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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 1998 · 1,900 cc

S115 SKLMOT history

S115 SKL is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 10 Oct 1998. Its MOT expired on 12 Jan 2024 and it has passed 17 of 31 MOT tests, with 188,310 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Jan 2024.

S115 SKL black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 12 Jan 2024
Mileage
188,310 mi
At MOT on 3 Jan 2024
MOT tests
31
17 passed · 14 failed
Per year
6,654 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S115 SKL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,900 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
10 Oct 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Jan 2024
Latest MOT test
3 Jan 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

S115 SKL was last recorded at 188,310 miles on 3 Jan 2024, 7,281 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Jan 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
181,029 miles · 10 Jan 2023
Between the last two tests
7,281 miles
Average per year
6,654 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 188,310 miles
  • 2023 – 181,029 miles
  • 2022 – 176,425 miles
  • 2020 – 171,756 miles
  • 2019 – 167,757 miles
  • 2018 – 162,548 miles
  • 2017 – 151,884 miles
  • 2016 – 144,681 miles
  • 2015 – 139,119 miles
  • 2014 – 132,966 miles
  • 2013 – 128,190 miles
  • 2012 – 119,895 miles
  • 2011 – 111,594 miles
  • 2010 – 103,355 miles
  • 2009 – 95,263 miles
  • 2008 – 85,806 miles
  • 2007 – 79,820 miles
  • 2006 – 71,657 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail188,310 miles
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2014

  • Central Exhaust mounting defective

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

31 tests since 22 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail188,310 miles (+7,281)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,310 miles
    Test number
    442497398017
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Pass181,029 miles (+4,604)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    181,029 miles
    Test number
    389016867011
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass176,425 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    176,425 miles
    Test number
    438363464030
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryAuxiliary drive belt cracked

  4. Fail176,425 miles (+4,669)1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,425 miles
    Test number
    778393980521
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryAuxiliary drive belt cracked

  5. Pass171,756 miles (+3,999)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    171,756 miles
    Test number
    263569637973
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryAuxiliary drive belt cracked

  6. Pass167,757 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    167,757 miles
    Test number
    658387998737
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  7. Fail167,756 miles (+5,208)2 dangerous4 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,756 miles
    Test number
    530398082107
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorHorn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  8. Pass162,548 miles (+10,664)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    162,548 miles
    Test number
    587715761157
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 195/65r15 91v (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking on outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass151,884 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    151,884 miles
    Test number
    583299038087
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  10. Fail151,884 miles (+7,203)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,884 miles
    Test number
    436141358056
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  11. Pass144,681 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    144,681 miles
    Test number
    124311449416
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust bracket welds broken

  12. Fail144,681 miles (+5,562)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,681 miles
    Test number
    614404995547
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded rear end of n/s front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust bracket welds broken
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield loose

  13. Pass139,119 miles (+96)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    139,119 miles
    Test number
    581216862540
    • AdvisoryN/s rear wheel bearing noisey

  14. Fail139,023 miles (+6,057)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,023 miles
    Test number
    403678672564
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryBattery loose in tray
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust bracket/mtg corroded/adrift
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield loose

  15. Pass132,966 miles (+161)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    132,966 miles
    Test number
    918047914333
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  16. Fail132,805 miles (+4,615)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,805 miles
    Test number
    156988904398
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  17. Pass128,190 miles (+34)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    128,190 miles
    Test number
    189487323384
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  18. Fail128,156 miles (+8,261)1 dangerous6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,156 miles
    Test number
    368757413374
    • DangerousOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureHazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)
    • FailureIndicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  19. Pass119,895 miles (+6)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    119,895 miles
    Test number
    465102712473
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

  20. Fail119,889 miles (+8,295)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,889 miles
    Test number
    518990512352
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

  21. Pass111,594 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    111,594 miles
    Test number
    286549011376
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  22. Fail111,589 miles (+8,234)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,589 miles
    Test number
    259247801309
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  23. Pass103,355 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    103,355 miles
    Test number
    863446600319
    • NoteFront screen chiped
    • NoteMovement in both front wish bone inner bushes
    • NoteMovement in both rear trailing arm bushes
    • NoteO/s/f wheel arch corroded

  24. Fail103,355 miles (+8,092)2 dangerous1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,355 miles
    Test number
    324786100379
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteFront screen chiped
    • NoteFront wipers worn
    • NoteMovement in both front wish bone inner bushes
    • NoteMovement in both rear trailing arm bushes
    • NoteO/s/f wheel arch corroded

  25. Pass95,263 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    95,263 miles
    Test number
    110906799240
    • NoteO/s/f wheel arch slightly corroded

  26. Fail95,263 miles (+9,457)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,263 miles
    Test number
    363716099284
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteO/s/f wheel arch slightly corroded

  27. Pass85,806 miles (+5,986)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    85,806 miles
    Test number
    700786908342

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass79,820 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    79,820 miles
    Test number
    312347497299
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteKey not opening or closing vehicle
    • NoteOil leak gearbox

  29. Fail79,820 miles (+8,163)8 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,820 miles
    Test number
    380182697457
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteKey not opening or closing vehicle
    • NoteOil leak gearbox

  30. Pass71,657 miles (+14)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    71,657 miles
    Test number
    970424876128
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  31. Fail71,643 miles4 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,643 miles
    Test number
    213153076141
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteFront lower bumper and undershields damaged

Questions about S115 SKL

Does S115 SKL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S115 SKL expired on 12 Jan 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S115 SKL?
The MOT on S115 SKL expired on 12 Jan 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S115 SKL done?
S115 SKL was recorded at 188,310 miles at its MOT on 3 Jan 2024, an average of 6,654 miles a year.
Has S115 SKL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S115 SKL has failed 14 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on S115 SKL 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 S115 SKL find?
S115 SKL failed its latest MOT on 3 Jan 2024 with 2 major defects and 1 advisory: nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill; offside front position lamp not working; nearside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil.

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