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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Petrol · 1998 · 1,600 cc

S57 JSPMOT history

S57 JSP is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 20 Sept 1998. Its MOT expired on 3 Jun 2026 and it has passed 19 of 24 MOT tests, with 89,342 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Jun 2026.

S57 JSP silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 3 Jun 2026
Mileage
89,342 mi
At MOT on 1 Jun 2026
MOT tests
24
19 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,163 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S57 JSP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,600 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
20 Sept 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Jun 2026
Latest MOT test
1 Jun 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

S57 JSP was last recorded at 89,342 miles on 1 Jun 2026, 1,918 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
87,424 miles · 4 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
1,918 miles
Average per year
3,163 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 89,342 miles
  • 2025 – 87,424 miles
  • 2024 – 85,808 miles
  • 2023 – 83,621 miles
  • 2022 – 82,482 miles
  • 2021 – 81,316 miles
  • 2020 – 80,404 miles
  • 2019 – 78,635 miles
  • 2018 – 76,836 miles
  • 2017 – 75,634 miles
  • 2016 – 71,858 miles
  • 2015 – 62,019 miles
  • 2014 – 57,395 miles
  • 2013 – 54,002 miles
  • 2011 – 50,213 miles
  • 2010 – 45,755 miles
  • 2009 – 36,640 miles
  • 2008 – 30,514 miles
  • 2007 – 29,115 miles
  • 2006 – 26,991 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail89,342 miles
  • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases backbox advised (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear axle corroded not effecting overall rigidity

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.

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

  • Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

24 tests since 13 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail89,342 miles (+1,918)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,342 miles
    Test number
    128201676054
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases backbox advised (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded not effecting overall rigidity
  2. Pass87,424 miles (+1,616)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    87,424 miles
    Test number
    457319096482
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner and outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner and outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  3. Pass85,808 miles (+2,187)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2025
    Odometer
    85,808 miles
    Test number
    153096332127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass83,621 miles (+1,139)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    83,621 miles
    Test number
    574469985894

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass82,482 miles (+1,166)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    82,482 miles
    Test number
    590440619107
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  6. Pass81,316 miles (+912)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    81,316 miles
    Test number
    718891538534
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  7. Pass80,404 miles (+1,769)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    80,404 miles
    Test number
    399083200769

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass78,635 miles (+1,799)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    78,635 miles
    Test number
    160081229621

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass76,836 miles (+1,202)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    76,836 miles
    Test number
    488775771990
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  10. Pass75,634 miles (+3,776)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    75,634 miles
    Test number
    956854691456
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coolant leak radiator
  11. Pass71,858 miles (+9,839)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    71,858 miles
    Test number
    782221612492
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
  12. Pass62,019 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    62,019 miles
    Test number
    168621615057
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
  13. Fail62,019 miles (+4,624)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,019 miles
    Test number
    317621115089
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
  14. Pass57,395 miles (+3,393)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    57,395 miles
    Test number
    467464614073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass54,002 miles (+3,789)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    54,002 miles
    Test number
    919989913097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass50,213 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2012
    Odometer
    50,213 miles
    Test number
    266867341113
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteFront discs corroded
  17. Fail50,213 miles (+4,458)2 failures6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,213 miles
    Test number
    827206841147
    • FailureFront Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteAll discs corroded
  18. Pass45,755 miles (+9,115)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    45,755 miles
    Test number
    351267860440

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass36,640 miles (+6,126)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    36,640 miles
    Test number
    343948559260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass30,514 miles (+1)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    30,514 miles
    Test number
    144139658236
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBoth front tyres badly perished
    • NoteBoth rear tyres slightly perished
    • NoteCenter exhaust support bracket loose
  21. Fail30,513 miles (+1,398)3 failures4 repaired1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,513 miles
    Test number
    723237358206
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBoth front tyres badly perished
    • NoteBoth rear tyres slightly perished
    • NoteCenter exhaust support bracket loose
  22. Pass29,115 miles (+2,124)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    29,115 miles
    Test number
    321107857291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass26,991 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    26,991 miles
    Test number
    431946156201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail26,991 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,991 miles
    Test number
    843056056294
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Questions about S57 JSP

Does S57 JSP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S57 JSP expired on 3 Jun 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S57 JSP?
The MOT on S57 JSP expired on 3 Jun 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S57 JSP done?
S57 JSP was recorded at 89,342 miles at its MOT on 1 Jun 2026, an average of 3,163 miles a year.
Has S57 JSP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S57 JSP has failed 5 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on S57 JSP 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 S57 JSP find?
S57 JSP failed its latest MOT on 1 Jun 2026 with 3 major defects and 3 advisories: exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases backbox advised; nearside front position lamp not working; offside front integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill, and 3 more.

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