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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 2006 · 2,000 cc

W18 SKBMOT history

W18 SKB is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 20 Jul 2006. Its MOT is valid until 10 Jun 2027 and it has passed 19 of 31 MOT tests, with 153,086 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 May 2026.

W18 SKB black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 10 Jun 2027
Mileage
153,086 mi
At MOT on 29 May 2026
MOT tests
31
19 passed · 12 failed
Per year
7,181 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
W18 SKB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,000 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
20 Jul 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
29 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

W18 SKB was last recorded at 153,086 miles on 29 May 2026, 2,394 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
150,692 miles · 2 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
2,394 miles
Average per year
7,181 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 153,086 miles
  • 2025 – 150,692 miles
  • 2024 – 148,365 miles
  • 2023 – 146,089 miles
  • 2022 – 144,167 miles
  • 2021 – 141,829 miles
  • 2020 – 139,768 miles
  • 2019 – 135,224 miles
  • 2018 – 129,209 miles
  • 2017 – 124,873 miles
  • 2016 – 114,449 miles
  • 2015 – 99,802 miles
  • 2014 – 86,593 miles
  • 2013 – 64,451 miles
  • 2012 – 53,928 miles
  • 2010 – 40,465 miles
  • 2009 – 32,000 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass153,086 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025

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 Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

31 tests since 17 Jul 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass153,086 miles (+2,394)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    153,086 miles
    Test number
    428889391729
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass150,692 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    150,692 miles
    Test number
    162081290845
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail150,692 miles (+2,327)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,692 miles
    Test number
    953585219500
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced body sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass148,365 miles (+2)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    148,365 miles
    Test number
    835095770828
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear subframe corroded

  5. Fail148,363 miles (+2,274)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,363 miles
    Test number
    790776726272
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorStop lamp(s) not working High level (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear subframe corroded

  6. Pass146,089 miles (+1,922)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    146,089 miles
    Test number
    935914839513
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass144,167 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    144,167 miles
    Test number
    203652626952
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working High level (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail144,167 miles (+2,338)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,167 miles
    Test number
    801325955051
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working High level (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass141,829 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    141,829 miles
    Test number
    588718524585
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing out of shape (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing out of shape (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded

  10. Fail141,829 miles (+2,061)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,829 miles
    Test number
    741037767501
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing out of shape (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing out of shape (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded

  11. Pass139,768 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    139,768 miles
    Test number
    852429087959
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres wearing out of shape
    • AdvisoryRear suspension components corroded

  12. Fail139,768 miles (+4,544)2 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,768 miles
    Test number
    223627019208
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres wearing out of shape
    • AdvisoryRear suspension components corroded

  13. Pass135,224 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    135,224 miles
    Test number
    337910561593
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  14. Fail135,222 miles (+6,013)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,222 miles
    Test number
    155700685784
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  15. Pass129,209 miles (+4,336)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    129,209 miles
    Test number
    262668777430

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass124,873 miles (+10,424)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    124,873 miles
    Test number
    554961656906
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on legal limit in centre (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit heavily worn inside edge (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass114,449 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    114,449 miles
    Test number
    848138711492
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm synthetic mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm synthetic mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  18. Fail114,449 miles (+14,647)1 dangerous5 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,449 miles
    Test number
    134916732064
    • DangerousBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm synthetic mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm synthetic mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  19. Pass99,802 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    99,802 miles
    Test number
    720419713101
    • AdvisoryBonnet catch seized
    • AdvisoryFront console bushes starting to split.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear spring corroded
    • AdvisoryHeadlights deteriorated.

  20. Fail99,802 miles (+13,209)3 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,802 miles
    Test number
    765150171861
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc outer (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc outer (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryBonnet catch seized
    • AdvisoryFront console bushes starting to split.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear spring corroded
    • AdvisoryHeadlights deteriorated.

  21. Pass86,593 miles (+474)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    86,593 miles
    Test number
    457135894244
    • NoteConsole bushes starting to split
    • NoteHealight lenses cloudy
    • NoteOffside front wiper starting to split
    • NoteWashers not spraying correctly

  22. Fail86,119 miles (+21,668)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,119 miles
    Test number
    359767584413
    • FailureOffside Rear Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteFront washers are poor but still provide adiquite water

  23. Pass64,451 miles (+4,018)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    64,451 miles
    Test number
    298748603388

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass60,433 miles (+54)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    60,433 miles
    Test number
    645722413178
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  25. Fail60,379 miles (+6,451)1 dangerous3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,379 miles
    Test number
    599048903175
    • DangerousOffside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  26. Pass53,928 miles5 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    53,928 miles
    Test number
    206644612461
    • NoteESP MIL on
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  27. Fail53,928 miles (+13,463)1 failure5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,928 miles
    Test number
    799174312171
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteESP MIL on
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  28. Pass40,465 miles (+8,465)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    40,465 miles
    Test number
    291329350253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass32,000 miles (+23)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    32,000 miles
    Test number
    593140559249
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  30. Pass31,977 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    31,977 miles
    Test number
    350711909263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail31,977 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,977 miles
    Test number
    514478699162
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Questions about W18 SKB

Does W18 SKB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on W18 SKB is valid until 10 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on W18 SKB?
The MOT on W18 SKB is valid until 10 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has W18 SKB done?
W18 SKB was recorded at 153,086 miles at its MOT on 29 May 2026, an average of 7,181 miles a year.
Has W18 SKB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. W18 SKB has failed 12 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 23 May 2025.
Has the mileage on W18 SKB 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 SKB find?
W18 SKB passed its latest MOT on 29 May 2026 with 8 advisories: nearside rear suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 5 more.

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