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Volkswagen Golf

White · Petrol · 2017 · 1,984 cc

S3 ESMMOT history

S3 ESM is a white petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 5 Jul 2017. Its MOT is valid until 13 Jul 2027 and it has passed 8 of 10 MOT tests, with 67,455 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Jul 2026.

S3 ESM white Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 13 Jul 2027
Mileage
67,455 mi
At MOT on 9 Jul 2026
MOT tests
10
8 passed · 2 failed
Per year
6,867 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S3 ESM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2017
First used
5 Jul 2017
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S3 ESM was last recorded at 67,455 miles on 9 Jul 2026, 11,977 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
55,478 miles · 10 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
11,977 miles
Average per year
6,867 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 67,455 miles
  • 2025 – 55,478 miles
  • 2024 – 50,120 miles
  • 2023 – 45,011 miles
  • 2022 – 38,092 miles
  • 2021 – 30,981 miles
  • 2020 – 26,261 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass67,455 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Rear Tyre slightly damaged both tyre treads starting to deform on inner edges

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

10 tests since 27 Jun 2020, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass67,455 miles (+11,977)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    67,455 miles
    Test number
    307532348229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass55,478 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    55,478 miles
    Test number
    537396933062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail55,478 miles (+5,358)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,478 miles
    Test number
    543503263719
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorTyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre tread worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged both tyre treads starting to deform on inner edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass50,120 miles (+5,109)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    50,120 miles
    Test number
    436634214760
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both tyre treads wearing on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged both tyre treads starting to deform on inner edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass45,011 miles (+6,919)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    45,011 miles
    Test number
    875625796700

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass38,092 miles (+7,111)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    38,092 miles
    Test number
    320039222658

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass30,981 miles (+4,720)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    30,981 miles
    Test number
    798542087600

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass26,261 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    26,261 miles
    Test number
    528146631699

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail26,261 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,261 miles
    Test number
    471812637472
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  10. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    519348615824
    • AdvisoryCOVID-19 6 MONTH EXTENSION

Questions about S3 ESM

Does S3 ESM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S3 ESM is valid until 13 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on S3 ESM?
The MOT on S3 ESM is valid until 13 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S3 ESM done?
S3 ESM was recorded at 67,455 miles at its MOT on 9 Jul 2026, an average of 6,867 miles a year.
Has S3 ESM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S3 ESM has failed 2 of its 10 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on S3 ESM 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 S3 ESM find?
S3 ESM passed its latest MOT on 9 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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