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Volkswagen Golf

Red · Petrol · 2006 · 2,000 cc

X18 AKMMOT history

X18 AKM is a red petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 5 Jan 2006. Its MOT is valid until 4 Feb 2027 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 136,652 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jan 2026.

X18 AKM red Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 4 Feb 2027
Mileage
136,652 mi
At MOT on 30 Jan 2026
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,579 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X18 AKM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,000 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
5 Jan 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X18 AKM was last recorded at 136,652 miles on 30 Jan 2026, 5,013 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
131,639 miles · 5 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
5,013 miles
Average per year
5,579 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 136,652 miles
  • 2025 – 131,639 miles
  • 2023 – 126,301 miles
  • 2022 – 122,095 miles
  • 2021 – 117,385 miles
  • 2020 – 113,219 miles
  • 2019 – 107,938 miles
  • 2018 – 99,575 miles
  • 2017 – 91,563 miles
  • 2016 – 84,037 miles
  • 2015 – 79,688 miles
  • 2014 – 76,153 miles
  • 2013 – 70,954 miles
  • 2012 – 65,341 miles
  • 2011 – 59,183 miles
  • 2010 – 52,593 miles
  • 2009 – 46,477 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass136,652 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

21 tests since 1 Dec 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass136,652 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    136,652 miles
    Test number
    624310505068
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail136,652 miles (+5,013)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,652 miles
    Test number
    147323674311
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass131,639 miles (+5,338)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    131,639 miles
    Test number
    467107619128
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass126,301 miles (+4,206)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    126,301 miles
    Test number
    145084813396
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass122,095 miles (+4,710)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    122,095 miles
    Test number
    215090574168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass117,385 miles (+4,166)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    117,385 miles
    Test number
    547128817801

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass113,219 miles (+5,281)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    113,219 miles
    Test number
    536860848334

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass107,938 miles (+8,363)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    107,938 miles
    Test number
    297195056141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass99,575 miles (+8,012)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    99,575 miles
    Test number
    351205441878
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass91,563 miles (+7,526)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    91,563 miles
    Test number
    641488308464
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel has restricted free movement (brake binding on)
    • AdvisoryOil leak gearbox oil slight seep
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

  11. Pass84,037 miles (+4,349)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    84,037 miles
    Test number
    386785564327

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass79,688 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    79,688 miles
    Test number
    888007611885
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Fail79,688 miles (+3,535)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,688 miles
    Test number
    613617201410
    • FailureDriver's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass76,153 miles (+5,199)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    76,153 miles
    Test number
    366228534344
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Fail70,954 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,954 miles
    Test number
    159057833360
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  16. Pass70,954 miles (+5,613)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    70,954 miles
    Test number
    367137433368

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass65,341 miles (+6,158)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    65,341 miles
    Test number
    478130642339
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass59,183 miles (+6,590)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    59,183 miles
    Test number
    776631341390

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass52,593 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    52,593 miles
    Test number
    592915430374

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail52,593 miles (+6,116)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,593 miles
    Test number
    974223530322
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass46,477 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    46,477 miles
    Test number
    631525739335

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X18 AKM

Does X18 AKM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X18 AKM is valid until 4 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on X18 AKM?
The MOT on X18 AKM is valid until 4 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X18 AKM done?
X18 AKM was recorded at 136,652 miles at its MOT on 30 Jan 2026, an average of 5,579 miles a year.
Has X18 AKM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X18 AKM has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on X18 AKM 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 X18 AKM find?
X18 AKM passed its latest MOT on 30 Jan 2026 with 4 advisories: offside front coil spring corroded; offside rear brake hose slightly deteriorated; offside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 1 more.

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