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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Diesel · 2000 · 1,896 cc

W465 RTOMOT history

W465 RTO is a blue diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 1 Jul 2000. Its MOT is valid until 29 Oct 2027 and it has passed 21 of 30 MOT tests, with 167,417 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Oct 2026.

W465 RTO blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 29 Oct 2027
Mileage
167,417 mi
At MOT on 22 Oct 2026
MOT tests
30
21 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,265 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
W465 RTO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
1 Jul 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

W465 RTO was last recorded at 167,417 miles on 22 Oct 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Oct 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
167,415 miles · 8 Oct 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
5,265 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 167,417 miles
  • 2025 – 163,201 miles
  • 2024 – 156,680 miles
  • 2023 – 152,072 miles
  • 2022 – 145,228 miles
  • 2021 – 136,730 miles
  • 2020 – 132,450 miles
  • 2019 – 126,365 miles
  • 2018 – 124,390 miles
  • 2017 – 121,138 miles
  • 2016 – 115,435 miles
  • 2015 – 115,178 miles
  • 2014 – 110,606 miles
  • 2013 – 106,603 miles
  • 2012 – 103,123 miles
  • 2011 – 98,838 miles
  • 2010 – 93,289 miles
  • 2009 – 85,924 miles
  • 2008 – 79,465 miles
  • 2007 – 69,808 miles
  • 2006 – 60,458 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass167,417 miles
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyreRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive Intercooler (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor9 MOTs, 2021–2026

  • Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective

    Minor4 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bushes

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025–2026

Full MOT history

30 tests since 29 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass167,417 miles (+2)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    167,417 miles
    Test number
    706576893780
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive Intercooler (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail167,415 miles (+4,214)3 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,415 miles
    Test number
    180465034245
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive Intercooler (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass163,201 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    163,201 miles
    Test number
    172579810448
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Fail163,201 miles (+6,521)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,201 miles
    Test number
    667386106597
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Pass156,680 miles (+2)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    156,680 miles
    Test number
    719063716813
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Fail156,678 miles (+4,606)2 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,678 miles
    Test number
    539689061470
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass152,072 miles (+3)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    152,072 miles
    Test number
    617530396761
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear sill
    • AdvisoryWarning sign

  8. Fail152,069 miles (+6,841)2 dangerous4 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,069 miles
    Test number
    774842046158
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded nr brake caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear sill
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake caliper ?
    • AdvisoryWarning sign

  9. Pass145,228 miles (+8,498)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    145,228 miles
    Test number
    816545579637
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear sill corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass136,730 miles (+1)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    136,730 miles
    Test number
    843059625222
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Fail136,729 miles (+4,279)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,729 miles
    Test number
    427746576334
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Pass132,450 miles (+6,085)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    132,450 miles
    Test number
    752780693157
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively discs rusty (1.2.1 (f))

  13. Pass126,365 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    126,365 miles
    Test number
    556562624832
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  14. Fail126,365 miles (+1,975)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,365 miles
    Test number
    717734493511
    • DangerousExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  15. Pass124,390 miles (+3,252)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    124,390 miles
    Test number
    523213399869
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  16. Pass121,138 miles (+5,703)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    121,138 miles
    Test number
    273913827424
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear lamp

  17. Pass115,435 miles (+257)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    115,435 miles
    Test number
    182874945464
    • AdvisoryBrakes spongy

  18. Pass115,178 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    115,178 miles
    Test number
    957076175131
    • AdvisoryNearside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

  19. Fail115,177 miles (+4,571)1 failure4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,177 miles
    Test number
    416626575167
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

  20. Pass110,606 miles (+4,003)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    110,606 miles
    Test number
    166196374104
    • AdvisoryNearside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  21. Pass106,603 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    106,603 miles
    Test number
    147901473154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail106,603 miles (+3,480)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,603 miles
    Test number
    958111973198
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  23. Pass103,123 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    103,123 miles
    Test number
    339128762119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail103,122 miles (+4,284)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,122 miles
    Test number
    217405462173
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  25. Pass98,838 miles (+5,549)5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    98,838 miles
    Test number
    276114671135
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteAir bag warning light on
    • NoteNearside inner rack joint has slight play
    • NoteNearside rear brake has a slight bind

  26. Pass93,289 miles (+7,365)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    93,289 miles
    Test number
    324897770111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass85,924 miles (+6,459)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    85,924 miles
    Test number
    670675479135
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass79,465 miles (+9,657)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    79,465 miles
    Test number
    280408678461

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass69,808 miles (+9,350)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    69,808 miles
    Test number
    681637977174
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  30. Pass60,458 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    60,458 miles
    Test number
    692100286109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about W465 RTO

Does W465 RTO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on W465 RTO is valid until 29 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on W465 RTO?
The MOT on W465 RTO is valid until 29 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has W465 RTO done?
W465 RTO was recorded at 167,417 miles at its MOT on 22 Oct 2026, an average of 5,265 miles a year.
Has W465 RTO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. W465 RTO has failed 9 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on W465 RTO 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 W465 RTO find?
W465 RTO passed its latest MOT on 22 Oct 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; offside front nail in tyre; offside front oil leak, but not excessive intercooler.

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