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Red · Diesel · 2014 · 1,968 cc

NS 3603MOT history

NS 3603 is a red diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 11 Apr 2014. Its MOT is valid until 6 Nov 2026 and it has passed 9 of 11 MOT tests, with 97,067 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Oct 2025.

NS 3603 red Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 6 Nov 2026
Mileage
97,067 mi
At MOT on 24 Oct 2025
MOT tests
11
9 passed · 2 failed
Per year
8,751 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
NS 3603
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2014
First used
11 Apr 2014
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
24 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

NS 3603 was last recorded at 97,067 miles on 24 Oct 2025, 10,694 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
86,373 miles · 7 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
10,694 miles
Average per year
8,751 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 97,067 miles
  • 2024 – 86,373 miles
  • 2023 – 72,667 miles
  • 2022 – 61,928 miles
  • 2021 – 54,945 miles
  • 2020 – 49,715 miles
  • 2019 – 46,870 miles
  • 2018 – 41,976 miles
  • 2017 – 26,626 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,067 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryManufacturers under-trays fitted not allowing full inspection
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both rear flexible pipes (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both rear lower arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front arm rear bush split slightly

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both rear spring carrier arms

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

11 tests since 6 Oct 2017, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass97,067 miles (+10,694)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    97,067 miles
    Test number
    912291229757
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryManufacturers under-trays fitted not allowing full inspection
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both rear flexible pipes (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both rear lower arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  2. Pass86,373 miles (+8)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    86,373 miles
    Test number
    242959907313
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front arm rear bush split slightly (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both rear spring carrier arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  3. Fail86,365 miles (+33)4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,365 miles
    Test number
    101434832576
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested brakes not tested due to brake pad broken away from lining on rear n/s (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 225/40r18 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pad(s) contaminated brake pad lining come off from brake pad (1.1.13 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 225/40r18 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front arm rear bush split slightly (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both rear spring carrier arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  4. Fail86,332 miles (+13,665)2 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,332 miles
    Test number
    342138709519
    • MajorElectronic parking brake warning indicates a malfunction (1.1.6 (e))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning Covered with tape (4.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryManufactures engine and body covers fitted restricting inspection of components
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inside edge 225/40/18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inside edge 225/40/18 (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass72,667 miles (+10,739)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    72,667 miles
    Test number
    721423762954
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass61,928 miles (+6,983)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    61,928 miles
    Test number
    315015491120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass54,945 miles (+5,230)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    54,945 miles
    Test number
    477595495340
    • AdvisoryManufactures Undertray fitted
  8. Pass49,715 miles (+2,845)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    49,715 miles
    Test number
    831520456819

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass46,870 miles (+4,894)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    46,870 miles
    Test number
    143152567796

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass41,976 miles (+15,350)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    41,976 miles
    Test number
    722453801541

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass26,626 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    26,626 miles
    Test number
    213628831116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about NS 3603

What vehicle is registration NS 3603 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show NS 3603 on a red diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 11 Apr 2014. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does NS 3603 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on NS 3603 is valid until 6 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on NS 3603?
The MOT on NS 3603 is valid until 6 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has NS 3603 done?
NS 3603 was recorded at 97,067 miles at its MOT on 24 Oct 2025, an average of 8,751 miles a year.
Has NS 3603 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. NS 3603 has failed 2 of its 11 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on NS 3603 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 NS 3603 find?
NS 3603 passed its latest MOT on 24 Oct 2025 with 5 advisories: front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; manufacturers under-trays fitted not allowing full inspection; rear brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both rear flexible pipes, and 2 more.

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