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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2001 · 1,896 cc

S3 XPDMOT history

S3 XPD is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 20 Dec 2001. Its MOT is valid until 7 Dec 2026 and it has passed 20 of 24 MOT tests, with 123,368 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Dec 2025.

S3 XPD black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 7 Dec 2026
Mileage
123,368 mi
At MOT on 8 Dec 2025
MOT tests
24
20 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,843 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S3 XPD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
20 Dec 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
8 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S3 XPD was last recorded at 123,368 miles on 8 Dec 2025, 8,765 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
114,603 miles · 4 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
8,765 miles
Average per year
4,843 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 123,368 miles
  • 2024 – 114,603 miles
  • 2023 – 105,586 miles
  • 2022 – 95,542 miles
  • 2021 – 86,838 miles
  • 2020 – 81,228 miles
  • 2019 – 78,841 miles
  • 2018 – 76,379 miles
  • 2017 – 73,512 miles
  • 2016 – 70,701 miles
  • 2015 – 67,266 miles
  • 2014 – 63,377 miles
  • 2013 – 59,336 miles
  • 2012 – 55,755 miles
  • 2011 – 51,653 miles
  • 2010 – 47,362 miles
  • 2009 – 42,506 miles
  • 2008 – 38,527 miles
  • 2007 – 34,078 miles
  • 2006 – 31,127 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass123,368 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (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.

  • Nearside slight damage to outer sill

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2020

Full MOT history

24 tests since 22 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass123,368 miles (+8,765)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    123,368 miles
    Test number
    953503912849
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  2. Pass114,603 miles (+9,017)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    114,603 miles
    Test number
    581669243992

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass105,586 miles (+10,044)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    105,586 miles
    Test number
    695142783584
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass95,542 miles (+8,704)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    95,542 miles
    Test number
    608215759384
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass86,838 miles (+5,610)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    86,838 miles
    Test number
    752611383075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass81,228 miles (+2,387)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    81,228 miles
    Test number
    105897018858
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass78,841 miles (+2,462)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    78,841 miles
    Test number
    403457394926
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust bracket broken

  8. Pass76,379 miles (+2,867)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    76,379 miles
    Test number
    503197277814
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside slight damage to outer sill
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass73,512 miles (+2,811)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    73,512 miles
    Test number
    947636870754
    • AdvisoryNearside slight damage to outer sill
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover / undertray

  10. Pass70,701 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    70,701 miles
    Test number
    132386595495
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust bracket corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside slight damage to outer sill
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover / undertray

  11. Fail70,700 miles (+3,434)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,700 miles
    Test number
    114210806858
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust bracket corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside slight damage to outer sill
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover / undertray

  12. Pass67,266 miles (+3,889)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    67,266 miles
    Test number
    197497785144
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  13. Pass63,377 miles (+4,041)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    63,377 miles
    Test number
    935772034332
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteAdvise N/S outer sill damaged
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Pass59,336 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    59,336 miles
    Test number
    265907613322
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Fail59,336 miles (+3,581)1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,336 miles
    Test number
    466867313437
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass55,755 miles (+4,102)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    55,755 miles
    Test number
    865761712315
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass51,653 miles (+4,291)
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    51,653 miles
    Test number
    885670221384

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass47,362 miles (+4,856)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    47,362 miles
    Test number
    711463320368
    • NoteAdvise rear discs slightly worn
    • NoteAdvise rear tyres starting to wear unevenly

  19. Pass42,506 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    42,506 miles
    Test number
    493873829368
    • NoteAdvise O/S/R tyre starting to wear unevenly

  20. Fail42,506 miles (+3,979)5 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,506 miles
    Test number
    302443729330
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteAdvise O/S/R tyre starting to wear unevenly

  21. Pass38,527 miles (+61)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    38,527 miles
    Test number
    800914028330
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  22. Fail38,466 miles (+4,388)2 failures1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,466 miles
    Test number
    160799218348
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  23. Pass34,078 miles (+2,951)
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    34,078 miles
    Test number
    262614507380

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass31,127 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    31,127 miles
    Test number
    644296126389

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S3 XPD

Does S3 XPD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S3 XPD is valid until 7 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on S3 XPD?
The MOT on S3 XPD is valid until 7 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S3 XPD done?
S3 XPD was recorded at 123,368 miles at its MOT on 8 Dec 2025, an average of 4,843 miles a year.
Has S3 XPD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S3 XPD has failed 4 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Nov 2016.
Has the mileage on S3 XPD 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 XPD find?
S3 XPD passed its latest MOT on 8 Dec 2025 with 1 minor defect: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view.

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