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Volkswagen Golf

White · Diesel · 2011 · 1,598 cc

S5 NMTMOT history

S5 NMT is a white diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 30 Nov 2011. Its MOT is valid until 11 Sept 2027 and it has passed 13 of 18 MOT tests, with 143,275 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Aug 2026.

S5 NMT white Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 11 Sept 2027
Mileage
143,275 mi
At MOT on 14 Aug 2026
MOT tests
18
13 passed · 5 failed
Per year
9,361 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S5 NMT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
30 Nov 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S5 NMT was last recorded at 143,275 miles on 14 Aug 2026, 3,531 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
139,744 miles · 12 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
3,531 miles
Average per year
9,361 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 143,275 miles
  • 2025 – 139,744 miles
  • 2024 – 139,425 miles
  • 2023 – 135,132 miles
  • 2022 – 128,778 miles
  • 2021 – 120,931 miles
  • 2020 – 114,277 miles
  • 2019 – 107,720 miles
  • 2018 – 96,696 miles
  • 2017 – 85,162 miles
  • 2016 – 60,884 miles
  • 2015 – 45,251 miles
  • 2014 – 33,202 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass143,275 miles
  • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened BOTH SIDES (Spring carrier) (5.3.3 (b) (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.

  • Engine cover fitted not allowing full inspection of components

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of components

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

Full MOT history

18 tests since 10 Nov 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass143,275 miles (+3,531)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    143,275 miles
    Test number
    378685574791
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened BOTH SIDES (Spring carrier) (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass139,744 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    139,744 miles
    Test number
    996480993526

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail139,740 miles (+315)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,740 miles
    Test number
    445371221197
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  4. Pass139,425 miles (+4,293)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    139,425 miles
    Test number
    840264847472

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass135,132 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    135,132 miles
    Test number
    105389547473

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail135,132 miles (+6,354)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,132 miles
    Test number
    613229596038
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  7. Pass128,778 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    128,778 miles
    Test number
    695292562789
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted not allowing full inspection of components
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted not allowing full inspection of components

  8. Fail128,778 miles (+7,847)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,778 miles
    Test number
    568174423855
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted not allowing full inspection of components
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted not allowing full inspection of components

  9. Pass120,931 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    120,931 miles
    Test number
    157666352214
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted not allowing full inspection of components
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of components

  10. Fail120,931 miles (+6,654)2 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,931 miles
    Test number
    194164229783
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 225/45/17 (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 225/45/17 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted not allowing full inspection of components
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of components

  11. Pass114,277 miles (+6,557)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    114,277 miles
    Test number
    673928352348

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass107,720 miles (+11,024)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    107,720 miles
    Test number
    595349774353
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted not allowing full inspection of components
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of components

  13. Pass96,696 miles (+11,534)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    96,696 miles
    Test number
    979108767446
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted not allowing full inspection of components
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of components

  14. Pass85,162 miles (+24,278)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    85,162 miles
    Test number
    254475382202
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNsr and osr handbrake cables worn on body bracing

  15. Pass60,884 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    60,884 miles
    Test number
    760934126158
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  16. Fail60,884 miles (+15,633)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,884 miles
    Test number
    190929970123
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass45,251 miles (+12,049)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    45,251 miles
    Test number
    729663332676

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass33,202 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    33,202 miles
    Test number
    455854314467
    • 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)

Questions about S5 NMT

Does S5 NMT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S5 NMT is valid until 11 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on S5 NMT?
The MOT on S5 NMT is valid until 11 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S5 NMT done?
S5 NMT was recorded at 143,275 miles at its MOT on 14 Aug 2026, an average of 9,361 miles a year.
Has S5 NMT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S5 NMT has failed 5 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on S5 NMT 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 S5 NMT find?
S5 NMT passed its latest MOT on 14 Aug 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: front windscreen wiper blade defective; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; rear suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (spring carrier).

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