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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2006 · 1,968 cc

S20 NRNMOT history

S20 NRN is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 8 Sept 2006. Its MOT expired on 23 Feb 2026 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 152,138 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Feb 2025.

S20 NRN black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 23 Feb 2026
Mileage
152,138 mi
At MOT on 24 Feb 2025
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
7,365 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S20 NRN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
8 Sept 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Feb 2026
Latest MOT test
24 Feb 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S20 NRN was last recorded at 152,138 miles on 24 Feb 2025, 9,475 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Feb 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
142,663 miles · 20 Feb 2024
Between the last two tests
9,475 miles
Average per year
7,365 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 152,138 miles
  • 2024 – 142,663 miles
  • 2023 – 138,605 miles
  • 2022 – 129,909 miles
  • 2021 – 125,942 miles
  • 2020 – 121,570 miles
  • 2019 – 115,873 miles
  • 2018 – 112,439 miles
  • 2017 – 107,606 miles
  • 2016 – 103,079 miles
  • 2015 – 96,467 miles
  • 2014 – 90,831 miles
  • 2013 – 86,101 miles
  • 2012 – 81,311 miles
  • 2011 – 69,049 miles
  • 2010 – 51,765 miles
  • 2009 – 35,594 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass152,138 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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.

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2018

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2016

Full MOT history

25 tests since 29 Apr 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass152,138 miles (+9,475)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    152,138 miles
    Test number
    758756680497
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass142,663 miles (+340)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    142,663 miles
    Test number
    851209028715
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Fail142,323 miles (+3,718)13 major3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,323 miles
    Test number
    523340011843
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner and outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake lever has restricted free movement parking brake calliper lever (1.1.15 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Electrical wiring insecure headlamp wiring (4.11 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Electrical wiring insecure headlamp wiring (4.11 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated outer leaking lubricant (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted outer bead area (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake pad fitted incorrectly
    • AdvisoryWheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch slightly

  4. Pass138,605 miles (+8,696)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    138,605 miles
    Test number
    345993136793
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced below door (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass129,909 miles (+3,967)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    129,909 miles
    Test number
    689876487616
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output BOTH (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  6. Pass125,942 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    125,942 miles
    Test number
    894691171356

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail125,940 miles (+4,370)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,940 miles
    Test number
    392655963631
    • MajorCentral Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle 43% (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass121,570 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    121,570 miles
    Test number
    103888701413
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Fail121,570 miles (+5,697)3 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,570 miles
    Test number
    377133669564
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both front (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  10. Pass115,873 miles (+3,434)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    115,873 miles
    Test number
    158349280570
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamp lenses slightly deteriorated

  11. Pass112,439 miles (+4,833)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    112,439 miles
    Test number
    611226510473
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass107,606 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    107,606 miles
    Test number
    868304328815
    • AdvisoryAdvise n/s/r tyre perished

  13. Fail107,601 miles (+4,522)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,601 miles
    Test number
    519386510327
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryAdvise n/s/r tyre perished

  14. Pass103,079 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    103,079 miles
    Test number
    636427408228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail103,078 miles (+6,611)2 dangerous1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,078 miles
    Test number
    423389327436
    • DangerousNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • DangerousOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear brake discs showing slight signs of excessive heat (3.5.1i)

  16. Fail96,467 miles2 repaired2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,467 miles
    Test number
    156671255019
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth rear tyres starting to perish inbetween tread

  17. Pass96,467 miles (+5,636)2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    96,467 miles
    Test number
    956781455093
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth rear tyres starting to perish inbetween tread

  18. Pass90,831 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    90,831 miles
    Test number
    786564344016
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Fail90,831 miles (+4,730)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,831 miles
    Test number
    189104744093
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass86,101 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    86,101 miles
    Test number
    865129753040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail86,100 miles (+4,789)1 failure2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,100 miles
    Test number
    387254953051
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  22. Pass81,311 miles (+12,262)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    81,311 miles
    Test number
    357225312172
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  23. Pass69,049 miles (+17,284)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    69,049 miles
    Test number
    325427511125
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  24. Pass51,765 miles (+16,171)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    51,765 miles
    Test number
    720469600112
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass35,594 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    35,594 miles
    Test number
    581419719108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S20 NRN

Does S20 NRN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S20 NRN expired on 23 Feb 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S20 NRN?
The MOT on S20 NRN expired on 23 Feb 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S20 NRN done?
S20 NRN was recorded at 152,138 miles at its MOT on 24 Feb 2025, an average of 7,365 miles a year.
Has S20 NRN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S20 NRN has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on S20 NRN 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 S20 NRN find?
S20 NRN passed its latest MOT on 24 Feb 2025 with 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: nearside front upper anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both, and 2 more.

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