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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,781 cc

S17 NKCMOT history

S17 NKC is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 23 Nov 2001. Its MOT is valid until 8 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 162,649 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Apr 2026.

S17 NKC silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 8 Apr 2027
Mileage
162,649 mi
At MOT on 2 Apr 2026
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,759 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S17 NKC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
23 Nov 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S17 NKC was last recorded at 162,649 miles on 2 Apr 2026, 11,098 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
151,551 miles · 8 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
11,098 miles
Average per year
4,759 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 162,649 miles
  • 2025 – 151,551 miles
  • 2024 – 144,997 miles
  • 2023 – 144,365 miles
  • 2022 – 140,534 miles
  • 2021 – 135,850 miles
  • 2020 – 132,361 miles
  • 2019 – 127,996 miles
  • 2018 – 125,303 miles
  • 2017 – 122,828 miles
  • 2016 – 119,141 miles
  • 2015 – 115,775 miles
  • 2014 – 112,584 miles
  • 2013 – 108,840 miles
  • 2012 – 106,452 miles
  • 2011 – 102,248 miles
  • 2010 – 95,054 miles
  • 2009 – 86,669 miles
  • 2008 – 79,557 miles
  • 2007 – 72,007 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass162,649 miles
  • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive power steering leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryMinor exhaust leak

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.

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Fuel filter corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

26 tests since 16 Mar 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass162,649 miles (+11,098)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    162,649 miles
    Test number
    228336583929
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive power steering leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryMinor exhaust leak

  2. Pass151,551 miles (+6,554)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    151,551 miles
    Test number
    427148877200
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryErxhaust box rusty
    • AdvisorySuspension compontes rusty

  3. Pass144,997 miles (+632)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    144,997 miles
    Test number
    215588953839

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass144,365 miles2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    144,365 miles
    Test number
    944464731400
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt small end split but preventing ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush in poor condition (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inside edge wearing low (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear axle mounting bracket corroded rear beam corroded too
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel filter corroded

  5. Fail144,365 miles (+3,831)1 dangerous2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,365 miles
    Test number
    655261283372
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt small end split but preventing ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush in poor condition (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inside edge wearing low (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear axle mounting bracket corroded rear beam corroded too
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel filter corroded

  6. Pass140,534 miles2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    140,534 miles
    Test number
    202612228843
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt split around little end not secure but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush in very poor condition (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both badly corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel filter corroded

  7. Fail140,533 miles (+4,683)1 dangerous6 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,533 miles
    Test number
    650819333921
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases sleeve blowing (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt split around little end not secure but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush in very poor condition (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both badly corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel filter corroded

  8. Pass135,850 miles (+3,489)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    135,850 miles
    Test number
    699910147237
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front 'D' bushes have slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened disc surfaces corroded, good disc thickness remaining - met efficiency requirements (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded - no blows

  9. Pass132,361 miles (+4,365)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    132,361 miles
    Test number
    570366775246
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened disc surfaces poor - pads ok (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system getting rusty - no blows

  10. Pass127,996 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    127,996 miles
    Test number
    787085587669
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  11. Fail127,991 miles (+2,688)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,991 miles
    Test number
    193436383662
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened & wishbones (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  12. Pass125,303 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    125,303 miles
    Test number
    704433578988
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner surface (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner surface (3.5.1i)

  13. Fail125,303 miles (+2,475)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,303 miles
    Test number
    652763530117
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner surface (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner surface (3.5.1i)

  14. Pass122,828 miles (+3,687)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    122,828 miles
    Test number
    736791827787
    • AdvisoryFront Tyres worn uneven & low
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides inner surface (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  15. Pass119,141 miles (+3,366)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    119,141 miles
    Test number
    683106955258
    • AdvisoryInner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Borth front brake discs (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass115,775 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    115,775 miles
    Test number
    476899775086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail115,775 miles (+3,191)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,775 miles
    Test number
    845019075014
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  18. Pass112,584 miles (+3,744)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    112,584 miles
    Test number
    596203084061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass108,840 miles (+2,388)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    108,840 miles
    Test number
    916894573011
    • NoteSLIGHT MOVEMENT IN N/S STEERING RACK END CUP JOINT

  20. Pass106,452 miles (+4,204)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    106,452 miles
    Test number
    715674372008
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NotePlay in steering rack n/s knuckle

  21. Pass102,248 miles (+7,194)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    102,248 miles
    Test number
    948776171082
    • NoteSLIGHT MOVEMENT IN N/S STEERING RACK CUP JOINT

  22. Pass95,054 miles (+8,385)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    95,054 miles
    Test number
    804726670017
    • NoteSLIGHT MOVEMENT IN N/S STEERING RACK END CUP JOINT

  23. Fail86,669 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,669 miles
    Test number
    174689469015
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  24. Pass86,669 miles (+7,112)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    86,669 miles
    Test number
    780479969056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass79,557 miles (+7,550)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    79,557 miles
    Test number
    583629378009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass72,007 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    72,007 miles
    Test number
    404385777038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S17 NKC

Does S17 NKC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S17 NKC is valid until 8 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on S17 NKC?
The MOT on S17 NKC is valid until 8 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S17 NKC done?
S17 NKC was recorded at 162,649 miles at its MOT on 2 Apr 2026, an average of 4,759 miles a year.
Has S17 NKC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S17 NKC has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on S17 NKC 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 S17 NKC find?
S17 NKC passed its latest MOT on 2 Apr 2026 with 4 advisories: hydraulic leak, but not excessive power steering leak; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear, and 1 more.

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