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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Diesel · 1998 · 1,896 cc

S41 VAWMOT history

S41 VAW is a silver diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 1 Aug 1998. Its MOT is valid until 28 Jun 2027 and it has passed 20 of 35 MOT tests, with 173,875 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jun 2026.

S41 VAW silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 28 Jun 2027
Mileage
173,875 mi
At MOT on 23 Jun 2026
MOT tests
35
20 passed · 15 failed
Per year
3,997 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S41 VAW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
1 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S41 VAW was last recorded at 173,875 miles on 23 Jun 2026, 2,863 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
171,012 miles · 29 May 2025
Between the last two tests
2,863 miles
Average per year
3,997 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 173,875 miles
  • 2025 – 171,012 miles
  • 2024 – 162,633 miles
  • 2023 – 151,290 miles
  • 2022 – 148,515 miles
  • 2021 – 143,626 miles
  • 2020 – 139,781 miles
  • 2019 – 132,850 miles
  • 2018 – 126,370 miles
  • 2017 – 120,085 miles
  • 2016 – 118,578 miles
  • 2015 – 116,458 miles
  • 2014 – 114,146 miles
  • 2013 – 112,038 miles
  • 2012 – 110,276 miles
  • 2011 – 108,560 miles
  • 2010 – 106,730 miles
  • 2009 – 104,270 miles
  • 2007 – 99,076 miles
  • 2006 – 93,937 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass173,875 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2026

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2026

  • Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

    Failure4 MOTs, 2011–2017

  • Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

35 tests since 23 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass173,875 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    173,875 miles
    Test number
    946716520130
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail173,869 miles (+2,857)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,869 miles
    Test number
    981073343646
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorHazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass171,012 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    171,012 miles
    Test number
    845511164966
    • MinorHazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Fail171,006 miles (+8,373)2 major1 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,006 miles
    Test number
    313547060362
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))
    • MinorHazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass162,633 miles (+11,343)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    162,633 miles
    Test number
    881833881172
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass151,290 miles (+2,775)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    151,290 miles
    Test number
    662215616724
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Pass148,515 miles (+8)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    148,515 miles
    Test number
    265802317398
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Fail148,507 miles (+4,881)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,507 miles
    Test number
    180340530507
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  9. Pass143,626 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    143,626 miles
    Test number
    277963889193
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Fail143,624 miles (+3,843)1 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,624 miles
    Test number
    488656801185
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Pass139,781 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    139,781 miles
    Test number
    705451190446

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail139,781 miles (+6,931)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,781 miles
    Test number
    134116557489
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  13. Pass132,850 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    132,850 miles
    Test number
    420204031569
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  14. Fail132,849 miles (+6,479)1 dangerous4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,849 miles
    Test number
    841429488022
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  15. Pass126,370 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2019
    Odometer
    126,370 miles
    Test number
    971001929257
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit WARE TO INNER TREAD EDGE (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre ware to tread edges and cracking to tread and sidewalls
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit WARE TO INNER TREAD EDGE (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre cracking to tread and sidewalls

  16. Fail126,370 miles (+6,285)7 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,370 miles
    Test number
    539529285330
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively n/s and o/s (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit WARE TO INNER TREAD EDGE (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre ware to tread edges and cracking to tread and sidewalls
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit WARE TO INNER TREAD EDGE (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre cracking to tread and sidewalls

  17. Pass120,085 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    120,085 miles
    Test number
    715400308338

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail120,085 miles (+1,507)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,085 miles
    Test number
    296770048289
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded 2 (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  19. Pass118,578 miles (+2,120)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    118,578 miles
    Test number
    614518738270
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  20. Pass116,458 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    116,458 miles
    Test number
    987160575181
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  21. Fail116,458 miles (+2,312)3 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,458 miles
    Test number
    935910775163
    • FailureNearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  22. Pass114,146 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    114,146 miles
    Test number
    918174374112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail114,145 miles (+2,107)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,145 miles
    Test number
    227394574193
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  24. Pass112,038 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    112,038 miles
    Test number
    995922073123
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  25. Fail112,038 miles (+1,762)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,038 miles
    Test number
    446522573163
    • FailureBrake servo vacuum pipe split (3.6.C.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  26. Pass110,276 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    110,276 miles
    Test number
    299054972160
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  27. Fail110,276 miles (+1,716)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,276 miles
    Test number
    248554772149
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  28. Pass108,560 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2012
    Odometer
    108,560 miles
    Test number
    118925521114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail108,560 miles (+1,830)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,560 miles
    Test number
    565895521105
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  30. Fail106,730 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,730 miles
    Test number
    254128580003
    • Repaired at testFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  31. Pass106,730 miles (+2,460)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    106,730 miles
    Test number
    630838680055
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  32. Pass104,270 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    104,270 miles
    Test number
    480185309040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail104,270 miles (+5,194)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,270 miles
    Test number
    190365109415
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  34. Pass99,076 miles (+5,139)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    99,076 miles
    Test number
    741697787150
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  35. Pass93,937 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    93,937 miles
    Test number
    923484676175
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about S41 VAW

Does S41 VAW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S41 VAW is valid until 28 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on S41 VAW?
The MOT on S41 VAW is valid until 28 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 VAW done?
S41 VAW was recorded at 173,875 miles at its MOT on 23 Jun 2026, an average of 3,997 miles a year.
Has S41 VAW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S41 VAW has failed 15 of its 35 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on S41 VAW 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 VAW find?
S41 VAW passed its latest MOT on 23 Jun 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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