2021 Volkswagen Golf R-Line Etsi S-A 1.5L Hybrid electric (clean) · SM71 DHX
2021 Volkswagen Golf R-Line Etsi S-A (1.5L, hybrid electric (clean)). First registered 20 Dec 2021. Recorded mileage 31,860 miles. MOT valid until 13 Jun 2027. Taxed until 01 Aug 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF R-LINE ETSI S-A
- Year / Origin
- 2021 · Edinburgh
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 13 Jun 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Aug 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 31,860 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Exempt (Zero Emissions)
- Fuel & Engine
- Hybrid Electric (Clean) · 1.5L
- Reliability Guide
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SM71 DHX Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 15/06/2026
- 31,860 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (3 mentions)
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SM71 DHX MOT History
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4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2021 Volkswagen Golf R-Line Etsi S-A (SM71 DHX) between December 2024 and June 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 15 June 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (3 issues), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 3 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.
SM71 DHX Mileage History
- 18/12/202422,166 mi
- 17/12/202528,525 mi+6,359 mi
- 15/06/202631,860 mi+3,335 mi
- 15/06/202631,860 mi
Average of roughly 6,510 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent
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Our Verdict
Recommended. This low-mileage Golf R-Lin
Focus on the current state of the tyres. The MOT history shows repeated advisories for tyre wear on the nearside rear and offside front between December 2024 and December 2025; you should verify if these were replaced and check the current tread depth across all four corners.
Ensure the service history is present and aligns with the manufacturer's requirements for the eTSI hybrid powertrain. Given the low mileage, check for any signs of inactivity or battery health issues associated with the hybrid system.
The 1.5L eTSI hybrid engine is designed for efficiency, utilizing mild-hybrid technology to lower fuel consumption and emissions. As a Euro 6 AP vehicle, it is fully compliant with UK ULEZ and Clean Air Zones, avoiding daily charges in major cities.
Typical costs will include insurance for the R-Line trim, which generally sits in a mid-range group, and standard Volkswagen servicing intervals. Maintenance costs for this model are generally predictable, though hybrid components may require specialist attention as the vehicle ages.
Inspect the headlamps to ensure the aim is now correct, as the vehicle failed its June 2026 MOT specifically on the offside front headlamp aim. This is a minor adjustment but confirms the vehicle's current compliance.
Closely examine the tyres, particularly the nearside rear and offside front. Because these were flagged as worn close to the legal limit in two consecutive years (2024 and 2025), it is important to check for uneven wear patterns which could indicate an alignment issue.
This blue 2021 Golf R-Line eTSI has covered 31,860 miles as of June 2026. The MOT history shows a consistent pattern of passing, although tyre wear was a recurring advisory in both 2024 and 2025. The most recent test in June 2026 was passed immediately following a minor failure for headlamp aim.
Aggregate data for this specific variant is unavailable, but the individual history of this vehicle shows no major mechanical failures.
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