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Volkswagen Golf

White · Petrol · 2012 · 1,390 cc

S3 TCXMOT history

S3 TCX is a white petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 30 May 2012. Its MOT is valid until 8 Mar 2027 and it has passed 12 of 15 MOT tests, with 108,555 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Feb 2026.

S3 TCX white Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 8 Mar 2027
Mileage
108,555 mi
At MOT on 27 Feb 2026
MOT tests
15
12 passed · 3 failed
Per year
6,838 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S3 TCX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
30 May 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S3 TCX was last recorded at 108,555 miles on 27 Feb 2026, 39 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
108,516 miles · 24 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
39 miles
Average per year
6,838 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 108,555 miles
  • 2025 – 105,546 miles
  • 2024 – 96,145 miles
  • 2023 – 85,555 miles
  • 2022 – 75,136 miles
  • 2021 – 64,955 miles
  • 2020 – 59,509 miles
  • 2019 – 53,047 miles
  • 2018 – 46,044 miles
  • 2017 – 39,925 miles
  • 2016 – 35,546 miles
  • 2015 – 34,752 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass108,555 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.

  • Upper/lower covers fitted

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2017–2025

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2026

Full MOT history

15 tests since 14 May 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass108,555 miles (+39)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    108,555 miles
    Test number
    918680684444

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail108,516 miles (+2,970)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,516 miles
    Test number
    389829639630
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Boot split (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Boot split (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass105,546 miles (+9,401)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    105,546 miles
    Test number
    715227523468
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUpper/lower covers fitted

  4. Pass96,145 miles (+10,590)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    96,145 miles
    Test number
    503294240870
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Leaking grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryUpper and lower engine/body covers fitted

  5. Pass85,555 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    85,555 miles
    Test number
    979397231682
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer CV boot split at shaft end and leaking grease
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Offside rear pad very low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUpper and lower covers fitted

  6. Fail85,555 miles (+10,419)3 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,555 miles
    Test number
    979694322766
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer CV boot split at shaft end and leaking grease
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Offside rear pad very low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUpper and lower covers fitted

  7. Pass75,136 miles (+10,181)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    75,136 miles
    Test number
    273908182585
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged sidewall damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryLower covers fitted

  8. Pass64,955 miles (+5,446)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    64,955 miles
    Test number
    432542469104
    • AdvisoryUpper/lower covers fitted

  9. Pass59,509 miles (+6,462)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    59,509 miles
    Test number
    331806758452
    • AdvisoryHandbrake cables chafed
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryUpper/Lower covers fitted

  10. Pass53,047 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    53,047 miles
    Test number
    728709699113
    • AdvisoryUpper/Lower covers fitted

  11. Fail53,047 miles (+7,003)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,047 miles
    Test number
    233383080785
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUpper/Lower covers fitted

  12. Pass46,044 miles (+6,119)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    46,044 miles
    Test number
    417574987488
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads worn close to limit
    • AdvisoryUpper/lower covers fitted

  13. Pass39,925 miles (+4,379)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    39,925 miles
    Test number
    425691474695
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads worn
    • AdvisoryUpper/lower covers fitted

  14. Pass35,546 miles (+794)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    35,546 miles
    Test number
    508647585183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass34,752 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2016
    Odometer
    34,752 miles
    Test number
    319644035102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S3 TCX

Does S3 TCX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S3 TCX is valid until 8 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on S3 TCX?
The MOT on S3 TCX is valid until 8 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S3 TCX done?
S3 TCX was recorded at 108,555 miles at its MOT on 27 Feb 2026, an average of 6,838 miles a year.
Has S3 TCX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S3 TCX has failed 3 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on S3 TCX 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 TCX find?
S3 TCX passed its latest MOT on 27 Feb 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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