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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 1,600 cc

S678 JGCMOT history

S678 JGC is a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 1 Dec 1998. Its MOT expired on 17 May 2024 and it has passed 17 of 20 MOT tests, with 105,690 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 May 2023.

S678 JGC blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 17 May 2024
Mileage
105,690 mi
At MOT on 18 May 2023
MOT tests
20
17 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,885 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S678 JGC
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
1 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 May 2024
Latest MOT test
18 May 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

S678 JGC was last recorded at 105,690 miles on 18 May 2023, 3,174 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Apr 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 5 Apr 2014: 34,650 miles, lower than 60,423 miles on 30 Mar 2013.

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
102,516 miles · 25 Apr 2022
Between the last two tests
3,174 miles
Average per year
3,885 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 105,690 miles
  • 2022 – 102,516 miles
  • 2021 – 97,192 miles
  • 2020 – 93,466 miles
  • 2019 – 83,771 miles
  • 2018 – 80,866 miles
  • 2017 – 76,984 miles
  • 2016 – 72,179 miles
  • 2015 – 68,221 miles
  • 2014 – 34,650 miles
  • 2013 – 60,423 miles
  • 2012 – 56,300 miles
  • 2011 – 51,994 miles
  • 2010 – 48,528 miles
  • 2009 – 44,104 miles
  • 2008 – 40,182 miles
  • 2006 – 38,368 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass105,690 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2018

Full MOT history

20 tests since 18 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass105,690 miles (+3,174)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2024
    Odometer
    105,690 miles
    Test number
    197938472051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass102,516 miles (+276)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    102,516 miles
    Test number
    962026219652

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail102,240 miles (+5,048)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,240 miles
    Test number
    331290105503
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  4. Pass97,192 miles (+254)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    97,192 miles
    Test number
    793437339420

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail96,938 miles (+3,472)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,938 miles
    Test number
    526512504725
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

  6. Pass93,466 miles (+9,695)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    93,466 miles
    Test number
    370841410624
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass83,771 miles (+2,905)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    83,771 miles
    Test number
    357237924466
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass80,866 miles (+3,882)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    80,866 miles
    Test number
    812546776813
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  9. Pass76,984 miles (+4,805)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    76,984 miles
    Test number
    346436380357
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted....

  10. Pass72,179 miles (+3,958)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    72,179 miles
    Test number
    364422478893
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

  11. Pass68,221 miles (+33,571)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    68,221 miles
    Test number
    728891495023
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  12. Fail34,650 miles1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,650 miles
    Test number
    505485594029
    • Repaired at testBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  13. Pass34,650 miles (-25,773)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    34,650 miles
    Test number
    859455694043
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Pass60,423 miles (+4,123)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    60,423 miles
    Test number
    639949883049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass56,300 miles (+4,306)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    56,300 miles
    Test number
    279768792036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass51,994 miles (+3,466)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    51,994 miles
    Test number
    627982491026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass48,528 miles (+4,424)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    48,528 miles
    Test number
    524982800149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass44,104 miles (+3,922)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    44,104 miles
    Test number
    461094399092
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  19. Pass40,182 miles (+1,814)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    40,182 miles
    Test number
    274416018405
    • NoteFront near side tyre worn on inner edge
    • NoteWiper blades smear slighty

  20. Pass38,368 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    38,368 miles
    Test number
    341608616063
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Questions about S678 JGC

Does S678 JGC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S678 JGC expired on 17 May 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S678 JGC?
The MOT on S678 JGC expired on 17 May 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S678 JGC done?
S678 JGC was recorded at 105,690 miles at its MOT on 18 May 2023, an average of 3,885 miles a year.
Has S678 JGC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S678 JGC has failed 3 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Apr 2022.
Has the mileage on S678 JGC ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 5 Apr 2014. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S678 JGC find?
S678 JGC passed its latest MOT on 18 May 2023 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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