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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2003 · 1,896 cc

S23 BLSMOT history

S23 BLS is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 23 Aug 2003. Its MOT is valid until 9 Feb 2027 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 228,289 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Feb 2026.

S23 BLS black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 9 Feb 2027
Mileage
228,289 mi
At MOT on 10 Feb 2026
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
11,138 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S23 BLS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
23 Aug 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S23 BLS was last recorded at 228,289 miles on 10 Feb 2026, 27,248 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
201,041 miles · 18 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
27,248 miles
Average per year
11,138 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 228,289 miles
  • 2025 – 201,041 miles
  • 2023 – 177,175 miles
  • 2022 – 154,475 miles
  • 2021 – 137,625 miles
  • 2020 – 126,143 miles
  • 2019 – 113,637 miles
  • 2018 – 102,796 miles
  • 2017 – 99,172 miles
  • 2016 – 80,719 miles
  • 2015 – 65,038 miles
  • 2014 – 62,960 miles
  • 2013 – 51,910 miles
  • 2012 – 43,627 miles
  • 2011 – 34,221 miles
  • 2010 – 26,027 miles
  • 2009 – 22,663 miles
  • 2008 – 18,447 miles
  • 2007 – 14,599 miles
  • 2006 – 11,298 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass228,289 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases on flexi

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Parking brake has alot of travel

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

28 tests since 18 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass228,289 miles (+27,248)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    228,289 miles
    Test number
    504558329081
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass201,041 miles (+23,866)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    201,041 miles
    Test number
    856188273642

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass177,175 miles (+22,700)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    177,175 miles
    Test number
    941698898503
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  4. Pass154,475 miles (+16,850)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    154,475 miles
    Test number
    120217921108
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass137,625 miles (+11,482)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    137,625 miles
    Test number
    939439703443
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass126,143 miles (+142)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    126,143 miles
    Test number
    868427304895
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases on flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryParking brake has alot of travel

  7. Fail126,001 miles (+12,364)2 dangerous2 major1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,001 miles
    Test number
    112245601974
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases on flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryParking brake has alot of travel

  8. Pass113,637 miles (+10,841)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    113,637 miles
    Test number
    891379408461
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexible (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass102,796 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    102,796 miles
    Test number
    483279424454
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  10. Fail102,796 miles (+3,624)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,796 miles
    Test number
    323415857257
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  11. Pass99,172 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    99,172 miles
    Test number
    966769760567

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail99,165 miles (+6,038)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,165 miles
    Test number
    572762674105
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases unable to record true emission`s result`s (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  13. Pass93,127 miles (+12,408)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    93,127 miles
    Test number
    851561324920
    • AdvisoryRear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

  14. Pass80,719 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    80,719 miles
    Test number
    957278027733
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement inner (2.4.G.2)

  15. Fail80,719 miles (+15,681)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,719 miles
    Test number
    215604725921
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement inner (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass65,038 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    65,038 miles
    Test number
    246781345088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail65,038 miles (+2,078)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,038 miles
    Test number
    625511245045
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system component inappropriately repaired (3.4.4)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

  18. Pass62,960 miles (+11,050)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    62,960 miles
    Test number
    215326454293
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  19. Pass51,910 miles (+8,283)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    51,910 miles
    Test number
    225473173228
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass43,627 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    43,627 miles
    Test number
    455395372270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail43,627 miles (+9,406)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,627 miles
    Test number
    477205872279
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  22. Pass34,221 miles (+8,194)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    34,221 miles
    Test number
    159693461262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass26,027 miles (+3,364)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    26,027 miles
    Test number
    433129940243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass22,663 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    22,663 miles
    Test number
    261186539252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail22,663 miles (+4,216)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,663 miles
    Test number
    364066639405
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  26. Pass18,447 miles (+3,848)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    18,447 miles
    Test number
    102933438274
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass14,599 miles (+3,301)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    14,599 miles
    Test number
    383213437206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass11,298 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    11,298 miles
    Test number
    182140436267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S23 BLS

Does S23 BLS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S23 BLS is valid until 9 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on S23 BLS?
The MOT on S23 BLS is valid until 9 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S23 BLS done?
S23 BLS was recorded at 228,289 miles at its MOT on 10 Feb 2026, an average of 11,138 miles a year.
Has S23 BLS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S23 BLS has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Nov 2020.
Has the mileage on S23 BLS 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 S23 BLS find?
S23 BLS passed its latest MOT on 10 Feb 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 1 more.

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