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Volkswagen Golf

Orange and Black · Petrol · 1998 · 1,984 cc

S54 BFCMOT history

S54 BFC is an orange and black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 5 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 9 Jun 2023 and it has passed 10 of 12 MOT tests, with 65,201 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Jun 2022.

S54 BFC orange Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 9 Jun 2023
Mileage
65,201 mi
At MOT on 7 Jun 2022
MOT tests
12
10 passed · 2 failed
Per year
2,008 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S54 BFC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Orange and Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
5 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Jun 2023
Latest MOT test
7 Jun 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

S54 BFC was last recorded at 65,201 miles on 7 Jun 2022, 1,006 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Jun 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
64,195 miles · 10 Jun 2021
Between the last two tests
1,006 miles
Average per year
2,008 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 65,201 miles
  • 2021 – 64,195 miles
  • 2019 – 55,929 miles
  • 2018 – 55,919 miles
  • 2010 – 54,764 miles
  • 2009 – 50,852 miles
  • 2008 – 47,016 miles
  • 2007 – 45,033 miles
  • 2006 – 38,324 miles
  • 2005 – 31,383 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass65,201 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Rear Brake Pipes Above Axle (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryCoolant leak Above Power Steering Pump
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Rear Sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced B Pillar (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021

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 mirror glass cracked

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • X 2 rear discs corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • X 2 rear tyres tread low and perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2010

  • Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2010

Full MOT history

12 tests since 3 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass65,201 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    65,201 miles
    Test number
    880916830153
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Rear Brake Pipes Above Axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak Above Power Steering Pump
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Rear Sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced B Pillar (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail65,201 miles (+1,006)1 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,201 miles
    Test number
    472724025319
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Rear Brake Pipes Above Axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak Above Power Steering Pump
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Rear Sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced B Pillar (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass64,195 miles (+8,266)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    64,195 miles
    Test number
    596738582261
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced B Pillar (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Over Axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Over Axle (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass55,929 miles (+10)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    55,929 miles
    Test number
    778720731158
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass55,919 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    55,919 miles
    Test number
    698632733720
    • AdvisoryNearside Front mirror glass cracked
    • AdvisoryDrivers seat will not tip forward
    • AdvisoryX 2 rear discs corroded
    • AdvisoryX 2 rear tyres tread low and perishing

  6. Fail55,918 miles (+1,154)7 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,918 miles
    Test number
    758031757395
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Battery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front mirror glass cracked
    • AdvisoryDrivers seat will not tip foward
    • AdvisoryX 2 rear discs corroded
    • AdvisoryX 2 rear tyres tread low and perishing

  7. Pass54,764 miles (+3,912)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    54,764 miles
    Test number
    331017410277
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  8. Pass50,852 miles (+3,836)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    50,852 miles
    Test number
    630351119243
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteN/s/r tyre tread getting low
    • NoteRear tyres perished

  9. Pass47,016 miles (+1,983)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    47,016 miles
    Test number
    820821008207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass45,033 miles (+6,709)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    45,033 miles
    Test number
    844320727250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass38,324 miles (+6,941)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    38,324 miles
    Test number
    613649216224
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  12. Pass31,383 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    31,383 miles
    Test number
    804055715214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S54 BFC

Does S54 BFC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S54 BFC expired on 9 Jun 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S54 BFC?
The MOT on S54 BFC expired on 9 Jun 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S54 BFC done?
S54 BFC was recorded at 65,201 miles at its MOT on 7 Jun 2022, an average of 2,008 miles a year.
Has S54 BFC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S54 BFC has failed 2 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Jun 2022.
Has the mileage on S54 BFC 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 S54 BFC find?
S54 BFC passed its latest MOT on 7 Jun 2022 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear brake pipes above axle; coolant leak above power steering pump, and 2 more.

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