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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2015 · 1,598 cc

S44 DMUMOT history

S44 DMU is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 14 Oct 2015. Its MOT is valid until 1 Nov 2027 and it has passed 9 of 12 MOT tests, with 84,599 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Oct 2026.

S44 DMU black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 1 Nov 2027
Mileage
84,599 mi
At MOT on 8 Oct 2026
MOT tests
12
9 passed · 3 failed
Per year
6,438 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S44 DMU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2015
First used
14 Oct 2015
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Nov 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S44 DMU was last recorded at 84,599 miles on 8 Oct 2026, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Oct 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
84,594 miles · 7 Oct 2026
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
6,438 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 84,599 miles
  • 2025 – 73,257 miles
  • 2024 – 65,051 miles
  • 2023 – 64,277 miles
  • 2022 – 58,734 miles
  • 2021 – 55,836 miles
  • 2020 – 48,014 miles
  • 2019 – 39,872 miles
  • 2018 – 32,781 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass84,599 miles
  • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to testRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (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 Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

12 tests since 20 Sept 2018, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass84,599 miles (+5)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2027
    Odometer
    84,599 miles
    Test number
    435853456643
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail84,594 miles (+11,337)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,594 miles
    Test number
    758399995752
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Under Tray Insecure
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryT P M S

  3. Pass73,257 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    73,257 miles
    Test number
    816368889665

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail73,257 miles (+8,206)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,257 miles
    Test number
    584116452118
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning side mirror (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (Parking brake ) (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTps light on

  5. Pass65,051 miles (+774)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    65,051 miles
    Test number
    416038628677
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass64,277 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    64,277 miles
    Test number
    795647674524
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoolant on min mark

  7. Fail64,277 miles (+5,543)2 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,277 miles
    Test number
    740158941645
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoolant on min mark

  8. Pass58,734 miles (+2,898)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    58,734 miles
    Test number
    947370136521
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Outer pad (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Outer pad (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass55,836 miles (+7,822)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    55,836 miles
    Test number
    280119694583
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass48,014 miles (+8,142)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    48,014 miles
    Test number
    542825606354

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass39,872 miles (+7,091)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    39,872 miles
    Test number
    984846142356

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass32,781 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    32,781 miles
    Test number
    990456549245
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Questions about S44 DMU

Does S44 DMU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S44 DMU is valid until 1 Nov 2027.
When is the MOT due on S44 DMU?
The MOT on S44 DMU is valid until 1 Nov 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S44 DMU done?
S44 DMU was recorded at 84,599 miles at its MOT on 8 Oct 2026, an average of 6,438 miles a year.
Has S44 DMU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S44 DMU has failed 3 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on S44 DMU 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 DMU find?
S44 DMU passed its latest MOT on 8 Oct 2026 with 4 advisories: items removed from driver's view prior to test; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 1 more.

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