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Volkswagen Golf Life TSI

Black · Petrol · 2020 · 999 cc

W18 SGCMOT history

W18 SGC is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf Life TSI first used on 23 Sept 2020. Its MOT is valid until 6 Aug 2027 and it has passed 4 of 6 MOT tests, with 70,212 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Aug 2026.

W18 SGC black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 6 Aug 2027
Mileage
70,212 mi
At MOT on 7 Aug 2026
MOT tests
6
4 passed · 2 failed
Per year
12,950 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
W18 SGC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf Life TSI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
999 cc
Year of manufacture
2020
First used
23 Sept 2020
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

W18 SGC was last recorded at 70,212 miles on 7 Aug 2026, 104 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
70,108 miles · 31 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
104 miles
Average per year
12,950 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 70,212 miles
  • 2025 – 54,098 miles
  • 2024 – 44,417 miles
  • 2023 – 32,488 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass70,212 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge + cracking (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

6 tests since 8 Sept 2023, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass70,212 miles (+104)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    70,212 miles
    Test number
    268502911985
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge + cracking (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail70,108 miles (+16,010)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,108 miles
    Test number
    966676241874
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge + cracking (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass54,098 miles (+9,681)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    54,098 miles
    Test number
    971777467698

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass44,417 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    44,417 miles
    Test number
    740712939178
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  5. Fail44,414 miles (+11,926)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,414 miles
    Test number
    916422069630
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  6. Pass32,488 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    32,488 miles
    Test number
    315378809257
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))

Questions about W18 SGC

Does W18 SGC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on W18 SGC is valid until 6 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on W18 SGC?
The MOT on W18 SGC is valid until 6 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has W18 SGC done?
W18 SGC was recorded at 70,212 miles at its MOT on 7 Aug 2026, an average of 12,950 miles a year.
Has W18 SGC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. W18 SGC has failed 2 of its 6 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on W18 SGC 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 W18 SGC find?
W18 SGC passed its latest MOT on 7 Aug 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge + cracking.

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