 165,091 miles
  • 2022 – 159,563 miles
  • 2021 – 153,362 miles
  • 2020 – 146,199 miles
  • 2019 – 135,699 miles
  • 2018 – 121,756 miles
  • 2017 – 105,165 miles
  • 2016 – 82,387 miles
  • 2015 – 57,029 miles
  • 2014 – 34,108 miles
  • 2013 – 28,924 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass185,986 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2022

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Covers fitted preventing full checks

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Bonnet safety catch sticking open

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

21 tests since 29 Jun 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass185,986 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    185,986 miles
    Test number
    246975435654

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail185,986 miles (+11,026)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,986 miles
    Test number
    264690108541
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

  3. Pass174,960 miles (+9,869)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    174,960 miles
    Test number
    591866932124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass165,091 miles (+5,528)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    165,091 miles
    Test number
    371414327530
    • 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))

  5. Pass159,563 miles (+31)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    159,563 miles
    Test number
    706262911738
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail159,532 miles (+6,170)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,532 miles
    Test number
    113225750640
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass153,362 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    153,362 miles
    Test number
    835962899261
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted preventing full checks
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBonnet safety catch sticking open

  8. Fail153,362 miles (+7,163)1 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,362 miles
    Test number
    716365571650
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted preventing full checks
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBonnet safety catch sticking open

  9. Pass146,199 miles (+10,500)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    146,199 miles
    Test number
    375557155267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass135,699 miles (+13,943)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    135,699 miles
    Test number
    464663151877

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass121,756 miles (+16,591)
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    121,756 miles
    Test number
    932480032331

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass105,165 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    105,165 miles
    Test number
    299355753730

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail105,165 miles (+22,778)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,165 miles
    Test number
    801917029313
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  14. Pass82,387 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    82,387 miles
    Test number
    840680844466

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail82,387 miles (+25,358)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,387 miles
    Test number
    763517533569
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively blade rubber broken (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner arch cover loose

  16. Pass57,029 miles (+22,921)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    57,029 miles
    Test number
    725722415236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass34,108 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    34,108 miles
    Test number
    629241814227
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Fail34,108 miles (+1,385)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,108 miles
    Test number
    629391814245
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  19. Fail32,723 miles1 repaired5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,723 miles
    Test number
    458851374122
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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 brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteSlight misting of oil from n/s/f shocker

  20. Pass32,723 miles (+3,799)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    32,723 miles
    Test number
    488451874186
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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 brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteSlight misting of oil from n/s/f shocker

  21. Pass28,924 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    28,924 miles
    Test number
    339180283195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V6 XBW

Does V6 XBW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V6 XBW is valid until 5 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on V6 XBW?
The MOT on V6 XBW is valid until 5 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V6 XBW done?
V6 XBW was recorded at 185,986 miles at its MOT on 4 Nov 2025, an average of 12,717 miles a year.
Has V6 XBW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V6 XBW has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on V6 XBW 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 XBW find?
V6 XBW passed its latest MOT on 4 Nov 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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