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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 1,600 cc

S46 SAHMOT history

S46 SAH is a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 28 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 16 Nov 2024 and it has passed 18 of 29 MOT tests, with 140,344 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Nov 2023.

S46 SAH blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 16 Nov 2024
Mileage
140,344 mi
At MOT on 17 Nov 2023
MOT tests
29
18 passed · 11 failed
Per year
5,222 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S46 SAH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,600 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
28 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Nov 2024
Latest MOT test
17 Nov 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

S46 SAH was last recorded at 140,344 miles on 17 Nov 2023, 7,603 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Jan 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
132,741 miles · 10 Jan 2023
Between the last two tests
7,603 miles
Average per year
5,222 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 140,344 miles
  • 2021 – 116,322 miles
  • 2020 – 108,680 miles
  • 2019 – 101,072 miles
  • 2018 – 96,597 miles
  • 2017 – 89,048 miles
  • 2015 – 87,649 miles
  • 2014 – 82,717 miles
  • 2013 – 76,699 miles
  • 2012 – 75,222 miles
  • 2011 – 73,380 miles
  • 2010 – 71,800 miles
  • 2009 – 69,652 miles
  • 2008 – 65,914 miles
  • 2007 – 59,172 miles
  • 2006 – 51,839 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass140,344 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019

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 Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2018

  • Offside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2012

Full MOT history

29 tests since 6 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass140,344 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    140,344 miles
    Test number
    591441170886
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail140,344 miles (+7,603)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,344 miles
    Test number
    231081104017
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass132,741 miles (+16,419)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    132,741 miles
    Test number
    620742150722
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass116,322 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    116,322 miles
    Test number
    693782876198
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))

  5. Fail116,322 miles (+7,642)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,322 miles
    Test number
    158600962672
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))

  6. Pass108,680 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    108,680 miles
    Test number
    684696648580
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive gear box area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Fail108,680 miles (+7,608)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,680 miles
    Test number
    285467278919
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working side light (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive gear box area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass101,072 miles (+4,475)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    101,072 miles
    Test number
    790986724206
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass96,597 miles (+14)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    96,597 miles
    Test number
    922124762616
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Fail96,583 miles (+5,658)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,583 miles
    Test number
    994848231309
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass90,925 miles (+8)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    90,925 miles
    Test number
    272586833282
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  12. Fail90,917 miles (+1,869)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,917 miles
    Test number
    280210614778
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryEngine coolant below min ...

  13. Pass89,048 miles (+1,399)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    89,048 miles
    Test number
    641271183012
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak

  14. Pass87,649 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    87,649 miles
    Test number
    593954869130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail87,649 miles (+4,932)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,649 miles
    Test number
    594012154234
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

  16. Pass82,717 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    82,717 miles
    Test number
    506316054372

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail82,717 miles (+6,018)3 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,717 miles
    Test number
    837096654307
    • DangerousFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • DangerousFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  18. Pass76,699 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    76,699 miles
    Test number
    319744953368
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn edges and near limit
    • NoteNearside mirror head damaged
    • NoteRear number plate deteriorating

  19. Fail76,699 miles (+1,477)1 failure4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,699 miles
    Test number
    486483153338
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn edges and near limit
    • NoteIdle speed erratic
    • NoteNearside mirror head damaged
    • NoteRear number plate deteriorating

  20. Pass75,222 miles2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    75,222 miles
    Test number
    237404662376
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteHeadlamp masks/converters fitted
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteRear brake discs slightly pitted

  21. Fail75,222 miles (+1,842)3 repaired2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,222 miles
    Test number
    737424262337
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteHeadlamp masks/converters fitted
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteRear brake discs slightly pitted

  22. Pass73,380 miles (+1,580)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    73,380 miles
    Test number
    489693151365
    • NoteABS warning lamp intermittent fault - possibly due to battery condition
    • NoteFront tyre pressures appear low
    • NoteNearside mirror damaged
    • NoteUnablew to see brake pads clearly

  23. Pass71,800 miles (+2,148)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    71,800 miles
    Test number
    834858750345

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass69,652 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    69,652 miles
    Test number
    483541439300
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged

  25. Fail69,652 miles (+3,738)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,652 miles
    Test number
    842241139358
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged

  26. Pass65,914 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    65,914 miles
    Test number
    512958638380

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail65,914 miles (+6,742)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,914 miles
    Test number
    242608538356
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  28. Pass59,172 miles (+7,333)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    59,172 miles
    Test number
    830249047339
    • NoteWelds broken on centre exhaust mounting

  29. Pass51,839 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    51,839 miles
    Test number
    211330446334
    • NoteCentre exhaust mounting welds broken

Questions about S46 SAH

Does S46 SAH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S46 SAH expired on 16 Nov 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S46 SAH?
The MOT on S46 SAH expired on 16 Nov 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S46 SAH done?
S46 SAH was recorded at 140,344 miles at its MOT on 17 Nov 2023, an average of 5,222 miles a year.
Has S46 SAH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S46 SAH has failed 11 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on S46 SAH 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 S46 SAH find?
S46 SAH passed its latest MOT on 17 Nov 2023 with 2 advisories: rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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