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Volkswagen Golf

Yellow and Black · Petrol · 1998 · 1,781 cc

S53 JGCMOT history

S53 JGC is a yellow and black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 2 Dec 1998. Its MOT is valid until 26 Nov 2026 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 110,794 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Nov 2025.

S53 JGC yellow Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 26 Nov 2026
Mileage
110,794 mi
At MOT on 26 Nov 2025
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,043 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S53 JGC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Yellow and Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
2 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
26 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S53 JGC was last recorded at 110,794 miles on 26 Nov 2025, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
110,793 miles · 24 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
4,043 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 110,794 miles
  • 2024 – 109,533 miles
  • 2022 – 102,649 miles
  • 2021 – 94,987 miles
  • 2020 – 89,720 miles
  • 2019 – 84,854 miles
  • 2018 – 79,891 miles
  • 2017 – 68,644 miles
  • 2016 – 68,428 miles
  • 2015 – 66,752 miles
  • 2014 – 65,859 miles
  • 2013 – 63,888 miles
  • 2012 – 60,093 miles
  • 2011 – 55,279 miles
  • 2009 – 46,670 miles
  • 2008 – 40,024 miles
  • 2007 – 36,782 miles
  • 2006 – 34,065 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass110,794 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to n.s.r end bit corroding (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play borderline (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Central Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chips.

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Coolant leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

26 tests since 4 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass110,794 miles (+1)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    110,794 miles
    Test number
    931809075985
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to n.s.r end bit corroding (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play borderline (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  2. Fail110,793 miles (+1,260)1 dangerous4 major2 repaired1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,793 miles
    Test number
    195399975834
    • DangerousDriver's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.5 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to n.s.r end bit corroding (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play borderline (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  3. Pass109,533 miles (+6,884)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    109,533 miles
    Test number
    692772543007
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnderside has corrosion

  4. Pass102,649 miles1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    102,649 miles
    Test number
    644815743974
    • MinorCentral Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chips. (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail102,649 miles (+7,662)1 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,649 miles
    Test number
    836370775617
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorCentral Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chips. (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass94,987 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    94,987 miles
    Test number
    922150681680
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  7. Fail94,987 miles (+5,267)2 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,987 miles
    Test number
    605197604697
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  8. Pass89,720 miles (+21)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    89,720 miles
    Test number
    897398454890
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside has slight corrosion

  9. Fail89,699 miles (+4,845)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,699 miles
    Test number
    955712600540
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside has slight corrosion

  10. Pass84,854 miles (+4,963)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    84,854 miles
    Test number
    855501778952

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass79,891 miles (+11,247)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    79,891 miles
    Test number
    236424859959
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON LIMIT (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  12. Pass68,644 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    68,644 miles
    Test number
    678277347900
    • AdvisorySlight exhaust leaks

  13. Fail68,642 miles (+214)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,642 miles
    Test number
    718681351037
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisorySlight exhaust leaks

  14. Pass68,428 miles (+4)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    68,428 miles
    Test number
    652118676806
    • AdvisoryAll discs rusty
    • AdvisoryChips on windscreen
    • AdvisoryFront tyres slightly perished
    • AdvisorySlight play in front top mounts
    • AdvisorySmall exhaust leak
    • AdvisoryVarious rust patches (inner sills, sill ends, outer sills)

  15. Fail68,424 miles (+1,672)1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,424 miles
    Test number
    592653612885
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryAll discs rusty
    • AdvisoryChips on windscreen
    • AdvisoryFront tyres slightly perished
    • AdvisorySlight play in front top mounts
    • AdvisorySmall exhaust leak
    • AdvisoryVarious rust patches (inner sills, sill ends, outer sills)

  16. Pass66,752 miles (+893)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    66,752 miles
    Test number
    267007315131
    • NoteAll discs rusty
    • NoteChips on screen
    • NoteSlight run out on front brakes

  17. Pass65,859 miles (+2)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    65,859 miles
    Test number
    745970724106
    • NoteBoth rear wheel bearings have slight play and are slightly noisey
    • NoteOffside front inner rack end has slight play
    • NoteSurface corrosuion on inner sill areas

  18. Fail65,857 miles (+1,969)2 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,857 miles
    Test number
    467189214127
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth rear wheel bearings have slight play and are slightly noisey
    • NoteOffside front inner rack end has slight play
    • NoteSurface corrosuion on inner sill areas

  19. Pass63,888 miles (+3,795)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    63,888 miles
    Test number
    936397803138
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteFront tyres low on edges

  20. Pass60,093 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2013
    Odometer
    60,093 miles
    Test number
    265132452424

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail60,093 miles (+4,814)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,093 miles
    Test number
    806252152159
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  22. Pass55,279 miles (+8,609)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2012
    Odometer
    55,279 miles
    Test number
    538596531160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass46,670 miles (+6,646)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    46,670 miles
    Test number
    691038439359
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass40,024 miles (+3,242)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    40,024 miles
    Test number
    402790948397

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass36,782 miles (+2,717)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    36,782 miles
    Test number
    690087537360
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  26. Pass34,065 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    34,065 miles
    Test number
    471108836404
    • NoteSlight imbalance on front brakes
    • NoteSlight play in both front suspension top mountings

Questions about S53 JGC

Does S53 JGC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S53 JGC is valid until 26 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on S53 JGC?
The MOT on S53 JGC is valid until 26 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S53 JGC done?
S53 JGC was recorded at 110,794 miles at its MOT on 26 Nov 2025, an average of 4,043 miles a year.
Has S53 JGC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S53 JGC has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on S53 JGC 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 S53 JGC find?
S53 JGC passed its latest MOT on 26 Nov 2025 with 1 minor defect and 8 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to n.s.r end bit corroding; nearside play in steering rack inner joint(s), and 6 more.

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