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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 1,896 cc

S50 YAXMOT history

S50 YAX is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 2 Sept 2012. Its MOT is valid until 31 Mar 2027 and it has passed 12 of 15 MOT tests, with 99,525 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Apr 2026.

S50 YAX black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 31 Mar 2027
Mileage
99,525 mi
At MOT on 1 Apr 2026
MOT tests
15
12 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,123 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S50 YAX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
2 Sept 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S50 YAX was last recorded at 99,525 miles on 1 Apr 2026, 3,975 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
95,550 miles · 23 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
3,975 miles
Average per year
5,123 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 99,525 miles
  • 2024 – 95,550 miles
  • 2023 – 90,268 miles
  • 2022 – 86,395 miles
  • 2021 – 82,542 miles
  • 2020 – 77,815 miles
  • 2019 – 71,503 miles
  • 2017 – 59,510 miles
  • 2016 – 52,805 miles
  • 2015 – 45,240 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass99,525 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower 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))

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.

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush cracked and perished

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush cracked and perished

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing badly perished and cracked

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

15 tests since 27 Aug 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass99,525 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    99,525 miles
    Test number
    346456980106
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower 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))
  2. Fail99,525 miles (+3,975)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,525 miles
    Test number
    906316555752
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords FRONT AND REAR DEFIRENT SIZE (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower 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))
  3. Pass95,550 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    95,550 miles
    Test number
    131615159824

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail95,549 miles (+5,281)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,549 miles
    Test number
    404333522002
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
  5. Pass90,268 miles (+39)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    90,268 miles
    Test number
    735637869503

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass90,229 miles (+1,635)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    90,229 miles
    Test number
    367341665342

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass88,594 miles (+2,199)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    88,594 miles
    Test number
    615565856025
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin really low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin really low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  8. Pass86,395 miles (+3,853)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    86,395 miles
    Test number
    754948770704
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  9. Pass82,542 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    82,542 miles
    Test number
    690607661744
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush cracked and perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush cracked and perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing badly perished and cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  10. Fail82,542 miles (+4,727)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,542 miles
    Test number
    331955117775
    • MajorBonnet primary retaining device ineffective siezed (3.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush cracked and perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush cracked and perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing badly perished and cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  11. Pass77,815 miles (+6,312)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    77,815 miles
    Test number
    394762299429
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn on inner edges
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  12. Pass71,503 miles (+11,993)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    71,503 miles
    Test number
    855748392261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass59,510 miles (+6,705)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    59,510 miles
    Test number
    122434605654
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  14. Pass52,805 miles (+7,565)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    52,805 miles
    Test number
    201703070633

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass45,240 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    45,240 miles
    Test number
    157549135226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S50 YAX

Does S50 YAX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S50 YAX is valid until 31 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on S50 YAX?
The MOT on S50 YAX is valid until 31 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S50 YAX done?
S50 YAX was recorded at 99,525 miles at its MOT on 1 Apr 2026, an average of 5,123 miles a year.
Has S50 YAX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S50 YAX has failed 3 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on S50 YAX 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 S50 YAX find?
S50 YAX passed its latest MOT on 1 Apr 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement.

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