
Volkswagen Golf
Silver · Petrol · 1998 · 1,400 cc
S119 BCGMOT history
S119 BCG is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 21 Dec 1998. Its MOT expired on 16 Apr 2026 and it has passed 19 of 35 MOT tests, with 116,376 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Apr 2026.

- MOT
- Expired
- On 16 Apr 2026
- Mileage
- 116,376 mi
- At MOT on 23 Apr 2026
- MOT tests
- 35
- 19 passed · 16 failed
- Per year
- 3,219 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- S119 BCG
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- Volkswagen
- Model
- Golf
- Colour
- Silver
- Fuel type
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 1,400 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 1998
- First used
- 21 Dec 1998
- MOT status
- MOT expired on 16 Apr 2026
- Latest MOT test
- 23 Apr 2026 (Fail)
Mileage history
S119 BCG was last recorded at 116,376 miles on 23 Apr 2026, 6,667 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Apr 2025.
- Previous MOT
- 109,709 miles · 17 Apr 2025
- Between the last two tests
- 6,667 miles
- Average per year
- 3,219 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 116,376 miles
- 2025 – 109,709 miles
- 2024 – 109,528 miles
- 2023 – 106,197 miles
- 2022 – 102,912 miles
- 2021 – 100,091 miles
- 2020 – 96,044 miles
- 2019 – 90,636 miles
- 2018 – 86,661 miles
- 2017 – 81,982 miles
- 2016 – 77,908 miles
- 2015 – 76,549 miles
- 2014 – 75,472 miles
- 2013 – 73,577 miles
- 2012 – 71,635 miles
- 2011 – 68,877 miles
- 2010 – 67,085 miles
- 2009 – 63,042 miles
- 2008 – 59,257 miles
- 2007 – 55,985 miles
- 2006 – 51,896 miles
What the latest MOT found
- MajorNearside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
- AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2021
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.
Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits
Major5 MOTs, 2021–2024
Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits
Major5 MOTs, 2021–2024
Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits
Major5 MOTs, 2021–2024
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2011
Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits
Major3 MOTs, 2020–2024
Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024
Full MOT history
35 tests since 11 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Fail116,376 miles (+6,667)2 major10 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 116,376 miles
- Test number
- 196471395256
- MajorNearside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass109,709 miles5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 16 Apr 2026
- Odometer
- 109,709 miles
- Test number
- 420596012454
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Axle bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Axle bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel hard to turn by hand, Binding slightly
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Fail109,708 miles (+180)2 dangerous1 major5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 109,708 miles
- Test number
- 469058085768
- DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Inner side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Inner side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Axle bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Axle bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel hard to turn by hand, Binding slightly
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Fail109,528 miles (+246)5 major
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 109,528 miles
- Test number
- 816429789198
- MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
- MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
- MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
- MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
- MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
Fail109,282 miles (+3,085)6 major6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 109,282 miles
- Test number
- 356932602635
- MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
- MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
- MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
- MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
- MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Pass106,197 miles (+12)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 24 Oct 2024
- Odometer
- 106,197 miles
- Test number
- 644437996206
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
Fail106,185 miles (+3,273)2 major2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 106,185 miles
- Test number
- 991474757562
- MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
- MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
Pass102,912 miles (+24)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 23 Oct 2023
- Odometer
- 102,912 miles
- Test number
- 916254294525
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Fail102,888 miles (+2,797)3 major2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 102,888 miles
- Test number
- 547591605613
- MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
- MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
- MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass100,091 miles (+11)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 23 Oct 2022
- Odometer
- 100,091 miles
- Test number
- 471021690738
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Fail100,080 miles (+24)3 major3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 100,080 miles
- Test number
- 357398797954
- MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
- MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
- MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Fail100,056 miles (+4,012)7 major5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 100,056 miles
- Test number
- 316743911636
- MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
- MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
- MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
- MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
- MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
- MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing not checked
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass96,044 miles5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 23 Oct 2021
- Odometer
- 96,044 miles
- Test number
- 949903622994
- AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both front flexi hoses (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to caliper (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front arms rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Fail96,038 miles (+5,402)3 major5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 96,038 miles
- Test number
- 466911745245
- MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
- MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
- MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
- AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both front flexi hoses (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to caliper (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front arms rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Pass90,636 miles4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 23 Oct 2020
- Odometer
- 90,636 miles
- Test number
- 151954055779
- AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material in clip across axle (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Fail90,636 miles (+3,975)1 repaired4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 90,636 miles
- Test number
- 309593491937
- Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material in clip across axle (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass86,661 miles (+4,679)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 23 Apr 2019
- Odometer
- 86,661 miles
- Test number
- 209791018021
- AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases sleave (7.1.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded in clip on rear axle (3.6.B.2c)
Pass81,982 miles3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 23 Apr 2018
- Odometer
- 81,982 miles
- Test number
- 450166304058
- AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases clamp / sleeve (7.1.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded in clip on axle (3.6.B.2c)
Fail81,978 miles (+4,070)3 failures3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 81,978 miles
- Test number
- 835665494383
- FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
- FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
- FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
- AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases clamp / sleeve (7.1.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded in clip on axle (3.6.B.2c)
Pass77,908 miles (+1,359)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 23 Apr 2017
- Odometer
- 77,908 miles
- Test number
- 450906246781
- AdvisoryNearside drive shaft seal damp
Pass76,549 miles (+3)1 note
- MOT expiry
- 23 Apr 2016
- Odometer
- 76,549 miles
- Test number
- 605284815197
- NoteSigns of oil leak from nearside front driveshaft gearbox seal
Fail76,546 miles (+1,074)1 failure2 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 76,546 miles
- Test number
- 219043615483
- FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
- NoteOffside rear brake signs of binding
- NoteSigns of oil leak from nearside front driveshaft gearbox seal
Pass75,472 miles (+1,895)
- MOT expiry
- 23 Apr 2015
- Odometer
- 75,472 miles
- Test number
- 885584814137
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass73,577 miles (+1,942)2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 23 Apr 2014
- Odometer
- 73,577 miles
- Test number
- 617922513114
- NoteExhaust at rear corroded.
- NoteFront tyres getting low on tread.
Fail71,635 miles1 repaired1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 71,635 miles
- Test number
- 717759602158
- Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- NoteBoth rear tyres started to perish at walls.
Pass71,635 miles (+2,758)1 note
- MOT expiry
- 23 Apr 2013
- Odometer
- 71,635 miles
- Test number
- 737509102189
- NoteBoth rear tyres started to perish at walls.
Pass68,877 miles (+19)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 23 Apr 2012
- Odometer
- 68,877 miles
- Test number
- 959004901157
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Fail68,858 miles (+1,773)3 failures1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 68,858 miles
- Test number
- 707163201151
- FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- FailureCentre Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
- FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Pass67,085 miles (+9)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 23 Apr 2011
- Odometer
- 67,085 miles
- Test number
- 592734500179
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Fail67,076 miles (+4,034)3 failures1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 67,076 miles
- Test number
- 473123400190
- FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- FailureCentre Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
- FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Pass63,042 miles (+63)1 note
- MOT expiry
- 23 Apr 2010
- Odometer
- 63,042 miles
- Test number
- 520864409174
- NoteOffside rear tyre sidewall cracking
Fail62,979 miles (+3,722)1 failure1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 62,979 miles
- Test number
- 320859399020
- FailureOffside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)
- NoteOffside rear tyre sidewall cracking
Pass59,257 miles (+3,272)1 advisory2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 23 Apr 2009
- Odometer
- 59,257 miles
- Test number
- 254349498011
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- NoteOil leak
- NoteCannot fully see inner brake pads fully with wheels on
Pass55,985 miles (+4,089)
- MOT expiry
- 23 Apr 2008
- Odometer
- 55,985 miles
- Test number
- 141949107150
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass51,896 miles
- MOT expiry
- 23 Apr 2007
- Odometer
- 51,896 miles
- Test number
- 501521806181
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about S119 BCG
- Does S119 BCG currently have a valid MOT?
- No. The MOT on S119 BCG expired on 16 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
- When is the MOT due on S119 BCG?
- The MOT on S119 BCG expired on 16 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
- What mileage has S119 BCG done?
- S119 BCG was recorded at 116,376 miles at its MOT on 23 Apr 2026, an average of 3,219 miles a year.
- Has S119 BCG ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. S119 BCG has failed 16 of its 35 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Apr 2026.
- Has the mileage on S119 BCG 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 S119 BCG find?
- S119 BCG failed its latest MOT on 23 Apr 2026 with 2 major defects and 10 advisories: nearside front outer suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill; offside front outer suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill; nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated, and 9 more.
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