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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 1,595 cc

S43 EGXMOT history

S43 EGX is a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 17 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 8 Mar 2024 and it has passed 13 of 20 MOT tests, with 98,733 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Mar 2023.

S43 EGX blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 8 Mar 2024
Mileage
98,733 mi
At MOT on 9 Mar 2023
MOT tests
20
13 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,252 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S43 EGX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
17 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Mar 2024
Latest MOT test
9 Mar 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

S43 EGX was last recorded at 98,733 miles on 9 Mar 2023, 2,892 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Apr 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
95,841 miles · 20 Apr 2022
Between the last two tests
2,892 miles
Average per year
3,252 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 98,733 miles
  • 2022 – 95,841 miles
  • 2020 – 92,940 miles
  • 2019 – 79,737 miles
  • 2018 – 71,101 miles
  • 2017 – 67,567 miles
  • 2016 – 67,386 miles
  • 2011 – 67,282 miles
  • 2010 – 62,446 miles
  • 2009 – 56,797 miles
  • 2008 – 49,338 miles
  • 2007 – 47,117 miles
  • 2006 – 44,797 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass98,733 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges (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 rear tyre tread slightly perished

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Headlamp aim too low

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2011

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2011

Full MOT history

20 tests since 7 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass98,733 miles (+2,892)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    98,733 miles
    Test number
    972731039188
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass95,841 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    95,841 miles
    Test number
    584120424943
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside wheel arch and inner sill corroded outside prescribed area
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail95,839 miles (+2,899)1 dangerous4 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,839 miles
    Test number
    919147653652
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside wheel arch and inner sill corroded outside prescribed area
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass92,940 miles (+13,203)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    92,940 miles
    Test number
    359176684061
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm, 185/60/14 82h (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm, 185/60/14 82h (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  5. Pass79,737 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    79,737 miles
    Test number
    472209672388
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySmall oil leak

  6. Fail79,737 miles (+8,636)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,737 miles
    Test number
    122299707364
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySmall oil leak

  7. Pass71,101 miles (+26)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2019
    Odometer
    71,101 miles
    Test number
    621631292312
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre tread slightly perished

  8. Fail71,075 miles (+3,508)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,075 miles
    Test number
    738923924872
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureCentral Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre tread slightly perished

  9. Pass67,567 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2018
    Odometer
    67,567 miles
    Test number
    981114635691

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail67,567 miles (+181)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,567 miles
    Test number
    756013160908
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  11. Pass67,386 miles (+104)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2017
    Odometer
    67,386 miles
    Test number
    678040563359
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  12. Pass67,282 miles (+2)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    67,282 miles
    Test number
    196611581268
    • NoteBoth rear discs corroded
    • NoteN/s/r tyre has a nail init
    • NoteN/s/r wheel bearing has slight play
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSlight exhaust blow

  13. Fail67,280 miles (+4,834)5 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,280 miles
    Test number
    626064041229
    • FailureNearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear discs corroded

  14. Pass62,446 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    62,446 miles
    Test number
    823007910244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail62,437 miles (+5,640)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,437 miles
    Test number
    544386810205
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  16. Pass56,797 miles (+7,459)
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    56,797 miles
    Test number
    502013729230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass49,338 miles (+2,221)
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    49,338 miles
    Test number
    460641328271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass47,117 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    47,117 miles
    Test number
    904471527212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail47,117 miles (+2,320)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,117 miles
    Test number
    733090627252
    • FailureOffside Front Power steering pump leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)

  20. Pass44,797 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    44,797 miles
    Test number
    271149016223
    • NoteSOME LIFT IN BOTH FRONT TOP SUSPENSION MOUNTINGS VERY CLOSE TO LIMIT

Questions about S43 EGX

Does S43 EGX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S43 EGX expired on 8 Mar 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S43 EGX?
The MOT on S43 EGX expired on 8 Mar 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S43 EGX done?
S43 EGX was recorded at 98,733 miles at its MOT on 9 Mar 2023, an average of 3,252 miles a year.
Has S43 EGX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S43 EGX has failed 7 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Apr 2022.
Has the mileage on S43 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 S43 EGX find?
S43 EGX passed its latest MOT on 9 Mar 2023 with 1 advisory: offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges.

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