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Volkswagen Golf

Yellow · Petrol · 1998 · 1,600 cc

S62 BEUMOT history

S62 BEU is a yellow petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 17 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 6 Oct 2022 and it has passed 15 of 27 MOT tests, with 109,713 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Sept 2022.

S62 BEU yellow Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 6 Oct 2022
Mileage
109,713 mi
At MOT on 28 Sept 2022
MOT tests
27
15 passed · 12 failed
Per year
3,367 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S62 BEU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Yellow
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,600 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
17 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Oct 2022
Latest MOT test
28 Sept 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

S62 BEU was last recorded at 109,713 miles on 28 Sept 2022, 2,111 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Oct 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 14 Nov 2014: 84,184 miles, lower than 794,461 miles on 13 Nov 2013.
  • 17 Nov 2014: 82,568 miles, lower than 84,184 miles on 14 Nov 2014.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
107,602 miles · 7 Oct 2021
Between the last two tests
2,111 miles
Average per year
3,367 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 109,713 miles
  • 2021 – 107,602 miles
  • 2020 – 98,971 miles
  • 2019 – 97,798 miles
  • 2018 – 95,963 miles
  • 2016 – 91,519 miles
  • 2015 – 86,202 miles
  • 2014 – 82,568 miles
  • 2013 – 794,461 miles
  • 2012 – 75,828 miles
  • 2011 – 70,898 miles
  • 2010 – 66,996 miles
  • 2009 – 64,093 miles
  • 2008 – 61,697 miles
  • 2007 – 59,271 miles
  • 2006 – 56,487 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail109,713 miles
  • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
  • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (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))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

27 tests since 7 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail109,713 miles (+2,111)2 dangerous6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,713 miles
    Test number
    358404370691
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • 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 default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass107,602 miles (+272)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    107,602 miles
    Test number
    584705121238
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail107,330 miles (+8,359)1 dangerous6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,330 miles
    Test number
    167196063214
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryExhaust head shield loose on back box

  4. Pass98,971 miles (+5)3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2021
    Odometer
    98,971 miles
    Test number
    606699728650
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Fail98,966 miles (+1,168)2 dangerous3 major3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,966 miles
    Test number
    810214658096
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass97,798 miles (+1,835)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    97,798 miles
    Test number
    954716218245
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass95,963 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    95,963 miles
    Test number
    641081225588
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wing mirror damaged(no sharp edges)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear lamp damaged
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  8. Fail95,963 miles (+2,026)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,963 miles
    Test number
    552071949264
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement hand brake calaprer( passed brake test) (3.5.1k)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wing mirror damaged(no sharp edges)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear lamp damaged
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  9. Fail93,937 miles (+2,418)9 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,937 miles
    Test number
    234327905139
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake cable has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick apera to be breaking up (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  10. Pass91,519 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    91,519 miles
    Test number
    662163382218
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules fronts (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit fronts (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySlight bind on rear wheels

  11. Fail91,519 miles (+5,317)3 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,519 miles
    Test number
    380637203635
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules fronts (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit fronts (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySlight bind on rear wheels

  12. Pass86,202 miles (+3,634)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    86,202 miles
    Test number
    530158976480

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass82,568 miles (-1,616)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    82,568 miles
    Test number
    858381624311

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail84,184 miles (-710,277)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,184 miles
    Test number
    237298914339
    • FailureOffside Rear Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

  15. Pass794,461 miles (+715,015)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    794,461 miles
    Test number
    395867313386

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail79,446 miles (+3,618)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,446 miles
    Test number
    816956213313
    • FailureRear Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

  17. Pass75,828 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    75,828 miles
    Test number
    195761822331
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  18. Fail75,828 miles (+4,930)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,828 miles
    Test number
    766811722372
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  19. Pass70,898 miles (+3,902)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    70,898 miles
    Test number
    369079601360

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass66,996 miles (+2,903)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    66,996 miles
    Test number
    734383030313
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

  21. Pass64,093 miles4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    64,093 miles
    Test number
    470687139337
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth front wiper blades fitted upside down
    • NoteO/s rear brake has been binding at sometime

  22. Fail64,093 miles (+2,396)2 repaired4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,093 miles
    Test number
    500697139336
    • Repaired at testBrake servo vacuum pipe split (3.6.C.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth front wiper blades fitted upside down
    • NoteO/s rear brake has been binding at sometime

  23. Pass61,697 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    61,697 miles
    Test number
    322015538313
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • 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)

  24. Fail61,697 miles (+2,426)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,697 miles
    Test number
    760005938390
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • 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)

  25. Pass59,271 miles (+2,784)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    59,271 miles
    Test number
    253048037312
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre has slight sidewall damage and is also starting to crack

  26. Pass56,487 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    56,487 miles
    Test number
    554571446353

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. FailMileage not read1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    132931946345
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Questions about S62 BEU

Does S62 BEU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S62 BEU expired on 6 Oct 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S62 BEU?
The MOT on S62 BEU expired on 6 Oct 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S62 BEU done?
S62 BEU was recorded at 109,713 miles at its MOT on 28 Sept 2022, an average of 3,367 miles a year.
Has S62 BEU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S62 BEU has failed 12 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Sept 2022.
Has the mileage on S62 BEU ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 14 Nov 2014. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S62 BEU find?
S62 BEU failed its latest MOT on 28 Sept 2022 with 2 dangerous defects, 6 major defects and 2 advisories: parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value; stop lamp(s) all not working; exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits, and 7 more.

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