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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Diesel · 2006 · 1,896 cc

S23 TJGMOT history

S23 TJG is a blue diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 9 Feb 2006. Its MOT expired on 27 Jan 2024 and it has passed 15 of 27 MOT tests, with 169,771 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Jan 2023.

S23 TJG blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 27 Jan 2024
Mileage
169,771 mi
At MOT on 28 Jan 2023
MOT tests
27
15 passed · 12 failed
Per year
10,387 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S23 TJG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
9 Feb 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Jan 2024
Latest MOT test
28 Jan 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

S23 TJG was last recorded at 169,771 miles on 28 Jan 2023, 12,745 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Jan 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
157,026 miles · 15 Jan 2022
Between the last two tests
12,745 miles
Average per year
10,387 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 169,771 miles
  • 2022 – 157,026 miles
  • 2021 – 150,125 miles
  • 2020 – 150,107 miles
  • 2019 – 139,632 miles
  • 2018 – 123,964 miles
  • 2017 – 106,441 miles
  • 2016 – 94,509 miles
  • 2015 – 83,919 miles
  • 2014 – 70,443 miles
  • 2013 – 61,504 miles
  • 2012 – 51,051 miles
  • 2011 – 42,903 miles
  • 2010 – 34,528 miles
  • 2009 – 26,432 miles
  • 2008 – 23,117 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass169,771 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear subframe corroded

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear lamp unit plastic cover damaged.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

27 tests since 15 Dec 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass169,771 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    169,771 miles
    Test number
    199295284814
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear subframe corroded

  2. Fail169,771 miles (+12,745)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,771 miles
    Test number
    541526344527
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear subframe corroded

  3. Pass157,026 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    157,026 miles
    Test number
    104376519107
    • MinorOffside Front Outer 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))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both tyres and nsr (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNsr stop lamp lens slight damage
    • AdvisoryOsf position lamp have low output
    • AdvisoryOsr stop lamp slight loose

  4. Fail157,026 miles (+6,901)2 repaired1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,026 miles
    Test number
    480390844718
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer 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))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both tyres and nsr (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNsr stop lamp lens slight damage
    • AdvisoryOsf position lamp have low output
    • AdvisoryOsr stop lamp slight loose

  5. Pass150,125 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    150,125 miles
    Test number
    392459971991
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear lamp unit plastic cover damaged.
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  6. Fail150,123 miles (+16)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,123 miles
    Test number
    108590916524
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryM.I.L warning lamp on.
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear lamp unit plastic cover damaged.
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  7. Fail150,107 miles (+2)7 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,107 miles
    Test number
    484628556824
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryEml light on

  8. Fail150,105 miles (+10,473)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,105 miles
    Test number
    419142897814
    • MajorNearside Direction indicator light intensity significantly reduced Side Repeater (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryEngine MIL indicating a malfunction
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass139,632 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    139,632 miles
    Test number
    255196589459
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail139,632 miles (+15,668)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,632 miles
    Test number
    640181136183
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury Wheel arch (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass123,964 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    123,964 miles
    Test number
    853304553679

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail123,964 miles (+17,523)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,964 miles
    Test number
    481906737056
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass106,441 miles (+11,932)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    106,441 miles
    Test number
    424759001624
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass94,509 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    94,509 miles
    Test number
    997017647303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail94,509 miles (+10,590)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,509 miles
    Test number
    449162331470
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake slight binding.
    • AdvisoryOil filler cap missing prior to test, temporary cap fitted.

  16. Pass83,919 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    83,919 miles
    Test number
    782194438316

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail83,919 miles (+13,476)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,919 miles
    Test number
    697392865588
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOSF tyre deteriorating.

  18. Pass70,443 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    70,443 miles
    Test number
    268023054341

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail70,443 miles (+8,939)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,443 miles
    Test number
    539453454310
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass61,504 miles (+103)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    61,504 miles
    Test number
    315845053330
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  21. Fail61,401 miles (+10,350)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,401 miles
    Test number
    288118243304
    • FailureOffside Front 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 Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteBulb warning light on dash.

  22. Pass51,051 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    51,051 miles
    Test number
    618506522311
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Fail51,050 miles (+8,147)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,050 miles
    Test number
    825586522335
    • FailureBrake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass42,903 miles (+8,375)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    42,903 miles
    Test number
    198568241330
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  25. Pass34,528 miles (+8,096)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    34,528 miles
    Test number
    233200040303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass26,432 miles (+3,315)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    26,432 miles
    Test number
    224681339356

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass23,117 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    23,117 miles
    Test number
    500710358344
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about S23 TJG

Does S23 TJG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S23 TJG expired on 27 Jan 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S23 TJG?
The MOT on S23 TJG expired on 27 Jan 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S23 TJG done?
S23 TJG was recorded at 169,771 miles at its MOT on 28 Jan 2023, an average of 10,387 miles a year.
Has S23 TJG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S23 TJG has failed 12 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on S23 TJG 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 TJG find?
S23 TJG passed its latest MOT on 28 Jan 2023 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside front windscreen wiper blade defective; offside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil; rear subframe corroded.

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