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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 1998 · 1,800 cc

S42 EGXMOT history

S42 EGX is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 10 Dec 1998. Its MOT expired on 1 Mar 2025 and it has passed 8 of 13 MOT tests, with 106,161 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Feb 2024.

S42 EGX black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 1 Mar 2025
Mileage
106,161 mi
At MOT on 14 Feb 2024
MOT tests
13
8 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,723 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S42 EGX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,800 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
10 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Mar 2025
Latest MOT test
14 Feb 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

S42 EGX was last recorded at 106,161 miles on 14 Feb 2024, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Feb 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
106,160 miles · 9 Feb 2024
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
2,723 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 106,161 miles
  • 2023 – 95,932 miles
  • 2014 – 95,893 miles
  • 2011 – 94,187 miles
  • 2010 – 85,907 miles
  • 2009 – 79,063 miles
  • 2008 – 73,937 miles
  • 2007 – 64,499 miles
  • 2006 – 57,380 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass106,161 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2009–2014

Full MOT history

13 tests since 16 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass106,161 miles (+1)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    106,161 miles
    Test number
    140895942477
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
  2. Fail106,160 miles (+10,228)1 dangerous11 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,160 miles
    Test number
    301957859043
    • DangerousNearside Front Lower Hydraulic brake calliper inadequately mounted and braking performance affected bolt missing (1.1.16 (c) (ii))
    • MajorDriver's airbag missing (7.1.5 (a))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust emits dense blue smoke at idle (8.2.1.2 (f))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))
    • MajorFront Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
  3. Pass95,932 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    95,932 miles
    Test number
    706955612708
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  4. Fail95,929 miles (+36)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,929 miles
    Test number
    460748356153
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 front and rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  5. Fail95,893 miles (+1,706)9 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,893 miles
    Test number
    738110774178
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteExhaust clamp corroded
    • NotePower steering pipe insecure & corroded
  6. Pass94,187 miles (+2)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    94,187 miles
    Test number
    225626561126
    • NoteBrake pedal slightly spongy poss master cylinder????
    • NoteSlight play in off side front strut top bush when jacked up
  7. Fail94,185 miles (+8,278)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,185 miles
    Test number
    707654261152
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • NoteRear brake imbllance 50%
    • NoteSlight play in off side front strut top bush when jacked up
  8. Pass85,907 miles (+6,844)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    85,907 miles
    Test number
    824683550128
    • NoteAll coil springs corroded
    • NoteO/s/r parking brake slightly weak
  9. Pass79,063 miles (+26)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2010
    Odometer
    79,063 miles
    Test number
    181675229193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail79,037 miles (+5,100)1 dangerous7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,037 miles
    Test number
    630620529148
    • DangerousOffside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
  11. Pass73,937 miles (+9,438)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    73,937 miles
    Test number
    820875948049
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteOffside handbrake efficiency low
  12. Pass64,499 miles (+7,119)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    64,499 miles
    Test number
    520866677072
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteFront number plate damaged
  13. Pass57,380 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    57,380 miles
    Test number
    853865976061
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Questions about S42 EGX

Does S42 EGX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S42 EGX expired on 1 Mar 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S42 EGX?
The MOT on S42 EGX expired on 1 Mar 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S42 EGX done?
S42 EGX was recorded at 106,161 miles at its MOT on 14 Feb 2024, an average of 2,723 miles a year.
Has S42 EGX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S42 EGX has failed 5 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on S42 EGX 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 S42 EGX find?
S42 EGX passed its latest MOT on 14 Feb 2024 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: offside front brake hose slightly damaged; offside rear service brake binding but not excessively; supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate.

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