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Black · Diesel · 2014 · 1,968 cc

W5 SWXMOT history

W5 SWX is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 16 Sept 2014. Its MOT is valid until 21 May 2027 and it has passed 10 of 12 MOT tests, with 118,535 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 May 2026.

W5 SWX black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 21 May 2027
Mileage
118,535 mi
At MOT on 19 May 2026
MOT tests
12
10 passed · 2 failed
Per year
9,092 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
W5 SWX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2014
First used
16 Sept 2014
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 May 2027
Latest MOT test
19 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

W5 SWX was last recorded at 118,535 miles on 19 May 2026, 12,371 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
106,164 miles · 22 May 2025
Between the last two tests
12,371 miles
Average per year
9,092 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 118,535 miles
  • 2025 – 106,164 miles
  • 2024 – 106,156 miles
  • 2023 – 100,339 miles
  • 2022 – 86,426 miles
  • 2021 – 77,846 miles
  • 2020 – 68,603 miles
  • 2019 – 60,707 miles
  • 2018 – 50,815 miles
  • 2017 – 38,957 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass118,535 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryEmissions too low to read
  • AdvisoryEngine x under covers fitted / slight corrosion on rear springs / corrosion on rear sub frame / n/s/r x o/s/f tyres 3mm
  • AdvisoryPlates

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 Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip on the screen

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

12 tests since 17 Aug 2017, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass118,535 miles (+12,371)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2027
    Odometer
    118,535 miles
    Test number
    598373125777
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryEmissions too low to read
    • AdvisoryEngine x under covers fitted / slight corrosion on rear springs / corrosion on rear sub frame / n/s/r x o/s/f tyres 3mm
    • AdvisoryPlates

  2. Pass106,164 miles (+1)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2026
    Odometer
    106,164 miles
    Test number
    139716825046
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip on the screen (3.2 (a) (i))

  3. Fail106,163 miles (+7)1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,163 miles
    Test number
    167906918070
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip on the screen (3.2 (a) (i))

  4. Pass106,156 miles (+5,817)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    106,156 miles
    Test number
    383031746193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass100,339 miles (+13,913)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    100,339 miles
    Test number
    763117707858

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass86,426 miles (+8,580)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    86,426 miles
    Test number
    610638117063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass77,846 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    77,846 miles
    Test number
    860961691071
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Pad on 2.0mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail77,846 miles (+9,243)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,846 miles
    Test number
    581770139520
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Pad on 2.0mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass68,603 miles (+7,896)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    68,603 miles
    Test number
    156633764706

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass60,707 miles (+9,892)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    60,707 miles
    Test number
    689987923681
    • 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))

  11. Pass50,815 miles (+11,858)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    50,815 miles
    Test number
    461092687786

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass38,957 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    38,957 miles
    Test number
    304205158121
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Questions about W5 SWX

Does W5 SWX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on W5 SWX is valid until 21 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on W5 SWX?
The MOT on W5 SWX is valid until 21 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has W5 SWX done?
W5 SWX was recorded at 118,535 miles at its MOT on 19 May 2026, an average of 9,092 miles a year.
Has W5 SWX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. W5 SWX has failed 2 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 21 May 2025.
Has the mileage on W5 SWX 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 W5 SWX find?
W5 SWX passed its latest MOT on 19 May 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; nearside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil; emissions too low to read, and 2 more.

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