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Volkswagen Golf

Grey · Petrol · 1995 · 1,984 cc

N228 SWKMOT history

N228 SWK is a grey petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 22 Aug 1995. Its MOT expired on 8 Apr 2026 and it has passed 12 of 18 MOT tests, with 172,832 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Apr 2025.

N228 SWK grey Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Golf, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 8 Apr 2026
Mileage
172,832 mi
At MOT on 9 Apr 2025
MOT tests
18
12 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,223 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
N228 SWK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
1995
First used
22 Aug 1995
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
9 Apr 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

N228 SWK was last recorded at 172,832 miles on 9 Apr 2025, 10 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Apr 2019.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
172,822 miles · 10 Apr 2019
Between the last two tests
10 miles
Average per year
3,223 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 172,832 miles
  • 2019 – 172,822 miles
  • 2017 – 166,158 miles
  • 2016 – 154,393 miles
  • 2015 – 145,123 miles
  • 2014 – 138,073 miles
  • 2011 – 136,910 miles
  • 2010 – 132,312 miles
  • 2009 – 127,467 miles
  • 2008 – 123,736 miles
  • 2007 – 118,850 miles
  • 2006 – 114,834 miles
  • 2005 – 109,452 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass172,832 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rears (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides (1.1.11 (c))

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 the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2016

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2011

  • Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2009

Full MOT history

18 tests since 9 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass172,832 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    172,832 miles
    Test number
    755168076566
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rears (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail172,830 miles (+8)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,830 miles
    Test number
    294185678491
    • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing loose (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rears (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Fail172,822 miles (+6,664)8 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,822 miles
    Test number
    888609275773
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))
    • MajorFront Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))
    • MajorFront Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-lock braking system wiring excessively damaged (1.6 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Chip On Windscreen which looks to have been repaired
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively OSR / NSR (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test All Rear Seats Removed
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing has slight play OSR / NSR (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  4. Pass166,158 miles (+11,765)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    166,158 miles
    Test number
    171678886217
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (3.5.1i)

  5. Pass154,393 miles (+9,270)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    154,393 miles
    Test number
    805897486919
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  6. Pass145,123 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    145,123 miles
    Test number
    572987480820

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail145,123 miles (+7,050)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,123 miles
    Test number
    720512286359
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  8. Pass138,073 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    138,073 miles
    Test number
    329100914498

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail138,072 miles (+1,162)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,072 miles
    Test number
    267579304258
    • FailureNearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

  10. Pass136,910 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    136,910 miles
    Test number
    415220351252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail136,910 miles (+4,598)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,910 miles
    Test number
    678123441299
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • 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)

  12. Pass132,312 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    132,312 miles
    Test number
    304656210403
    • NoteNSF and OSF play in top mounts not excessive.
    • NoteNSR and OSR play in wheel bearings not excessive.
    • NoteOSF steering arm slight play.

  13. Fail132,312 miles (+4,845)2 repaired3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,312 miles
    Test number
    762786410258
    • Repaired at testOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteNSF and OSF play in top mounts not excessive.
    • NoteNSR and OSR play in wheel bearings not excessive.
    • NoteOSF steering arm slight play.

  14. Pass127,467 miles (+3,731)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    127,467 miles
    Test number
    210536029222
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteOil leak

  15. Pass123,736 miles (+4,886)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    123,736 miles
    Test number
    641445038256
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  16. Pass118,850 miles (+4,016)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    118,850 miles
    Test number
    213355537280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass114,834 miles (+5,382)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    114,834 miles
    Test number
    964954636208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass109,452 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    109,452 miles
    Test number
    170611025241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about N228 SWK

Does N228 SWK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on N228 SWK expired on 8 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on N228 SWK?
The MOT on N228 SWK expired on 8 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has N228 SWK done?
N228 SWK was recorded at 172,832 miles at its MOT on 9 Apr 2025, an average of 3,223 miles a year.
Has N228 SWK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. N228 SWK has failed 6 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on N228 SWK 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 N228 SWK find?
N228 SWK passed its latest MOT on 9 Apr 2025 with 4 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rears; front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides; nearside rear service brake fluctuating, but not excessively, and 1 more.

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