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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 2006 · 1,390 cc

S4 YAWMOT history

S4 YAW is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 20 Sept 2006. Its MOT expired on 22 Mar 2024 and it has passed 14 of 22 MOT tests, with 172,062 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Mar 2024.

S4 YAW black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 22 Mar 2024
Mileage
172,062 mi
At MOT on 21 Mar 2024
MOT tests
22
14 passed · 8 failed
Per year
9,546 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S4 YAW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
20 Sept 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Mar 2024
Latest MOT test
21 Mar 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

S4 YAW was last recorded at 172,062 miles on 21 Mar 2024, 12,145 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Mar 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
159,917 miles · 23 Mar 2023
Between the last two tests
12,145 miles
Average per year
9,546 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 172,062 miles
  • 2023 – 159,917 miles
  • 2022 – 148,651 miles
  • 2020 – 144,298 miles
  • 2019 – 138,675 miles
  • 2018 – 130,198 miles
  • 2017 – 115,238 miles
  • 2016 – 100,344 miles
  • 2015 – 86,002 miles
  • 2014 – 74,626 miles
  • 2013 – 69,077 miles
  • 2012 – 62,330 miles
  • 2011 – 54,095 miles
  • 2010 – 44,117 miles
  • 2009 – 33,043 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail172,062 miles
  • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Rear Wheel bearing play so excessive that directional control is impaired (5.1.3 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Rear Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • MajorNearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Central sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • MajorOffside Inner Drive shaft securing bolt loose (6.1.7 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill)(Front to rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • MinorNearside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced Dull (4.2.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted Rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer C.V Boot leaking grease
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy And N/S/R (5.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

22 tests since 28 Aug 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail172,062 miles (+12,145)3 dangerous10 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,062 miles
    Test number
    510684444462
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Wheel bearing play so excessive that directional control is impaired (5.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Central sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Inner Drive shaft securing bolt loose (6.1.7 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill)(Front to rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced Dull (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted Rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer C.V Boot leaking grease
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy And N/S/R (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  2. Pass159,917 miles (+116)4 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    159,917 miles
    Test number
    773830494438
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
  3. Fail159,801 miles (+516)5 major4 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,801 miles
    Test number
    536834122189
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
  4. Fail159,285 miles (+10,634)1 dangerous12 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,285 miles
    Test number
    879310583844
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault traction control light on (7.12 (e))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed front exhaust blowing excessivly (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi joint badly split (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (3.3 (c))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3tyres worn to 3mm tread depth (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass148,651 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    148,651 miles
    Test number
    331984196080
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear parking brake recording lower brake effort than expected
  6. Fail148,651 miles (+4,353)1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,651 miles
    Test number
    182592420652
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear parking brake recording lower brake effort than expected
  7. Pass144,298 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    144,298 miles
    Test number
    572826897686
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
  8. Fail144,295 miles (+5,620)1 dangerous4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,295 miles
    Test number
    362426757695
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
  9. Pass138,675 miles (+8,477)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    138,675 miles
    Test number
    662192099707
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  10. Pass130,198 miles (+14,960)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    130,198 miles
    Test number
    503945912987
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  11. Pass115,238 miles (+14,894)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    115,238 miles
    Test number
    940739880996
    • AdvisoryUnder trays ftd
  12. Pass100,344 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    100,344 miles
    Test number
    618255029873
    • AdvisoryFront tyres caslating
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  13. Fail100,344 miles (+14,342)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,344 miles
    Test number
    519111250661
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryFront tyres caslating
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  14. Pass86,002 miles (+11,376)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    86,002 miles
    Test number
    613016714243
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  15. Pass74,626 miles (+5,549)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    74,626 miles
    Test number
    325540564284
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
  16. Pass69,077 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    69,077 miles
    Test number
    855400963273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail69,077 miles (+6,747)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,077 miles
    Test number
    385910263470
    • FailureBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  18. Pass62,330 miles (+8,235)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    62,330 miles
    Test number
    899578452289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass54,095 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    54,095 miles
    Test number
    365026551256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail54,095 miles (+9,978)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,095 miles
    Test number
    697976351281
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  21. Pass44,117 miles (+11,074)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    44,117 miles
    Test number
    581323550288
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  22. Pass33,043 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    33,043 miles
    Test number
    341590549280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S4 YAW

Does S4 YAW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S4 YAW expired on 22 Mar 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S4 YAW?
The MOT on S4 YAW expired on 22 Mar 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S4 YAW done?
S4 YAW was recorded at 172,062 miles at its MOT on 21 Mar 2024, an average of 9,546 miles a year.
Has S4 YAW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S4 YAW has failed 8 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on S4 YAW 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 S4 YAW find?
S4 YAW failed its latest MOT on 21 Mar 2024 with 3 dangerous defects, 10 major defects, 2 minor defects and 8 advisories: offside rear tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure; offside rear wheel bearing play so excessive that directional control is impaired; offside rear wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up, and 20 more.

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