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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Petrol · 2007 · 3,189 cc

S31 GLDMOT history

S31 GLD is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 24 Oct 2007. Its MOT is valid until 25 Oct 2027 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 47,612 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

S31 GLD silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 25 Oct 2027
Mileage
47,612 mi
At MOT on 29 Sept 2026
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,336 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S31 GLD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,189 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
24 Oct 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S31 GLD was last recorded at 47,612 miles on 29 Sept 2026, 2,455 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
45,157 miles · 22 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
2,455 miles
Average per year
2,336 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 47,612 miles
  • 2025 – 45,157 miles
  • 2024 – 43,440 miles
  • 2023 – 41,700 miles
  • 2022 – 38,857 miles
  • 2021 – 37,127 miles
  • 2020 – 34,997 miles
  • 2019 – 33,595 miles
  • 2018 – 31,574 miles
  • 2017 – 30,069 miles
  • 2016 – 28,246 miles
  • 2015 – 24,552 miles
  • 2014 – 22,282 miles
  • 2013 – 20,610 miles
  • 2012 – 18,721 miles
  • 2011 – 13,768 miles
  • 2010 – 10,387 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass47,612 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Wall. (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Wall. (5.2.3 (d) (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.

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

23 tests since 23 Oct 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass47,612 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    47,612 miles
    Test number
    469771787068
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Wall. (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Wall. (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  2. Fail47,612 miles (+2,455)3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,612 miles
    Test number
    428614388341
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Wall. (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Wall. (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Wall. (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  3. Pass45,157 miles (+1,717)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    45,157 miles
    Test number
    645171671624
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer & inner edge's. (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass43,440 miles (+1,740)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    43,440 miles
    Test number
    647377175968
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass41,700 miles (+2,843)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    41,700 miles
    Test number
    309052856121
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass38,857 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    38,857 miles
    Test number
    747371418774
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail38,857 miles (+1,730)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,857 miles
    Test number
    221446814127
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass37,127 miles (+2,130)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    37,127 miles
    Test number
    669067155021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass34,997 miles (+1,402)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    34,997 miles
    Test number
    546994295214
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  10. Pass33,595 miles (+2,021)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    33,595 miles
    Test number
    175685490786

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass31,574 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    31,574 miles
    Test number
    668348156616
    • 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))

  12. Fail31,574 miles (+1,505)3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,574 miles
    Test number
    287450895220
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • 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))

  13. Pass30,069 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    30,069 miles
    Test number
    880122343128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail30,069 miles (+1,823)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,069 miles
    Test number
    218338459423
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  15. Pass28,246 miles (+3,694)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    28,246 miles
    Test number
    408212017559

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass24,552 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    24,552 miles
    Test number
    531504025601
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  17. Fail24,552 miles (+2,270)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,552 miles
    Test number
    718411648804
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass22,282 miles (+1,672)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    22,282 miles
    Test number
    338559984448
    • NoteOffside rear tyre deteriorated and has cracks where tread meets sidewall

  19. Pass20,610 miles (+1,889)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    20,610 miles
    Test number
    247262793271
    • NoteOffside rear tyre starting to develop cracks.

  20. Fail18,721 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,721 miles
    Test number
    495324992265
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  21. Pass18,721 miles (+4,953)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    18,721 miles
    Test number
    816284792212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass13,768 miles (+3,381)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    13,768 miles
    Test number
    777493591244
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing on onner edge

  23. Pass10,387 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    10,387 miles
    Test number
    842656190230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S31 GLD

Does S31 GLD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S31 GLD is valid until 25 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on S31 GLD?
The MOT on S31 GLD is valid until 25 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S31 GLD done?
S31 GLD was recorded at 47,612 miles at its MOT on 29 Sept 2026, an average of 2,336 miles a year.
Has S31 GLD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S31 GLD has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on S31 GLD 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 S31 GLD find?
S31 GLD passed its latest MOT on 29 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside front outer tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords wall.; nearside rear brake pad(s) wearing thin, and 2 more.

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