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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 2001 · 1,598 cc

S6 GDNMOT history

S6 GDN is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 1 Mar 2001. Its MOT is valid until 11 Mar 2027 and it has passed 21 of 29 MOT tests, with 99,856 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Feb 2026.

S6 GDN black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 11 Mar 2027
Mileage
99,856 mi
At MOT on 27 Feb 2026
MOT tests
29
21 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,668 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S6 GDN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
1 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S6 GDN was last recorded at 99,856 miles on 27 Feb 2026, 173 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
99,683 miles · 24 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
173 miles
Average per year
2,668 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 99,856 miles
  • 2025 – 92,670 miles
  • 2024 – 87,210 miles
  • 2023 – 83,103 miles
  • 2022 – 79,439 miles
  • 2021 – 76,615 miles
  • 2020 – 74,173 miles
  • 2019 – 70,662 miles
  • 2018 – 68,255 miles
  • 2017 – 66,923 miles
  • 2016 – 64,250 miles
  • 2015 – 61,816 miles
  • 2014 – 59,497 miles
  • 2013 – 57,047 miles
  • 2012 – 55,792 miles
  • 2011 – 54,170 miles
  • 2010 – 52,909 miles
  • 2009 – 51,265 miles
  • 2008 – 50,049 miles
  • 2007 – 48,387 miles
  • 2006 – 46,527 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass99,856 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

29 tests since 4 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass99,856 miles (+173)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    99,856 miles
    Test number
    347329983398
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  2. Fail99,683 miles (+7,013)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,683 miles
    Test number
    358940144404
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  3. Pass92,670 miles (+5,460)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    92,670 miles
    Test number
    875734621036
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  4. Pass87,210 miles (+4,107)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    87,210 miles
    Test number
    102381115402
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  5. Pass83,103 miles (+3,664)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    83,103 miles
    Test number
    454432954390

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass79,439 miles (+2,824)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    79,439 miles
    Test number
    725658931840
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  7. Pass76,615 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    76,615 miles
    Test number
    735204970009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail76,615 miles (+2,442)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,615 miles
    Test number
    366683063407
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
  9. Pass74,173 miles (+19)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    74,173 miles
    Test number
    776210805176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail74,154 miles (+3,492)2 major3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,154 miles
    Test number
    681054661247
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
  11. Pass70,662 miles (+28)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    70,662 miles
    Test number
    113489993593

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail70,634 miles (+2,379)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,634 miles
    Test number
    286015888499
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
  13. Pass68,255 miles (+1,332)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    68,255 miles
    Test number
    912944339039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass66,923 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    66,923 miles
    Test number
    731631048319

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail66,923 miles (+2,673)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,923 miles
    Test number
    427902087959
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
  16. Pass64,250 miles (+2,434)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    64,250 miles
    Test number
    509146521788
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  17. Pass61,816 miles (+65)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    61,816 miles
    Test number
    389275765051
    • NoteSuspect front inner brake pads are worn
  18. Fail61,751 miles (+160)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,751 miles
    Test number
    115502965477
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • NoteSuspect front inner brake pads are worn
  19. Fail61,591 miles (+2,094)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,591 miles
    Test number
    425855945018
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteSuspect front pads starting to wear thin advice full brake check
  20. Pass59,497 miles (+2,450)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    59,497 miles
    Test number
    826415344027
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • NoteService lamp on
  21. Pass57,047 miles (+1,255)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    57,047 miles
    Test number
    999067343055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass55,792 miles (+1,622)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    55,792 miles
    Test number
    337459442098
    • NoteChild seat fitted to nearside rear seat not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NotePlay in both rear subframe bushes
  23. Pass54,170 miles (+1,261)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    54,170 miles
    Test number
    586910651038
    • NoteChild seat fitted to nearside rear seat not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  24. Pass52,909 miles (+1,644)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    52,909 miles
    Test number
    341181050085
    • NoteChild seat fitted to nearside rear seat not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteSlight uneven brakeing on rear
    • NoteSuspect rear pads low advice full brake check
  25. Pass51,265 miles (+1,216)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    51,265 miles
    Test number
    830152859038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass50,049 miles (+1,662)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    50,049 miles
    Test number
    553032278094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass48,387 miles (+1,860)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    48,387 miles
    Test number
    784338947007
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn on outer edge
  28. Pass46,527 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    46,527 miles
    Test number
    321503466082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail46,527 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,527 miles
    Test number
    613153966039
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim beam image too far to the right (1.6.B4)

Questions about S6 GDN

Does S6 GDN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S6 GDN is valid until 11 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on S6 GDN?
The MOT on S6 GDN is valid until 11 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S6 GDN done?
S6 GDN was recorded at 99,856 miles at its MOT on 27 Feb 2026, an average of 2,668 miles a year.
Has S6 GDN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S6 GDN has failed 8 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on S6 GDN 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 S6 GDN find?
S6 GDN passed its latest MOT on 27 Feb 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; oil leak, but not excessive, and 1 more.

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