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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 1,600 cc

S56 UABMOT history

S56 UAB is a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 6 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 24 Jul 2024 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 155,498 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Jul 2023.

S56 UAB blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 24 Jul 2024
Mileage
155,498 mi
At MOT on 25 Jul 2023
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,181 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S56 UAB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,600 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
6 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Jul 2024
Latest MOT test
25 Jul 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

S56 UAB was last recorded at 155,498 miles on 25 Jul 2023, 7 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jul 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
155,491 miles · 22 Jul 2023
Between the last two tests
7 miles
Average per year
4,181 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 155,498 miles
  • 2022 – 155,081 miles
  • 2021 – 153,885 miles
  • 2020 – 152,776 miles
  • 2019 – 151,650 miles
  • 2018 – 149,948 miles
  • 2017 – 148,406 miles
  • 2016 – 146,264 miles
  • 2015 – 144,371 miles
  • 2014 – 141,225 miles
  • 2013 – 138,288 miles
  • 2012 – 135,279 miles
  • 2011 – 130,455 miles
  • 2010 – 122,400 miles
  • 2009 – 112,864 miles
  • 2008 – 102,857 miles
  • 2007 – 92,925 miles
  • 2006 – 83,618 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass155,498 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive GEARBOX (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisorySHAFT GEARBOX BULTS LOOSERecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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 Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2006–2017

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2012

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2012

Full MOT history

25 tests since 16 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass155,498 miles (+7)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    155,498 miles
    Test number
    254539923633
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive GEARBOX (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySHAFT GEARBOX BULTS LOOSE

  2. Fail155,491 miles (+410)2 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,491 miles
    Test number
    647936515019
    • DangerousFuel hose leaking excessively or a risk of fire (6.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed FUEL LEAK A LOT (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive GEARBOX (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySHAFT GEARBOX BULTS LOOSE

  3. Pass155,081 miles (+8)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    155,081 miles
    Test number
    589358130170
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Fail155,073 miles (+1,188)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,073 miles
    Test number
    435693554086
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass153,885 miles (+1,109)3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    153,885 miles
    Test number
    365108054303
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass152,776 miles (+1,126)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2021
    Odometer
    152,776 miles
    Test number
    887153987770
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D rubbers (5.3.4 (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 Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage 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 rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Pass151,650 miles (+1,702)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    151,650 miles
    Test number
    771454301800
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D rubber (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D rubber (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass149,948 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    149,948 miles
    Test number
    339717118149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail149,945 miles (+1,539)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,945 miles
    Test number
    624541315236
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported centre mount broken (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  10. Pass148,406 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    148,406 miles
    Test number
    765287614136
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  11. Fail148,403 miles (+2,139)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,403 miles
    Test number
    945922146110
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  12. Pass146,264 miles (+1,893)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    146,264 miles
    Test number
    880680810355
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryCenter exhaust bracket broken

  13. Pass144,371 miles (+3,146)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    144,371 miles
    Test number
    908481595014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass141,225 miles (+2,937)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    141,225 miles
    Test number
    916573894024
    • NoteNsr caliper/hose damp

  15. Fail138,288 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,288 miles
    Test number
    406854313161
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  16. Pass138,288 miles (+3,009)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2014
    Odometer
    138,288 miles
    Test number
    808724313123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass135,279 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2013
    Odometer
    135,279 miles
    Test number
    247552732186
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Fail135,279 miles (+4,824)4 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,279 miles
    Test number
    849152532162
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  19. Pass130,455 miles (+8,055)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2012
    Odometer
    130,455 miles
    Test number
    546457831148
    • DangerousNail in offside rear tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  20. Pass122,400 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2011
    Odometer
    122,400 miles
    Test number
    220570720409
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  21. Fail122,400 miles (+9,536)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,400 miles
    Test number
    540210920155
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass112,864 miles (+10,007)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2010
    Odometer
    112,864 miles
    Test number
    124791139177
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass102,857 miles (+9,932)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2009
    Odometer
    102,857 miles
    Test number
    251401438415
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  24. Pass92,925 miles (+9,307)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2008
    Odometer
    92,925 miles
    Test number
    292562727424
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass83,618 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2007
    Odometer
    83,618 miles
    Test number
    332356636124
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteO/s front tyre worn bit low on inner edge

Questions about S56 UAB

Does S56 UAB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S56 UAB expired on 24 Jul 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S56 UAB?
The MOT on S56 UAB expired on 24 Jul 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S56 UAB done?
S56 UAB was recorded at 155,498 miles at its MOT on 25 Jul 2023, an average of 4,181 miles a year.
Has S56 UAB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S56 UAB has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on S56 UAB 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 S56 UAB find?
S56 UAB passed its latest MOT on 25 Jul 2023 with 4 advisories: offside rear coil spring corroded; oil leak, but not excessive; oil leak, but not excessive gearbox, and 1 more.

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