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Volkswagen Golf

White · Diesel · 2016 · 1,968 cc

X21 VACMOT history

X21 VAC is a white diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 31 Mar 2016. Its MOT is valid until 1 Sept 2027 and it has passed 6 of 8 MOT tests, with 97,479 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Aug 2026.

X21 VAC white Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 1 Sept 2027
Mileage
97,479 mi
At MOT on 18 Aug 2026
MOT tests
8
6 passed · 2 failed
Per year
9,917 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X21 VAC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
31 Mar 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X21 VAC was last recorded at 97,479 miles on 18 Aug 2026, 5,737 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
91,742 miles · 4 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
5,737 miles
Average per year
9,917 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 97,479 miles
  • 2025 – 91,742 miles
  • 2024 – 73,319 miles
  • 2023 – 57,072 miles
  • 2022 – 53,122 miles
  • 2021 – 48,309 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,479 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025–2026

Full MOT history

8 tests since 2 Sept 2021, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass97,479 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    97,479 miles
    Test number
    746146464734
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail97,476 miles (+5,734)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,476 miles
    Test number
    556145490164
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass91,742 miles (+18,423)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    91,742 miles
    Test number
    551435354638
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass73,319 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    73,319 miles
    Test number
    597851523999
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail73,319 miles (+16,247)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,319 miles
    Test number
    192285016170
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements spacing (0.1 (d))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements spacing (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass57,072 miles (+3,950)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    57,072 miles
    Test number
    631199992072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass53,122 miles (+4,813)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    53,122 miles
    Test number
    843299807370
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear wheels slightly buckled on inner edges.

  8. Pass48,309 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    48,309 miles
    Test number
    183720720244
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRoad wheel slightly distorted both rears (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Questions about X21 VAC

Does X21 VAC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X21 VAC is valid until 1 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on X21 VAC?
The MOT on X21 VAC is valid until 1 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X21 VAC done?
X21 VAC was recorded at 97,479 miles at its MOT on 18 Aug 2026, an average of 9,917 miles a year.
Has X21 VAC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X21 VAC has failed 2 of its 8 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on X21 VAC 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 X21 VAC find?
X21 VAC passed its latest MOT on 18 Aug 2026 with 1 advisory: front brake pad(s) wearing thin.

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