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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Petrol · 2006 · 3,200 cc

S41 RAXMOT history

S41 RAX is a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 30 Jun 2006. Its MOT is valid until 30 Jun 2027 and it has passed 18 of 30 MOT tests, with 176,963 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Jun 2026.

S41 RAX blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 30 Jun 2027
Mileage
176,963 mi
At MOT on 4 Jun 2026
MOT tests
30
18 passed · 12 failed
Per year
9,173 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S41 RAX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,200 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
30 Jun 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S41 RAX was last recorded at 176,963 miles on 4 Jun 2026, 6,734 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
170,229 miles · 5 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
6,734 miles
Average per year
9,173 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 176,963 miles
  • 2025 – 170,229 miles
  • 2024 – 161,159 miles
  • 2023 – 151,975 miles
  • 2022 – 140,399 miles
  • 2021 – 129,315 miles
  • 2020 – 119,592 miles
  • 2019 – 108,760 miles
  • 2018 – 97,518 miles
  • 2017 – 86,940 miles
  • 2016 – 78,689 miles
  • 2015 – 70,031 miles
  • 2014 – 63,065 miles
  • 2013 – 54,087 miles
  • 2012 – 46,915 miles
  • 2011 – 37,283 miles
  • 2010 – 28,469 miles
  • 2009 – 21,483 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass176,963 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) insecure (4.3.1 (c) (i))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view scratched (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to testRecorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush slight split (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

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 Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front top strut mount bearing slightly rough

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Rear Lower reflector missing but fitted with 2nd reflector in tail light

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Front top strut mount bearing slightly rough

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

30 tests since 22 Jun 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass176,963 miles2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    176,963 miles
    Test number
    530721895510
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) insecure (4.3.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view scratched (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush slight split (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail176,963 miles (+6,734)2 repaired2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,963 miles
    Test number
    199162615680
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) insecure (4.3.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view scratched (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush slight split (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass170,229 miles (+9,070)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    170,229 miles
    Test number
    428209716036
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective split (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view scratched (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass161,159 miles (+9,184)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    161,159 miles
    Test number
    898427015619
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view scratched (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass151,975 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    151,975 miles
    Test number
    287421692490
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view marked of wipers (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail151,974 miles (+11,575)1 dangerous1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,974 miles
    Test number
    874047574059
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view marked of wipers (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass140,399 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    140,399 miles
    Test number
    802593220230
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail140,399 miles (+11,084)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,399 miles
    Test number
    907757189225
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass129,315 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    129,315 miles
    Test number
    179274390943
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front top strut mount bearing slightly rough
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower reflector missing but fitted with 2nd reflector in tail light
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front top strut mount bearing slightly rough

  10. Fail129,315 miles (+9,723)1 dangerous3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,315 miles
    Test number
    433312353889
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested off side front tyre (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front top strut mount bearing slightly rough
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower reflector missing but fitted with 2nd reflector in tail light
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front top strut mount bearing slightly rough

  11. Pass119,592 miles1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    119,592 miles
    Test number
    606964496037
    • MinorOffside Front Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front top strut mount bearing slightly rough
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower reflector missing but fitted with 2nd reflector in tail light
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm and slight inner sidewall damage (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inside (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front top strut mount bearing slightly rough
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Fail119,589 miles (+10,829)1 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,589 miles
    Test number
    564049025472
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MinorOffside Front Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front top strut mount bearing slightly rough
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower reflector missing but fitted with 2nd reflector in tail light
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm and slight inner sidewall damage (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inside (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front top strut mount bearing slightly rough
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass108,760 miles (+346)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    108,760 miles
    Test number
    770149600907
    • MinorNearside Rear Lower Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface reflector missing but fitted with 2nd reflector in tail light (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  14. Fail108,414 miles (+10,896)4 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,414 miles
    Test number
    546627822404
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Lower Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface reflector missing but fitted with 2nd reflector in tail light (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  15. Pass97,518 miles (+10,578)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    97,518 miles
    Test number
    996449976465
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  16. Pass86,940 miles (+99)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    86,940 miles
    Test number
    412997977241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail86,841 miles (+8,152)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,841 miles
    Test number
    576133074929
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass78,689 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    78,689 miles
    Test number
    988880093643
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads low
    • AdvisorySlight play in front suspension bushes

  19. Fail78,689 miles (+8,658)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,689 miles
    Test number
    335399919014
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads low
    • AdvisorySlight play in front suspension bushes

  20. Pass70,031 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    70,031 miles
    Test number
    405919465177
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  21. Fail70,031 miles (+6,966)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,031 miles
    Test number
    288659865470
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  22. Pass63,065 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    63,065 miles
    Test number
    897641774151
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  23. Fail63,065 miles (+8,978)1 failure3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,065 miles
    Test number
    668831874115
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  24. Pass54,087 miles (+7,172)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    54,087 miles
    Test number
    608482753111
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteFront number plate worn but readable
    • NoteTyre pressure warning light on dash

  25. Pass46,915 miles (+52)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    46,915 miles
    Test number
    778890782132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail46,863 miles (+9,580)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,863 miles
    Test number
    287563572122
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  27. Pass37,283 miles (+8,814)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    37,283 miles
    Test number
    305860261100
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass28,469 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    28,469 miles
    Test number
    340889150156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail28,469 miles (+6,986)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,469 miles
    Test number
    233359350117
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  30. Pass21,483 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    21,483 miles
    Test number
    872783079199
    • NoteBoth front tyres. sidewall split

Questions about S41 RAX

Does S41 RAX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S41 RAX is valid until 30 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on S41 RAX?
The MOT on S41 RAX is valid until 30 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S41 RAX done?
S41 RAX was recorded at 176,963 miles at its MOT on 4 Jun 2026, an average of 9,173 miles a year.
Has S41 RAX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S41 RAX has failed 12 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on S41 RAX 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 S41 RAX find?
S41 RAX passed its latest MOT on 4 Jun 2026 with 2 minor defects and 5 advisories: central stop lamp(s) insecure; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view scratched; items removed from driver's view prior to test, and 4 more.

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