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Volkswagen Golf

White · Diesel · 2012 · 1,598 cc

Y5 RDXMOT history

Y5 RDX is a white diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 26 Mar 2012. Its MOT is valid until 22 Sept 2027 and it has passed 12 of 18 MOT tests, with 145,842 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Sept 2026.

Y5 RDX white Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 22 Sept 2027
Mileage
145,842 mi
At MOT on 1 Sept 2026
MOT tests
18
12 passed · 6 failed
Per year
10,757 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y5 RDX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
26 Mar 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y5 RDX was last recorded at 145,842 miles on 1 Sept 2026, 12,793 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
133,049 miles · 16 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
12,793 miles
Average per year
10,757 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 145,842 miles
  • 2025 – 133,049 miles
  • 2024 – 116,627 miles
  • 2023 – 108,624 miles
  • 2022 – 101,902 miles
  • 2021 – 93,869 miles
  • 2020 – 85,688 miles
  • 2019 – 73,689 miles
  • 2018 – 63,410 miles
  • 2017 – 49,556 miles
  • 2016 – 34,485 miles
  • 2015 – 22,388 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass145,842 miles
  • MinorOffside Rear Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Nearside Front tread on 2.9mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear tread on 2.2mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front tread on 3.0mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened badly corroded and scored and grooved

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

18 tests since 11 Mar 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass145,842 miles (+12,793)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    145,842 miles
    Test number
    639506507654
    • MinorOffside Rear Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  2. Pass133,049 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    133,049 miles
    Test number
    925067598074
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail133,045 miles (+16,418)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,045 miles
    Test number
    833155298639
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorRear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass116,627 miles (+8,003)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    116,627 miles
    Test number
    123443910193
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass108,624 miles (+6,722)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    108,624 miles
    Test number
    502061533560
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass101,902 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    101,902 miles
    Test number
    590390313302
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspect dpf previously repaired but has no evidence of temper or reweld

  7. Fail101,902 miles (+8,033)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,902 miles
    Test number
    132029429903
    • MajorNearside Rear All position lamps light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear All position lamps light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspect dpf previously repaired but has no evidence of temper or reweld

  8. Pass93,869 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    93,869 miles
    Test number
    337763496798

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail93,869 miles (+8,181)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,869 miles
    Test number
    769920249473
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  10. Pass85,688 miles (+1)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    85,688 miles
    Test number
    607484781618
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tread on 2.9mm
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tread on 2.2mm
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tread on 3.0mm
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened badly corroded and scored and grooved (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Fail85,687 miles (+11,998)2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,687 miles
    Test number
    264999565133
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction dpf light on dash (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorRegistration plate does not conform to the specified requirements INCORRECT SPACING ON BOTH PLATES (0.1 (d))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tread on 2.9mm
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tread on 2.2mm
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tread on 3.0mm
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened badly corroded and scored and grooved (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass73,689 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    73,689 miles
    Test number
    283026548743
    • 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))

  13. Fail73,689 miles (+10,279)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,689 miles
    Test number
    500938100433
    • Repaired at testNearside 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass63,410 miles (+13,854)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    63,410 miles
    Test number
    735962936192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass49,556 miles (+15,071)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    49,556 miles
    Test number
    544415184750

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass34,485 miles (+12,097)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    34,485 miles
    Test number
    965759814925
    • 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)

  17. Fail22,388 miles2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,388 miles
    Test number
    336670975024
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  18. Pass22,388 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    22,388 miles
    Test number
    517480675021
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about Y5 RDX

Does Y5 RDX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y5 RDX is valid until 22 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y5 RDX?
The MOT on Y5 RDX is valid until 22 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y5 RDX done?
Y5 RDX was recorded at 145,842 miles at its MOT on 1 Sept 2026, an average of 10,757 miles a year.
Has Y5 RDX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y5 RDX has failed 6 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on Y5 RDX 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 Y5 RDX find?
Y5 RDX passed its latest MOT on 1 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: offside rear direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 1 more.

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