2014 Volkswagen Golf 1.2L Petrol · S11 MAK
2014 Volkswagen Golf (1.2L, petrol). First registered 28 Oct 2014. Recorded mileage 65,900 miles. MOT expired on 08 Nov 2026. Taxed until 01 Feb 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
- Year / Origin
- 2014 · Glasgow
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 08 Nov 2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Feb 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 65,900 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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S11 MAK Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 05/11/2025
- 65,900 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 5 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (5 mentions)
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S11 MAK MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2014 Volkswagen Golf (S11 MAK) between October 2021 and November 2025.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 10 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (5 issues), Brakes (4 issues), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 10 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
S11 MAK Mileage History
- 28/10/202131,520 mi
- 02/11/202234,109 mi+2,589 mi
- 08/11/202348,236 mi+14,127 mi
- 08/11/202457,295 mi+9,059 mi
- 05/11/202565,900 mi+8,605 mi
Average of roughly 8,548 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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