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Volkswagen Golf

Grey · Diesel · 2008 · 1,968 cc

S28 EDDMOT history

S28 EDD is a grey diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 14 Aug 2008. Its MOT is valid until 8 Jan 2027 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 160,145 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Jan 2026.

S28 EDD grey Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Golf, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 8 Jan 2027
Mileage
160,145 mi
At MOT on 9 Jan 2026
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
7,111 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S28 EDD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
14 Aug 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S28 EDD was last recorded at 160,145 miles on 9 Jan 2026, 1,277 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Sept 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 25 Aug 2014: 109,472 miles, lower than 109,612 miles on 16 Aug 2014.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
158,868 miles · 17 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
1,277 miles
Average per year
7,111 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 160,145 miles
  • 2024 – 158,868 miles
  • 2023 – 155,469 miles
  • 2022 – 154,181 miles
  • 2021 – 150,405 miles
  • 2020 – 142,336 miles
  • 2019 – 140,244 miles
  • 2018 – 132,420 miles
  • 2017 – 127,515 miles
  • 2016 – 119,997 miles
  • 2015 – 114,601 miles
  • 2014 – 109,472 miles
  • 2013 – 99,266 miles
  • 2012 – 78,123 miles
  • 2011 – 57,369 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass160,145 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Crossmember (6.1.1 (c) (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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

22 tests since 28 Jul 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass160,145 miles (+1,277)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    160,145 miles
    Test number
    812888970926
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Crossmember (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  2. Pass158,868 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    158,868 miles
    Test number
    767630405455
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security front to rear sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security front to rear sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  3. Fail158,868 miles (+3,399)2 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,868 miles
    Test number
    351966775223
    • Repaired at testFuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security front to rear sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security front to rear sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  4. Pass155,469 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    155,469 miles
    Test number
    644949401788

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail155,469 miles (+1,288)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,469 miles
    Test number
    719751986867
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working sidelight (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
  6. Pass154,181 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    154,181 miles
    Test number
    306489534385

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail154,181 miles (+3,776)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,181 miles
    Test number
    487763287273
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate insecure (0.1 (a))
  8. Pass150,405 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    150,405 miles
    Test number
    433768159725

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail150,405 miles (+8,069)1 dangerous1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,405 miles
    Test number
    904091448926
    • DangerousOffside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper cracked and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))
  10. Pass142,336 miles (+2,092)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    142,336 miles
    Test number
    671801532616

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass140,244 miles (+7,824)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    140,244 miles
    Test number
    700669552279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass132,420 miles (+4,905)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    132,420 miles
    Test number
    405269333425
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn on inner shoulder
  13. Pass127,515 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    127,515 miles
    Test number
    571448293197
    • AdvisoryFront Front tyres wearing low on inner edges
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  14. Fail127,515 miles (+7,518)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,515 miles
    Test number
    141834751817
    • FailureNearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Front tyres wearing low on inner edges
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  15. Pass119,997 miles (+5,396)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    119,997 miles
    Test number
    570111430309
    • AdvisorySlight leak from o/s/f outer cv boot
  16. Pass114,601 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    114,601 miles
    Test number
    400847895526
    • 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)
  17. Fail114,601 miles (+5,129)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,601 miles
    Test number
    270798945692
    • FailureElectronic power steering warning lamp indicates a failure in the system (2.3.8)
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • 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)
  18. Pass109,472 miles (-140)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    109,472 miles
    Test number
    418927134212
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteOffside rear brakes slightly binding.
  19. Fail109,612 miles (+10,346)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,612 miles
    Test number
    459208024282
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
  20. Pass99,266 miles (+21,143)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    99,266 miles
    Test number
    648655133249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass78,123 miles (+20,754)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    78,123 miles
    Test number
    618746922250
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  22. Pass57,369 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    57,369 miles
    Test number
    469079501205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S28 EDD

Does S28 EDD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S28 EDD is valid until 8 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on S28 EDD?
The MOT on S28 EDD is valid until 8 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S28 EDD done?
S28 EDD was recorded at 160,145 miles at its MOT on 9 Jan 2026, an average of 7,111 miles a year.
Has S28 EDD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S28 EDD has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on S28 EDD ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 25 Aug 2014. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S28 EDD find?
S28 EDD passed its latest MOT on 9 Jan 2026 with 4 advisories: central front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside front vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced cross member; nearside rear wheel bearing slightly noisy, and 1 more.

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