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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 2001 · 1,781 cc

X18 TVWMOT history

X18 TVW is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 12 Jan 2001. Its MOT is valid until 19 Feb 2027 and it has passed 20 of 33 MOT tests, with 100,696 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Feb 2026.

X18 TVW black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 19 Feb 2027
Mileage
100,696 mi
At MOT on 20 Feb 2026
MOT tests
33
20 passed · 13 failed
Per year
1,968 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X18 TVW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
12 Jan 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X18 TVW was last recorded at 100,696 miles on 20 Feb 2026, 917 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Feb 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 19 Jun 2014: 66,279 miles, lower than 128,501 miles on 3 Jun 2013.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
99,779 miles · 17 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
917 miles
Average per year
1,968 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 100,696 miles
  • 2025 – 99,779 miles
  • 2024 – 98,837 miles
  • 2022 – 98,586 miles
  • 2021 – 98,189 miles
  • 2020 – 97,193 miles
  • 2019 – 94,860 miles
  • 2018 – 89,953 miles
  • 2017 – 87,294 miles
  • 2016 – 81,051 miles
  • 2015 – 71,556 miles
  • 2014 – 66,279 miles
  • 2013 – 128,501 miles
  • 2012 – 127,724 miles
  • 2011 – 125,546 miles
  • 2010 – 123,044 miles
  • 2009 – 104,810 miles
  • 2008 – 95,482 miles
  • 2007 – 80,751 miles
  • 2006 – 61,194 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass100,696 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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 Rear Tyre slightly damaged

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Reverse lamp not working

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

33 tests since 23 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass100,696 miles (+917)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    100,696 miles
    Test number
    383820778073
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass99,779 miles (+942)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    99,779 miles
    Test number
    967408226509

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass98,837 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    98,837 miles
    Test number
    478554315033
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

  4. Fail98,837 miles (+251)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,837 miles
    Test number
    437009384242
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

  5. Pass98,586 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    98,586 miles
    Test number
    979720249133
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryReverse lamp not working

  6. Fail98,584 miles (+395)5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,584 miles
    Test number
    806727828231
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryReverse lamp not working

  7. Pass98,189 miles (+3)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    98,189 miles
    Test number
    762692422657
    • MinorNearside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  8. Fail98,186 miles (+993)2 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,186 miles
    Test number
    357338072008
    • MajorEmissions not tested due to engine overheatring (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  9. Pass97,193 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    97,193 miles
    Test number
    570405257300

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail97,192 miles (+2,332)2 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,192 miles
    Test number
    127761588656
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

  11. Pass94,860 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    94,860 miles
    Test number
    538881192074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail94,855 miles (+4,902)7 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,855 miles
    Test number
    746296894571
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  13. Pass89,953 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    89,953 miles
    Test number
    213286706016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail89,953 miles (+2,659)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,953 miles
    Test number
    654026794337
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  15. Pass87,294 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    87,294 miles
    Test number
    109580071904
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre wearing on edge and cracking on sidewall
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Fail87,292 miles (+6,241)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,292 miles
    Test number
    584999992558
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre wearing on edge and cracking on side wall
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass81,051 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    81,051 miles
    Test number
    822732337102
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing on edge

  18. Fail81,051 miles (+9,495)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,051 miles
    Test number
    526191438878
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing on edge

  19. Pass71,556 miles (+5,277)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    71,556 miles
    Test number
    288602785176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass66,279 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    66,279 miles
    Test number
    407611574195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail66,279 miles (-62,222)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,279 miles
    Test number
    337180174123
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass128,501 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    128,501 miles
    Test number
    937064553127
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  23. Fail128,501 miles (+777)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,501 miles
    Test number
    559429743161
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) inappropriately repaired (3.5.1n)
    • FailureParking brake lever, pawl mechanism pivot(s) or their associated mountings locking device insecure (3.1.4b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  24. Pass127,724 miles (+2,178)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    127,724 miles
    Test number
    658027622011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail125,546 miles (+2,502)1 failure6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,546 miles
    Test number
    788471341160
    • FailureOffside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteFront brake discs corroded slightly
    • NoteSlight movement in both front shock absorbers

  26. Pass123,044 miles (+7,590)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    123,044 miles
    Test number
    273553360301

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass115,454 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    115,454 miles
    Test number
    482863710032
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  28. Fail115,454 miles (+10,644)1 dangerous1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,454 miles
    Test number
    683463210047
    • DangerousBall joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  29. Fail104,810 miles2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,810 miles
    Test number
    131292409010
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • NoteSlight play in steering rack

  30. Pass104,810 miles (+9,328)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    104,810 miles
    Test number
    444052209059
    • NoteSlight play in steering rack

  31. Pass95,482 miles (+14,731)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    95,482 miles
    Test number
    383703508032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass80,751 miles (+19,557)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    80,751 miles
    Test number
    120195107488
    • AdvisoryCentre Vehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  33. Pass61,194 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    61,194 miles
    Test number
    741473326081
    • NoteFront brake discs worn
    • NoteOffside rear tyre slight distorting to inner tread

Questions about X18 TVW

Does X18 TVW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X18 TVW is valid until 19 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on X18 TVW?
The MOT on X18 TVW is valid until 19 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 TVW done?
X18 TVW was recorded at 100,696 miles at its MOT on 20 Feb 2026, an average of 1,968 miles a year.
Has X18 TVW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X18 TVW has failed 13 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on X18 TVW ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 19 Jun 2014. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on X18 TVW find?
X18 TVW passed its latest MOT on 20 Feb 2026 with 2 advisories: offside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; offside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened.

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