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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2006 · 1,968 cc

S44 TPEMOT history

S44 TPE is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 1 Sept 2006. Its MOT is valid until 4 Feb 2027 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 202,553 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Feb 2026.

S44 TPE black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 4 Feb 2027
Mileage
202,553 mi
At MOT on 3 Feb 2026
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
10,218 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S44 TPE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
1 Sept 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S44 TPE was last recorded at 202,553 miles on 3 Feb 2026, 6,255 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
196,298 miles · 2 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
6,255 miles
Average per year
10,218 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 202,553 miles
  • 2025 – 196,298 miles
  • 2024 – 193,035 miles
  • 2023 – 173,087 miles
  • 2022 – 168,844 miles
  • 2020 – 159,119 miles
  • 2019 – 145,722 miles
  • 2018 – 120,352 miles
  • 2017 – 106,873 miles
  • 2016 – 93,166 miles
  • 2015 – 82,085 miles
  • 2013 – 67,680 miles
  • 2012 – 58,998 miles
  • 2011 – 50,360 miles
  • 2010 – 41,768 miles
  • 2009 – 34,525 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass202,553 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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.

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

27 tests since 25 Aug 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass202,553 miles (+6,255)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    202,553 miles
    Test number
    339437471829
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass196,298 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    196,298 miles
    Test number
    834685610494
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Fail196,298 miles (+3,263)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    196,298 miles
    Test number
    599345634516
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill, marked yellow (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Pass193,035 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    193,035 miles
    Test number
    931765860090
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Fail193,035 miles (+21)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,035 miles
    Test number
    325553412879
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Fail193,014 miles (+19,927)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,014 miles
    Test number
    446529444567
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner and outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass173,087 miles (+4,243)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    173,087 miles
    Test number
    392031287229
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass168,844 miles (+24)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    168,844 miles
    Test number
    811244224587
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail168,820 miles (+9,701)1 dangerous10 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,820 miles
    Test number
    171358492842
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorElectronic power steering warning lamp indicates a system malfunction (2.6 (a))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorExhaust diesel particulate filter shows evidence of tampering. (8.2.2.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass159,119 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    159,119 miles
    Test number
    377542711429
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pads sensor cut
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Chip in windscreen
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Fail159,119 miles (+12,575)1 dangerous1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,119 miles
    Test number
    883161056318
    • DangerousFront Inner Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pads sensor cut
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Chip in windscreen
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass146,544 miles (+822)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    146,544 miles
    Test number
    186845334752
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases from egr valve (6.1.2 (a))

  13. Fail145,722 miles (+25,370)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,722 miles
    Test number
    156811671721
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases egr (6.1.2 (a))

  14. Pass120,352 miles (+13,479)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    120,352 miles
    Test number
    604230196456
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  15. Pass106,873 miles (+13,707)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    106,873 miles
    Test number
    664540469592

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass93,166 miles (+11,081)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    93,166 miles
    Test number
    424755809310

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass82,085 miles (+30)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    82,085 miles
    Test number
    313134318867
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass82,055 miles (+9,323)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    82,055 miles
    Test number
    878138062650
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  19. Pass72,732 miles (+5,052)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    72,732 miles
    Test number
    989883105182
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass67,680 miles (+106)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    67,680 miles
    Test number
    807099963142
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  21. Fail67,574 miles (+8,576)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,574 miles
    Test number
    919945963193
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  22. Pass58,998 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    58,998 miles
    Test number
    269940202251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail58,998 miles (+8,638)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,998 miles
    Test number
    816880602261
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  24. Pass50,360 miles (+8,592)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    50,360 miles
    Test number
    618272271284
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  25. Pass41,768 miles (+7,243)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    41,768 miles
    Test number
    581715430266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass34,525 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    34,525 miles
    Test number
    282457039215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail34,525 miles1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,525 miles
    Test number
    583237139243
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about S44 TPE

Does S44 TPE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S44 TPE is valid until 4 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on S44 TPE?
The MOT on S44 TPE is valid until 4 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S44 TPE done?
S44 TPE was recorded at 202,553 miles at its MOT on 3 Feb 2026, an average of 10,218 miles a year.
Has S44 TPE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S44 TPE has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on S44 TPE 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 TPE find?
S44 TPE passed its latest MOT on 3 Feb 2026 with 1 advisory: central front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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