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Volkswagen Golf

Orange · Petrol · 1998 · 1,600 cc

S32 BTTMOT history

S32 BTT is an orange petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 10 Nov 1998. Its MOT is valid until 19 Nov 2026 and it has passed 21 of 33 MOT tests, with 165,251 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Nov 2025.

S32 BTT orange Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 19 Nov 2026
Mileage
165,251 mi
At MOT on 14 Nov 2025
MOT tests
33
21 passed · 12 failed
Per year
6,549 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S32 BTT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Orange
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,600 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
10 Nov 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
14 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S32 BTT was last recorded at 165,251 miles on 14 Nov 2025, 4,897 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
160,354 miles · 19 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
4,897 miles
Average per year
6,549 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 165,251 miles
  • 2024 – 160,354 miles
  • 2023 – 156,048 miles
  • 2022 – 151,477 miles
  • 2021 – 147,189 miles
  • 2020 – 139,583 miles
  • 2019 – 129,570 miles
  • 2018 – 116,958 miles
  • 2017 – 106,959 miles
  • 2016 – 101,582 miles
  • 2015 – 98,812 miles
  • 2014 – 94,336 miles
  • 2013 – 88,784 miles
  • 2012 – 71,386 miles
  • 2011 – 61,508 miles
  • 2010 – 51,182 miles
  • 2009 – 48,634 miles
  • 2008 – 45,155 miles
  • 2007 – 40,311 miles
  • 2006 – 37,114 miles
  • 2005 – 33,237 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass165,251 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Emissions unable to be completed

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

33 tests since 17 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass165,251 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    165,251 miles
    Test number
    679483125148
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail165,251 miles (+4,897)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,251 miles
    Test number
    400002942069
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass160,354 miles (+4,306)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    160,354 miles
    Test number
    706518676473
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded osr and nsr (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass156,048 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    156,048 miles
    Test number
    696625587231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail156,048 miles (+4,571)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,048 miles
    Test number
    312414436671
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases both flexys (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass151,477 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    151,477 miles
    Test number
    330006874645

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail151,477 miles (+4,288)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,477 miles
    Test number
    705065333606
    • DangerousRear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorFront Service brake excessively fluctuating discs (1.2.1 (e))

  8. Pass147,189 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    147,189 miles
    Test number
    504137438645
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail147,189 miles (+7,606)6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,189 miles
    Test number
    505482533539
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorCentral Exhaust system insecure mounting and clamp (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass139,583 miles (+73)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    139,583 miles
    Test number
    709880118178
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  11. Fail139,510 miles (+9,940)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,510 miles
    Test number
    655284003917
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass129,570 miles (+226)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    129,570 miles
    Test number
    661525754928
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement drop link. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Fail129,344 miles (+12,386)1 dangerous2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,344 miles
    Test number
    596419468310
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement drop link. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear steel wheel
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  14. Pass116,958 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    116,958 miles
    Test number
    300092367181
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle slightly corroded at mounting points

  15. Fail116,958 miles (+9,999)5 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,958 miles
    Test number
    343474674945
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle slightly corroded at mounting points

  16. Pass106,959 miles (+5,377)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    106,959 miles
    Test number
    371918592018
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Slight brake hose cracking (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Slight brake hose cracking (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules rear chassis hose (3.6.B.4e)

  17. Pass101,582 miles (+2,770)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    101,582 miles
    Test number
    825920282990

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass98,812 miles (+21)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    98,812 miles
    Test number
    852180511832
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake servo corroded but not excessively weakened (3.6.A.2b)

  19. Fail98,791 miles (+4,455)1 dangerous4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,791 miles
    Test number
    898395239657
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake servo corroded but not excessively weakened (3.6.A.2b)

  20. Pass94,336 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    94,336 miles
    Test number
    948716564231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail94,319 miles (+5,535)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,319 miles
    Test number
    837555264223
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  22. Pass88,784 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    88,784 miles
    Test number
    597067063225
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged

  23. Fail88,784 miles (+17,398)6 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,784 miles
    Test number
    328642663473
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged

  24. Pass71,386 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    71,386 miles
    Test number
    275625852284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail71,385 miles (+9,877)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,385 miles
    Test number
    595405052227
    • FailureNearside Inner Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  26. Pass61,508 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    61,508 miles
    Test number
    818969251298
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  27. Fail61,508 miles (+10,326)1 dangerous1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,508 miles
    Test number
    216158251252
    • DangerousOffside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureFront Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  28. Pass51,182 miles (+2,548)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    51,182 miles
    Test number
    384553750271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass48,634 miles (+3,479)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    48,634 miles
    Test number
    912053059288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass45,155 miles (+4,844)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    45,155 miles
    Test number
    340765658220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass40,311 miles (+3,197)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    40,311 miles
    Test number
    891090367243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass37,114 miles (+3,877)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    37,114 miles
    Test number
    370892756201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Pass33,237 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    33,237 miles
    Test number
    372720465291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S32 BTT

Does S32 BTT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S32 BTT is valid until 19 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on S32 BTT?
The MOT on S32 BTT is valid until 19 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S32 BTT done?
S32 BTT was recorded at 165,251 miles at its MOT on 14 Nov 2025, an average of 6,549 miles a year.
Has S32 BTT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S32 BTT has failed 12 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on S32 BTT 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 S32 BTT find?
S32 BTT passed its latest MOT on 14 Nov 2025 with 1 advisory: offside seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill.

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