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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2009 · 1,968 cc

S28 HFSMOT history

S28 HFS is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 17 Apr 2009. Its MOT is valid until 22 Mar 2027 and it has passed 14 of 18 MOT tests, with 193,661 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Mar 2026.

S28 HFS black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 22 Mar 2027
Mileage
193,661 mi
At MOT on 10 Mar 2026
MOT tests
18
14 passed · 4 failed
Per year
10,666 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S28 HFS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
17 Apr 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S28 HFS was last recorded at 193,661 miles on 10 Mar 2026, 9,911 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Feb 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 13 Oct 2018: 49,051 miles, lower than 99,048 miles on 3 Oct 2018.

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
183,750 miles · 25 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
9,911 miles
Average per year
10,666 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 193,661 miles
  • 2025 – 183,750 miles
  • 2023 – 158,858 miles
  • 2022 – 151,884 miles
  • 2020 – 123,812 miles
  • 2019 – 103,474 miles
  • 2018 – 49,051 miles
  • 2017 – 91,966 miles
  • 2016 – 85,425 miles
  • 2015 – 78,150 miles
  • 2014 – 72,553 miles
  • 2013 – 56,597 miles
  • 2012 – 44,850 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass193,661 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded N/S + O/S (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

18 tests since 27 Mar 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass193,661 miles (+9,911)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    193,661 miles
    Test number
    979850077815
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded N/S + O/S (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  2. Pass183,750 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    183,750 miles
    Test number
    473166372962
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing N/S + O/S (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension components corroded
  3. Pass277,860 km (+40)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    277,860 km
    Test number
    688133720248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail277,820 km1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    277,820 km
    Test number
    727975773846
    • MajorRear Coil spring fractured or broken both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  5. Pass158,858 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    158,858 miles
    Test number
    896337346232
    • MinorOffside Front Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  6. Fail158,858 miles (+6,974)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,858 miles
    Test number
    314925811080
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  7. Pass151,884 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    151,884 miles
    Test number
    763576896160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail151,884 miles (+28,072)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,884 miles
    Test number
    733789717747
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  9. Pass123,812 miles (+20,338)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    123,812 miles
    Test number
    399382052762
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Pass103,474 miles (+54,423)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    103,474 miles
    Test number
    824692255131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass49,051 miles (-49,997)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    49,051 miles
    Test number
    110318991942
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  12. Fail99,048 miles (+7,082)1 major1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,048 miles
    Test number
    439933853368
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  13. Pass91,966 miles (+6,541)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    91,966 miles
    Test number
    490135647069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass85,425 miles (+7,275)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    85,425 miles
    Test number
    635476385429
    • AdvisoryDPF Fitted
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
  15. Pass78,150 miles (+5,597)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    78,150 miles
    Test number
    878141452813

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass72,553 miles (+15,956)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    72,553 miles
    Test number
    106223104366

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass56,597 miles (+11,747)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    56,597 miles
    Test number
    668798273084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass44,850 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    44,850 miles
    Test number
    529027682001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S28 HFS

Does S28 HFS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S28 HFS is valid until 22 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on S28 HFS?
The MOT on S28 HFS is valid until 22 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S28 HFS done?
S28 HFS was recorded at 193,661 miles at its MOT on 10 Mar 2026, an average of 10,666 miles a year.
Has S28 HFS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S28 HFS has failed 4 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on S28 HFS ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 13 Oct 2018. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S28 HFS find?
S28 HFS passed its latest MOT on 10 Mar 2026 with 3 advisories: front coil spring corroded n/s + o/s; oil leak, but not excessive; rear anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened.

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