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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Petrol · 1998 · 1,600 cc

S47 HCGMOT history

S47 HCG is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 28 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 7 Sept 2023 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 120,814 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Sept 2022.

S47 HCG silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 7 Sept 2023
Mileage
120,814 mi
At MOT on 8 Sept 2022
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,052 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S47 HCG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,600 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
28 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Sept 2023
Latest MOT test
8 Sept 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

S47 HCG was last recorded at 120,814 miles on 8 Sept 2022, 5,625 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Aug 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
115,189 miles · 3 Aug 2021
Between the last two tests
5,625 miles
Average per year
6,052 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 120,814 miles
  • 2021 – 115,189 miles
  • 2020 – 111,818 miles
  • 2019 – 103,858 miles
  • 2018 – 93,475 miles
  • 2017 – 83,811 miles
  • 2016 – 74,113 miles
  • 2015 – 67,030 miles
  • 2014 – 60,113 miles
  • 2013 – 53,708 miles
  • 2012 – 47,120 miles
  • 2011 – 40,567 miles
  • 2010 – 34,222 miles
  • 2009 – 27,590 miles
  • 2008 – 22,664 miles
  • 2007 – 20,015 miles
  • 2005 – 17,920 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass120,814 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (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.

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Engine covers and undertrays fitted

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2019

  • Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

24 tests since 7 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass120,814 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    120,814 miles
    Test number
    666516787635
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail120,814 miles (+5,625)1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,814 miles
    Test number
    396787201236
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass115,189 miles (+3,371)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    115,189 miles
    Test number
    958612028661
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Pass111,818 miles (+16)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    111,818 miles
    Test number
    425004523784
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Fail111,802 miles (+7,944)6 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,802 miles
    Test number
    756464462730
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass103,858 miles2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    103,858 miles
    Test number
    149266475198
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays fitted
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded

  7. Fail103,858 miles (+10,383)2 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,858 miles
    Test number
    405096195478
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays fitted
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded

  8. Pass93,475 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    93,475 miles
    Test number
    735814253170
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak radiator
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust bracket rusted

  9. Fail93,475 miles (+9,664)2 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,475 miles
    Test number
    106679386398
    • FailureNearside Rear Torque/reaction arm has a deteriorated rubber bush resulting in excessive movement axle bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Torque/reaction arm has a deteriorated rubber bush resulting in excessive movement axle bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak radiator
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust bracket rusted

  10. Pass83,811 miles (+9,698)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    83,811 miles
    Test number
    370043577389
    • AdvisoryFront silencer bracket rusted exhaust supported ok
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring rusty
    • AdvisoryRear axle bushes perished
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  11. Pass74,113 miles14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    74,113 miles
    Test number
    742122647650
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust bracket broken
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin all (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement inner rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement inner rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin all on limit (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside big main bushes (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays fitted
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  12. Fail74,113 miles (+7,083)3 failures14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,113 miles
    Test number
    881149869679
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust bracket broken
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin all (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement inner rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement inner rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin all on limit (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside big main bushes (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays fitted
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  13. Pass67,030 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    67,030 miles
    Test number
    119912945146
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryTrailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  14. Fail67,030 miles (+6,917)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,030 miles
    Test number
    506432345189
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryTrailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  15. Pass60,113 miles (+6,405)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    60,113 miles
    Test number
    509569634166
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteFront wiper blades split
    • NoteRear axle bushed perished

  16. Pass53,708 miles (+6,588)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    53,708 miles
    Test number
    308581143111
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNearside front lower arm rear bush starting to split
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Pass47,120 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    47,120 miles
    Test number
    748118032189
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Fail47,120 miles (+6,553)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,120 miles
    Test number
    917848732177
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass40,567 miles (+6,345)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    40,567 miles
    Test number
    928270041144
    • NoteCHILD SEAT FITTED TO O/S/R PREVENTING FULL INSPECTION OF SEAT BELT

  20. Pass34,222 miles (+6,632)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    34,222 miles
    Test number
    774064130141
    • NoteFront brake pads getting low.
    • NoteNearside wiper rubber split.

  21. Pass27,590 miles (+4,926)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    27,590 miles
    Test number
    272268539110
    • NoteBOTH REAR TYRES PERISHING AND SPLITTING BADLY ON SIDE WALLS
    • NoteREAR BRAKE PADS GETTING LOW

  22. Pass22,664 miles (+2,649)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    22,664 miles
    Test number
    721131138146
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on inner edges.

  23. Pass20,015 miles (+2,095)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    20,015 miles
    Test number
    910285857191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass17,920 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    17,920 miles
    Test number
    132950055200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S47 HCG

Does S47 HCG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S47 HCG expired on 7 Sept 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S47 HCG?
The MOT on S47 HCG expired on 7 Sept 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S47 HCG done?
S47 HCG was recorded at 120,814 miles at its MOT on 8 Sept 2022, an average of 6,052 miles a year.
Has S47 HCG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S47 HCG has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Sept 2022.
Has the mileage on S47 HCG 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 S47 HCG find?
S47 HCG passed its latest MOT on 8 Sept 2022 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front brake pad(s) wearing thin; oil leak, but not excessive, and 1 more.

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