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Volkswagen Golf

Green · Petrol · 2001 · 1,598 cc

S16 UEJMOT history

S16 UEJ is a green petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 21 Sept 2001. Its MOT is valid until 28 Sept 2027 and it has passed 22 of 26 MOT tests, with 113,731 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

S16 UEJ green Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 28 Sept 2027
Mileage
113,731 mi
At MOT on 28 Sept 2026
MOT tests
26
22 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,602 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S16 UEJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
21 Sept 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S16 UEJ was last recorded at 113,731 miles on 28 Sept 2026, 6 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
113,725 miles · 23 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
6 miles
Average per year
4,602 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 113,731 miles
  • 2025 – 109,724 miles
  • 2024 – 106,402 miles
  • 2023 – 102,520 miles
  • 2022 – 98,891 miles
  • 2021 – 94,920 miles
  • 2020 – 91,746 miles
  • 2019 – 87,477 miles
  • 2018 – 81,523 miles
  • 2017 – 77,468 miles
  • 2016 – 72,639 miles
  • 2015 – 67,877 miles
  • 2014 – 61,379 miles
  • 2013 – 53,103 miles
  • 2012 – 46,329 miles
  • 2011 – 39,808 miles
  • 2010 – 36,414 miles
  • 2009 – 32,725 miles
  • 2008 – 28,766 miles
  • 2007 – 24,866 miles
  • 2006 – 21,011 miles
  • 2005 – 16,991 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass113,731 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective rubbers (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryGeneral front and rear suspension corrosionRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Chip in screen

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Engine cover fitted

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2026

Full MOT history

26 tests since 20 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass113,731 miles (+6)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    113,731 miles
    Test number
    111220712300
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective rubbers (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))
    • AdvisoryGeneral front and rear suspension corrosion
  2. Fail113,725 miles (+4,001)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,725 miles
    Test number
    749198024815
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective rubbers (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))
    • AdvisoryGeneral front and rear suspension corrosion
  3. Pass109,724 miles (+3,322)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    109,724 miles
    Test number
    184918981315
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin close to limits (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust rubbers splitting
  4. Pass106,402 miles (+1)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    106,402 miles
    Test number
    537875722596
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Top mount (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Top mount (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  5. Fail106,401 miles (+3,881)3 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,401 miles
    Test number
    688895109688
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • 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))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Top mount (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Top mount (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  6. Pass102,520 miles (+3,629)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    102,520 miles
    Test number
    366767251948
    • AdvisoryO/s/r brake slightly binding
  7. Pass98,891 miles (+3,971)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    98,891 miles
    Test number
    862544609112
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material some corrosion (1.1.11 (c))
  8. Pass94,920 miles (+3,174)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    94,920 miles
    Test number
    462239598567

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass91,746 miles (+4,269)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    91,746 miles
    Test number
    755734413944
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryChip in screen
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
  10. Pass87,477 miles (+5,954)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    87,477 miles
    Test number
    222112885809
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryChip in screen
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
  11. Pass81,523 miles (+4,055)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    81,523 miles
    Test number
    350139862111
    • AdvisoryRear both side coil springs some corrosion
    • AdvisoryChip in screen
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
  12. Pass77,468 miles (+32)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    77,468 miles
    Test number
    599718645004
    • AdvisoryScreen chipped man light on
  13. Fail77,436 miles (+4,797)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,436 miles
    Test number
    530735482157
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • AdvisoryScreen chipped man light on
  14. Pass72,639 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    72,639 miles
    Test number
    555712519660
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on
  15. Fail72,637 miles (+4,760)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,637 miles
    Test number
    558030596805
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust mount broken
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on
  16. Pass67,877 miles (+6,498)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    67,877 miles
    Test number
    828017385512
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
  17. Pass61,379 miles (+8,276)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    61,379 miles
    Test number
    798374854283
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteCentre Exhaust Mount deteriorated
    • NoteSmall cuts to side Offside Front Tyre sidewall
  18. Pass53,103 miles (+6,774)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    53,103 miles
    Test number
    599413563218
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn on edge
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn on edge
  19. Pass46,329 miles (+6,521)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    46,329 miles
    Test number
    579136462283
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  20. Pass39,808 miles (+3,394)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    39,808 miles
    Test number
    908791551216
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Fluid suspension unit slightly deteriorated (2.4.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
  21. Pass36,414 miles (+3,689)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    36,414 miles
    Test number
    573042150212
    • NoteFront tyres worn low
    • NoteOffside hand brake pivot not returning to its stop
    • NoteRun out on front discs
  22. Pass32,725 miles (+3,959)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    32,725 miles
    Test number
    384283359461

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass28,766 miles (+3,900)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    28,766 miles
    Test number
    460067768200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass24,866 miles (+3,855)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    24,866 miles
    Test number
    452413367270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass21,011 miles (+4,020)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    21,011 miles
    Test number
    321724966428
    • NoteN/S/R tye 3mm
  26. Pass16,991 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    16,991 miles
    Test number
    862623565267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S16 UEJ

Does S16 UEJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S16 UEJ is valid until 28 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on S16 UEJ?
The MOT on S16 UEJ is valid until 28 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S16 UEJ done?
S16 UEJ was recorded at 113,731 miles at its MOT on 28 Sept 2026, an average of 4,602 miles a year.
Has S16 UEJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S16 UEJ has failed 4 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on S16 UEJ 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 S16 UEJ find?
S16 UEJ passed its latest MOT on 28 Sept 2026 with 4 advisories: front exhaust mounting defective rubbers; nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; offside front brake hose slightly deteriorated, and 1 more.

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