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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Diesel · 2016 · 1,598 cc

V7 EKSMOT history

V7 EKS is a blue diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 12 Apr 2016. Its MOT is valid until 12 Aug 2027 and it has passed 7 of 10 MOT tests, with 58,868 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Jul 2026.

V7 EKS blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 12 Aug 2027
Mileage
58,868 mi
At MOT on 28 Jul 2026
MOT tests
10
7 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,380 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V7 EKS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
12 Apr 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V7 EKS was last recorded at 58,868 miles on 28 Jul 2026, 4,535 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
54,333 miles · 21 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
4,535 miles
Average per year
3,380 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 58,868 miles
  • 2025 – 54,333 miles
  • 2024 – 49,783 miles
  • 2023 – 45,742 miles
  • 2022 – 42,681 miles
  • 2021 – 39,939 miles
  • 2020 – 38,628 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass58,868 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre inner and outer shoulder wear
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Engine covers and under body covers fitted not allowing to check some components

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

10 tests since 1 Aug 2020, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass58,868 miles (+4,535)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    58,868 miles
    Test number
    235968601910
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre inner and outer shoulder wear
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass54,333 miles (+4,550)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    54,333 miles
    Test number
    419476047862
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under body covers fitted not allowing to check some components

  3. Pass49,783 miles (+4,041)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    49,783 miles
    Test number
    158931823662
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under body covers fitted not allowing to check some components

  4. Pass45,742 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    45,742 miles
    Test number
    334086610786
    • AdvisoryRear wiper blade split

  5. Fail45,741 miles (+3,060)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,741 miles
    Test number
    869915929983
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryTPMS on
    • AdvisoryRear wiper blade split

  6. Pass42,681 miles (+2,742)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    42,681 miles
    Test number
    790438038442
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Pass39,939 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    39,939 miles
    Test number
    190726478420
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under body covers fitted not allowing to check some components

  8. Fail39,939 miles (+1,311)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,939 miles
    Test number
    308592796575
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under body covers fitted not allowing to check some components

  9. Pass38,628 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    38,628 miles
    Test number
    427072430746
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both sides (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under body covers fitted not allowing to check some components

  10. Fail38,628 miles2 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,628 miles
    Test number
    226790246176
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both sides (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under body covers fitted not allowing to check some components

Questions about V7 EKS

Does V7 EKS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V7 EKS is valid until 12 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on V7 EKS?
The MOT on V7 EKS is valid until 12 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V7 EKS done?
V7 EKS was recorded at 58,868 miles at its MOT on 28 Jul 2026, an average of 3,380 miles a year.
Has V7 EKS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V7 EKS has failed 3 of its 10 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on V7 EKS 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 V7 EKS find?
V7 EKS passed its latest MOT on 28 Jul 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front tyre inner and outer shoulder wear; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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