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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2011 · 1,598 cc

X26 MWSMOT history

X26 MWS is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 7 Jan 2011. Its MOT is valid until 26 Mar 2027 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 155,338 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Mar 2026.

X26 MWS black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 26 Mar 2027
Mileage
155,338 mi
At MOT on 6 Mar 2026
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
8,240 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X26 MWS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
7 Jan 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X26 MWS was last recorded at 155,338 miles on 6 Mar 2026, 20 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
155,318 miles · 4 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
20 miles
Average per year
8,240 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 155,338 miles
  • 2025 – 152,887 miles
  • 2024 – 142,381 miles
  • 2023 – 132,946 miles
  • 2022 – 125,639 miles
  • 2021 – 118,534 miles
  • 2020 – 117,751 miles
  • 2019 – 108,758 miles
  • 2018 – 101,180 miles
  • 2017 – 94,626 miles
  • 2015 – 83,116 miles
  • 2014 – 55,189 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass155,338 miles
  • AdvisoryCoolant below the min levelRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damaged slightly (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive slight leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened heavily corroded (5.3.3 (b) (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.

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Engine bay covers fitted.

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Vehicle under trays fitted.

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2018

Full MOT history

21 tests since 9 Jan 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass155,338 miles (+20)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    155,338 miles
    Test number
    766774869392
    • AdvisoryCoolant below the min level
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damaged slightly (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive slight leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened heavily corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail155,318 miles (+2,431)4 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,318 miles
    Test number
    710360414013
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorFuel system component leaking injectors (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant below the min level
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damaged slightly (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive slight leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened heavily corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass152,887 miles (+10,506)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    152,887 miles
    Test number
    946461171632
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass142,381 miles (+9,435)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    142,381 miles
    Test number
    417739716942
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass132,946 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    132,946 miles
    Test number
    153577353221
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on both edges is close to the limit and is perished (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail132,946 miles (+7,307)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,946 miles
    Test number
    524079692589
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on both edges is close to the limit and is perished (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass125,639 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    125,639 miles
    Test number
    211862287540
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn heavily on the inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on the inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Fail125,638 miles (+7,104)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,638 miles
    Test number
    222657653631
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn heavily on the inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on the inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass118,534 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    118,534 miles
    Test number
    663213499807

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail118,533 miles (+782)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,533 miles
    Test number
    556902466502
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn offside & nearside (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass117,751 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    117,751 miles
    Test number
    926120288448
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Fail117,751 miles (+8,993)1 dangerous1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,751 miles
    Test number
    674379630689
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass108,758 miles (+7,578)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    108,758 miles
    Test number
    485536491146
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear pads low
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s/r . o/s/f . n/s/f tyres very perished

  14. Pass101,180 miles (+2,320)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    101,180 miles
    Test number
    510714476090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass98,860 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    98,860 miles
    Test number
    795772241936
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has a light misting of oil n/s & o/s (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s & o/s (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryEngine bay covers fitted.
    • AdvisoryNot enough metered smoke emitted to register on the diesel smoke meter.
    • AdvisoryVehicle under trays fitted.

  16. Fail98,860 miles (+4,234)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,860 miles
    Test number
    825989559006
    • Repaired at testCentral Exhaust system not adequately supported exhaust sleeve clamps broken. (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has a light misting of oil n/s & o/s (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s & o/s (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryEngine bay covers fitted.
    • AdvisoryNot enough metered smoke emitted to register on the diesel smoke meter.
    • AdvisoryVehicle under trays fitted.

  17. Pass94,626 miles (+11,510)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    94,626 miles
    Test number
    486163844879
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryEngine bay covers fitted.
    • AdvisoryNot enough metered smoke emitted to register on the diesel smoke meter.
    • AdvisoryVehicle under trays fitted.

  18. Pass83,116 miles (+13,621)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    83,116 miles
    Test number
    852257295520
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has a light misting of oil n/s & o/s (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryEngine bay covers fitted.
    • AdvisoryVehicle under trays fitted.

  19. Fail69,495 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,495 miles
    Test number
    275386305023
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  20. Pass69,495 miles (+14,306)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    69,495 miles
    Test number
    779196805071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass55,189 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    55,189 miles
    Test number
    449699104037
    • NoteNearside rear tyre 3mm

Questions about X26 MWS

Does X26 MWS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X26 MWS is valid until 26 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on X26 MWS?
The MOT on X26 MWS is valid until 26 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X26 MWS done?
X26 MWS was recorded at 155,338 miles at its MOT on 6 Mar 2026, an average of 8,240 miles a year.
Has X26 MWS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X26 MWS has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on X26 MWS 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 X26 MWS find?
X26 MWS passed its latest MOT on 6 Mar 2026 with 7 advisories: coolant below the min level; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damaged slightly; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 4 more.

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