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Volkswagen Golf

Grey · Diesel · 2012 · 1,968 cc

S17 SUBMOT history

S17 SUB is a grey diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 27 Mar 2012. Its MOT is valid until 22 Jun 2027 and it has passed 12 of 18 MOT tests, with 83,697 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jun 2026.

S17 SUB grey Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 22 Jun 2027
Mileage
83,697 mi
At MOT on 16 Jun 2026
MOT tests
18
12 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,633 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S17 SUB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
27 Mar 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S17 SUB was last recorded at 83,697 miles on 16 Jun 2026, 30 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
83,667 miles · 11 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
30 miles
Average per year
5,633 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 83,697 miles
  • 2025 – 81,438 miles
  • 2024 – 79,690 miles
  • 2023 – 77,427 miles
  • 2022 – 75,105 miles
  • 2021 – 72,590 miles
  • 2020 – 70,691 miles
  • 2019 – 67,464 miles
  • 2018 – 58,326 miles
  • 2017 – 49,107 miles
  • 2016 – 39,608 miles
  • 2015 – 20,770 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass83,697 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (both front)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (both rear lower short trailing arms corroded)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both front hoses

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both rear lower trailing arms corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Exhaust mounting defective front hanger

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

18 tests since 15 Apr 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass83,697 miles (+30)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    83,697 miles
    Test number
    974519036156
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail83,667 miles (+2,229)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,667 miles
    Test number
    721073060824
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass81,438 miles (+23)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    81,438 miles
    Test number
    597820276501
    • AdvisoryMacpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (both front) (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (both rear lower short trailing arms corroded) (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail81,415 miles (+1,725)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,415 miles
    Test number
    971617959545
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (both front) (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryMacpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (both front) (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (both front lower arms corroded) (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (both rear lower short trailing arms corroded) (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass79,690 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    79,690 miles
    Test number
    592661215043
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All. (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened Around spring cup. (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail79,689 miles (+2,262)2 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,689 miles
    Test number
    470430234609
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All. (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened Around spring cup. (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass77,427 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    77,427 miles
    Test number
    618721152450
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both front hoses (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both rear lower trailing arms corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Fail77,427 miles (+2,322)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,427 miles
    Test number
    788589008412
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened heavily corroded and holed (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both front hoses (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened heavily corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both rear lower trailing arms corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass75,105 miles (+5)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    75,105 miles
    Test number
    155227754491
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective front hanger (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement plat form arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement plat form arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Fail75,100 miles (+2,510)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,100 miles
    Test number
    473831977184
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating discs and pads (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective front hanger (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement plat form arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement plat form arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass72,590 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    72,590 miles
    Test number
    577876530664

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail72,586 miles (+1,895)2 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,586 miles
    Test number
    563263411023
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  13. Pass70,691 miles (+3,227)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    70,691 miles
    Test number
    221368634337
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass67,464 miles (+9,138)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    67,464 miles
    Test number
    979233018460
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  15. Pass58,326 miles (+9,219)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    58,326 miles
    Test number
    201808053849

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass49,107 miles (+9,499)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    49,107 miles
    Test number
    982301586628

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass39,608 miles (+18,838)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    39,608 miles
    Test number
    397185306015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass20,770 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    20,770 miles
    Test number
    657335105124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S17 SUB

Does S17 SUB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S17 SUB is valid until 22 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on S17 SUB?
The MOT on S17 SUB is valid until 22 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S17 SUB done?
S17 SUB was recorded at 83,697 miles at its MOT on 16 Jun 2026, an average of 5,633 miles a year.
Has S17 SUB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S17 SUB has failed 6 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on S17 SUB 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 SUB find?
S17 SUB passed its latest MOT on 16 Jun 2026 with 1 advisory: rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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