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Volkswagen Golf

Red · Petrol · 1998 · 1,600 cc

S105 ATAMOT history

S105 ATA is a red petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 1 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 17 Jan 2026 and it has passed 20 of 32 MOT tests, with 82,730 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jan 2025.

S105 ATA red Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Golf, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 17 Jan 2026
Mileage
82,730 mi
At MOT on 15 Jan 2025
MOT tests
32
20 passed · 12 failed
Per year
2,727 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S105 ATA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,600 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
1 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Jan 2026
Latest MOT test
15 Jan 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S105 ATA was last recorded at 82,730 miles on 15 Jan 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
82,730 miles · 14 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
2,727 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 82,730 miles
  • 2024 – 78,020 miles
  • 2023 – 72,336 miles
  • 2022 – 65,192 miles
  • 2021 – 61,501 miles
  • 2019 – 59,476 miles
  • 2018 – 55,909 miles
  • 2017 – 54,442 miles
  • 2016 – 52,292 miles
  • 2015 – 50,511 miles
  • 2014 – 48,663 miles
  • 2013 – 46,889 miles
  • 2012 – 45,273 miles
  • 2011 – 43,666 miles
  • 2010 – 41,960 miles
  • 2009 – 39,697 miles
  • 2008 – 37,608 miles
  • 2007 – 35,110 miles
  • 2006 – 32,660 miles
  • 2005 – 29,595 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass82,730 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement [Rear bush] (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 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.

  • Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

    Failure4 MOTs, 2009–2016

  • Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases [Blowing slightly behind engine]

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

32 tests since 22 Jul 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass82,730 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    82,730 miles
    Test number
    386464794380
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement [Rear bush] (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail82,730 miles (+4,710)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,730 miles
    Test number
    286105802215
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement [Rear bush] (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass78,020 miles (+6)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    78,020 miles
    Test number
    400327310369
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases [Blowing slightly behind engine] (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement [Rear bush] (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Fail78,014 miles (+5,678)1 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,014 miles
    Test number
    961964251917
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases [Blowing slightly behind engine] (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement [Rear bush] (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass72,336 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    72,336 miles
    Test number
    601582201171
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement [Bottom arm rear bush] (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened [Axle beam especially at the mounting eyes/bush mounts] (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail72,336 miles (+7,144)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,336 miles
    Test number
    166860194942
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement [Bottom arm rear bush] (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened [Axle beam especially at the mounting eyes/bush mounts] (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass65,192 miles (+3,691)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    65,192 miles
    Test number
    842325500810
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement [Rear bottom arm bush] (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass61,501 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    61,501 miles
    Test number
    313901563742
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail61,500 miles (+2,024)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,500 miles
    Test number
    636064693584
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass59,476 miles (+3,567)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    59,476 miles
    Test number
    484444992404

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass55,909 miles (+1,467)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    55,909 miles
    Test number
    432496618201
    • AdvisoryDamage to outer nearside sill

  12. Pass54,442 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    54,442 miles
    Test number
    839316297161
    • AdvisoryDamage to nearside outer sill

  13. Fail54,442 miles (+2,150)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,442 miles
    Test number
    458595963103
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • AdvisoryDamage to nearside outer sill

  14. Pass52,292 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    52,292 miles
    Test number
    356673972781
    • AdvisoryDamage to nearside outer sill

  15. Fail52,292 miles (+1,781)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,292 miles
    Test number
    968035018354
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryDamage to nearside outer sill

  16. Pass50,511 miles (+1,848)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    50,511 miles
    Test number
    299465995462

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass48,663 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    48,663 miles
    Test number
    268400294139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail48,663 miles (+1,774)5 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,663 miles
    Test number
    985369484103
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • NoteNearside wiper blade split on end

  19. Pass46,889 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    46,889 miles
    Test number
    678941993181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail46,889 miles (+1,616)2 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,889 miles
    Test number
    736891093176
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteHi level brake light not working
    • NoteNearside rear tyre perrished in tread
    • NoteOffside rear tyre badly perrished

  21. Pass45,273 miles (+1,607)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    45,273 miles
    Test number
    578341692177
    • NoteNearside outer sill slightly damaged
    • NoteOffside rear tyre perrished in side walls and tread

  22. Pass43,666 miles (+1,706)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    43,666 miles
    Test number
    567455991177
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteRear tyres lightly perrished in side walls and tread.

  23. Pass41,960 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    41,960 miles
    Test number
    171445190163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail41,960 miles (+2,263)2 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,960 miles
    Test number
    944744190134
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • 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)
    • NoteClutch near top of pedal
    • NoteNearside wiper blade split on end

  25. Pass39,697 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    39,697 miles
    Test number
    972845099144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail39,697 miles (+2,089)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,697 miles
    Test number
    202635499161
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  27. Pass37,608 miles (+2,498)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    37,608 miles
    Test number
    603049788162
    • NoteFront number plate damaged

  28. Fail35,110 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,110 miles
    Test number
    714127497163
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  29. Pass35,110 miles (+2,450)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    35,110 miles
    Test number
    714827397123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail32,660 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,660 miles
    Test number
    493322196188
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  31. Pass32,660 miles (+3,065)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    32,660 miles
    Test number
    620072896149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass29,595 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2006
    Odometer
    29,595 miles
    Test number
    360163405495
    • NoteRear tyres poor in side walls and 1.6mm edges of tread
    • NoteFront number plate slightly damaged

Questions about S105 ATA

Does S105 ATA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S105 ATA expired on 17 Jan 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S105 ATA?
The MOT on S105 ATA expired on 17 Jan 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S105 ATA done?
S105 ATA was recorded at 82,730 miles at its MOT on 15 Jan 2025, an average of 2,727 miles a year.
Has S105 ATA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S105 ATA has failed 12 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on S105 ATA 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 S105 ATA find?
S105 ATA passed its latest MOT on 15 Jan 2025 with 2 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement [rear bush].

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