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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2016 · 1,598 cc

S40 PLBMOT history

S40 PLB is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 1 Mar 2016. Its MOT is valid until 4 Aug 2027 and it has passed 8 of 10 MOT tests, with 156,904 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Aug 2026.

S40 PLB black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 4 Aug 2027
Mileage
156,904 mi
At MOT on 5 Aug 2026
MOT tests
10
8 passed · 2 failed
Per year
14,718 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S40 PLB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
1 Mar 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S40 PLB was last recorded at 156,904 miles on 5 Aug 2026, 17,673 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
139,231 miles · 3 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
17,673 miles
Average per year
14,718 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 156,904 miles
  • 2025 – 139,231 miles
  • 2024 – 125,081 miles
  • 2023 – 112,057 miles
  • 2022 – 96,478 miles
  • 2021 – 79,779 miles
  • 2020 – 65,488 miles
  • 2019 – 46,854 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass156,904 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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.

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

10 tests since 12 Feb 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass156,904 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    156,904 miles
    Test number
    946993481072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail156,904 miles (+17,673)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,904 miles
    Test number
    829505670082
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass139,231 miles (+14,150)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    139,231 miles
    Test number
    972201130357

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass125,081 miles (+13,024)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2025
    Odometer
    125,081 miles
    Test number
    448586696578

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass112,057 miles (+15,579)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2024
    Odometer
    112,057 miles
    Test number
    488323589565
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass96,478 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    96,478 miles
    Test number
    674656284527
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Fail96,478 miles (+16,699)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,478 miles
    Test number
    891784529063
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Pass79,779 miles (+14,291)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    79,779 miles
    Test number
    557981722297
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass65,488 miles (+18,634)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    65,488 miles
    Test number
    959214144814
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass46,854 miles2 minor
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    46,854 miles
    Test number
    493425841877
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Questions about S40 PLB

Does S40 PLB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S40 PLB is valid until 4 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on S40 PLB?
The MOT on S40 PLB is valid until 4 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S40 PLB done?
S40 PLB was recorded at 156,904 miles at its MOT on 5 Aug 2026, an average of 14,718 miles a year.
Has S40 PLB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S40 PLB has failed 2 of its 10 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on S40 PLB 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 S40 PLB find?
S40 PLB passed its latest MOT on 5 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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