Volkswagen logo

Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 2002 · 1,781 cc

S25 WBSMOT history

S25 WBS is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 23 May 2002. Its MOT is valid until 9 Feb 2027 and it has passed 22 of 28 MOT tests, with 178,566 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jan 2026.

S25 WBS black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Golf, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 9 Feb 2027
Mileage
178,566 mi
At MOT on 30 Jan 2026
MOT tests
28
22 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,997 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for S25 WBS in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
S25 WBS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
23 May 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S25 WBS was last recorded at 178,566 miles on 30 Jan 2026, 6,075 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
172,491 miles · 9 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
6,075 miles
Average per year
6,997 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 178,566 miles
  • 2025 – 172,491 miles
  • 2024 – 165,840 miles
  • 2023 – 155,764 miles
  • 2022 – 151,211 miles
  • 2020 – 148,569 miles
  • 2019 – 141,252 miles
  • 2018 – 138,869 miles
  • 2017 – 131,533 miles
  • 2016 – 128,447 miles
  • 2015 – 127,007 miles
  • 2014 – 120,298 miles
  • 2013 – 114,967 miles
  • 2012 – 105,667 miles
  • 2011 – 98,936 miles
  • 2010 – 89,411 miles
  • 2009 – 76,292 miles
  • 2008 – 65,406 miles
  • 2007 – 55,570 miles
  • 2006 – 49,453 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass178,566 miles
  • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (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.

  • Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2019

  • Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008–2010

  • Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008–2010

Full MOT history

28 tests since 20 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass178,566 miles (+6,075)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    178,566 miles
    Test number
    657072522415
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

  2. Pass172,491 miles (+6,651)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    172,491 miles
    Test number
    486553022582

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass165,840 miles (+10,076)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    165,840 miles
    Test number
    318350630414

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass155,764 miles (+4,553)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    155,764 miles
    Test number
    837388774469
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ALL 4 TYRES (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass151,211 miles (+18)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    151,211 miles
    Test number
    893699416885
    • MinorOffside 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))

  6. Fail151,193 miles (+2,624)4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,193 miles
    Test number
    295519001862
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorOffside 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))

  7. Pass148,569 miles (+7,317)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    148,569 miles
    Test number
    999183366617
    • MinorOffside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  8. Pass141,252 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    141,252 miles
    Test number
    340596123603
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D Bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D Bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Fail141,252 miles (+2,383)2 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,252 miles
    Test number
    914920985982
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D Bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D Bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass138,869 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2019
    Odometer
    138,869 miles
    Test number
    300216442440
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • 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)

  11. Fail138,869 miles (+7,336)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,869 miles
    Test number
    616797604583
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • 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)

  12. Pass131,533 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2018
    Odometer
    131,533 miles
    Test number
    371994286937
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  13. Fail131,533 miles (+3,086)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,533 miles
    Test number
    523817828952
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  14. Pass128,447 miles (+1,440)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2017
    Odometer
    128,447 miles
    Test number
    419006871778
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  15. Pass127,007 miles (+6,709)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2016
    Odometer
    127,007 miles
    Test number
    989108225158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass120,298 miles (+5,331)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2015
    Odometer
    120,298 miles
    Test number
    326942124175
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass114,967 miles (+9,300)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2014
    Odometer
    114,967 miles
    Test number
    347468323127
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Pass105,667 miles (+6,731)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2013
    Odometer
    105,667 miles
    Test number
    349892822195
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass98,936 miles (+9,525)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2012
    Odometer
    98,936 miles
    Test number
    849999721125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass89,411 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2011
    Odometer
    89,411 miles
    Test number
    243995620154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail89,411 miles (+13,119)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,411 miles
    Test number
    554445720156
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass76,292 miles (+10,886)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2010
    Odometer
    76,292 miles
    Test number
    252261529457

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass65,406 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2009
    Odometer
    65,406 miles
    Test number
    340281528179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail65,406 miles (+9,836)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,406 miles
    Test number
    623621328144
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass55,570 miles (+6,117)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2008
    Odometer
    55,570 miles
    Test number
    572889527173
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not in a clean condition but function not impaired (1.1.4a)

  26. Pass49,453 miles (+9,290)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    49,453 miles
    Test number
    310957356263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass40,163 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2007
    Odometer
    40,163 miles
    Test number
    470268826120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass40,160 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    40,160 miles
    Test number
    290270016173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S25 WBS

Does S25 WBS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S25 WBS is valid until 9 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on S25 WBS?
The MOT on S25 WBS 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 S25 WBS done?
S25 WBS was recorded at 178,566 miles at its MOT on 30 Jan 2026, an average of 6,997 miles a year.
Has S25 WBS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S25 WBS has failed 6 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on S25 WBS 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 S25 WBS find?
S25 WBS passed its latest MOT on 30 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside rear axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn, and 2 more.

Related registrations

Browse all S25W registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.