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Volkswagen Golf

Grey · Diesel · 2008 · 1,896 cc

S44 AJBMOT history

S44 AJB is a grey diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 1 Sept 2008. Its MOT is valid until 7 Jul 2027 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 83,018 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jul 2026.

S44 AJB grey Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 7 Jul 2027
Mileage
83,018 mi
At MOT on 8 Jul 2026
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,881 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S44 AJB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
1 Sept 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S44 AJB was last recorded at 83,018 miles on 8 Jul 2026, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
83,015 miles · 7 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
3,881 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 83,018 miles
  • 2025 – 81,185 miles
  • 2024 – 78,186 miles
  • 2023 – 75,024 miles
  • 2022 – 72,012 miles
  • 2021 – 68,506 miles
  • 2020 – 66,555 miles
  • 2019 – 63,424 miles
  • 2018 – 58,748 miles
  • 2017 – 52,768 miles
  • 2016 – 46,369 miles
  • 2015 – 42,299 miles
  • 2014 – 37,691 miles
  • 2013 – 33,278 miles
  • 2012 – 29,279 miles
  • 2011 – 25,096 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass83,018 miles
  • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

20 tests since 5 Aug 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass83,018 miles (+3)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    83,018 miles
    Test number
    527959314120
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail83,015 miles (+1,830)1 dangerous1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,015 miles
    Test number
    453851447889
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass81,185 miles (+2,999)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    81,185 miles
    Test number
    729704863833
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass78,186 miles (+3,162)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    78,186 miles
    Test number
    500856478993
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  5. Pass75,024 miles (+3,012)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    75,024 miles
    Test number
    433197012547

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass72,012 miles (+3,506)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    72,012 miles
    Test number
    738565146032
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass68,506 miles (+1,951)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    68,506 miles
    Test number
    548944300342

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass66,555 miles (+3,131)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    66,555 miles
    Test number
    470134549012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass63,424 miles (+4,676)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    63,424 miles
    Test number
    528322411169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass58,748 miles (+5,980)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    58,748 miles
    Test number
    602326788303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass52,768 miles (+6,399)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    52,768 miles
    Test number
    506965080830

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass46,369 miles (+4,070)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    46,369 miles
    Test number
    131365046867

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass42,299 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    42,299 miles
    Test number
    203604348545

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail42,298 miles (+4,607)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,298 miles
    Test number
    669453347258
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  15. Pass37,691 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    37,691 miles
    Test number
    976085524295
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Fail37,691 miles (+4,413)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,691 miles
    Test number
    328965524462
    • FailureBraking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass33,278 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    33,278 miles
    Test number
    906816723277
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Fail33,278 miles (+3,999)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,278 miles
    Test number
    556235823290
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  19. Pass29,279 miles (+4,183)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    29,279 miles
    Test number
    749082622200
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteFront & Rear Tyres Deteriorated
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  20. Pass25,096 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    25,096 miles
    Test number
    485647611208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S44 AJB

Does S44 AJB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S44 AJB is valid until 7 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on S44 AJB?
The MOT on S44 AJB is valid until 7 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S44 AJB done?
S44 AJB was recorded at 83,018 miles at its MOT on 8 Jul 2026, an average of 3,881 miles a year.
Has S44 AJB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S44 AJB has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on S44 AJB 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 S44 AJB find?
S44 AJB passed its latest MOT on 8 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened.

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