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Volkswagen Golf

Grey · Petrol · 1998 · 1,600 cc

S720 NGFMOT history

S720 NGF is a grey petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 3 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 23 Nov 2023 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 107,332 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Nov 2022.

S720 NGF grey Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 23 Nov 2023
Mileage
107,332 mi
At MOT on 1 Nov 2022
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,698 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S720 NGF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,600 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
3 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Nov 2023
Latest MOT test
1 Nov 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

S720 NGF was last recorded at 107,332 miles on 1 Nov 2022, 4,422 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Nov 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
102,910 miles · 19 Nov 2021
Between the last two tests
4,422 miles
Average per year
2,698 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 107,332 miles
  • 2021 – 102,910 miles
  • 2020 – 96,902 miles
  • 2019 – 96,139 miles
  • 2018 – 94,596 miles
  • 2017 – 92,946 miles
  • 2016 – 91,181 miles
  • 2015 – 89,425 miles
  • 2014 – 87,258 miles
  • 2013 – 84,973 miles
  • 2012 – 81,345 miles
  • 2011 – 78,286 miles
  • 2010 – 75,503 miles
  • 2009 – 72,804 miles
  • 2008 – 69,915 miles
  • 2007 – 66,958 miles
  • 2006 – 63,444 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass107,332 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryCoolant leak radiator lower right hand corner
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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 Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2006–2016

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass107,332 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    107,332 miles
    Test number
    430390117174
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak radiator lower right hand corner
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail107,332 miles (+4,422)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,332 miles
    Test number
    334853297259
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak radiator lower right hand corner
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass102,910 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    102,910 miles
    Test number
    357084248067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail102,910 miles (+6,008)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,910 miles
    Test number
    382993425171
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn suspension arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  5. Pass96,902 miles (+763)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    96,902 miles
    Test number
    965414745360
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Surface corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Surface corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass96,139 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    96,139 miles
    Test number
    596939435966
    • AdvisoryNearside 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))

  7. Fail96,139 miles (+1,543)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,139 miles
    Test number
    553910808188
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside 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))

  8. Pass94,596 miles (+1,650)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    94,596 miles
    Test number
    437256614222
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass92,946 miles (+1,765)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    92,946 miles
    Test number
    826207979653
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  10. Pass91,181 miles (+1,756)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    91,181 miles
    Test number
    473173676938
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  11. Pass89,425 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    89,425 miles
    Test number
    125644605210
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteMist of oil around power steering rack
    • NoteOil leak

  12. Fail89,425 miles (+2,167)5 failures2 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,425 miles
    Test number
    605333105222
    • FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteMist of oil around power steering rack
    • NoteOil leak

  13. Fail87,258 miles2 repaired1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,258 miles
    Test number
    535309704280
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine miss firing
    • NoteN/S/F tyre has lump in sidewall
    • NoteOil leak

  14. Pass87,258 miles (+2,285)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    87,258 miles
    Test number
    556969104201
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine miss firing
    • NoteN/S/F tyre has lump in sidewall
    • NoteOil leak

  15. Pass84,973 miles (+3,628)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    84,973 miles
    Test number
    399650513445
    • NoteN/s/f tyre has got a cut on the sidewall,bur not deep enough to reach the cord or the ply.

  16. Pass81,345 miles (+3,059)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    81,345 miles
    Test number
    575698702203
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Pass78,286 miles (+2,783)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    78,286 miles
    Test number
    809867101266
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • NoteOil leaks

  18. Pass75,503 miles (+2,699)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    75,503 miles
    Test number
    770321700285
    • NoteFront brake pads low

  19. Pass72,804 miles (+2,889)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    72,804 miles
    Test number
    242961019251
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteO/s/r door does not open

  20. Pass69,915 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    69,915 miles
    Test number
    611607008207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail69,915 miles (+2,957)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,915 miles
    Test number
    120357008208
    • FailureFront registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

  22. Pass66,958 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    66,958 miles
    Test number
    564611817290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail66,956 miles (+3,512)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,956 miles
    Test number
    252997107222
    • FailureRear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  24. Pass63,444 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    63,444 miles
    Test number
    393258706472
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Fail63,444 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,444 miles
    Test number
    444348106260
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about S720 NGF

Does S720 NGF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S720 NGF expired on 23 Nov 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S720 NGF?
The MOT on S720 NGF expired on 23 Nov 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S720 NGF done?
S720 NGF was recorded at 107,332 miles at its MOT on 1 Nov 2022, an average of 2,698 miles a year.
Has S720 NGF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S720 NGF has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on S720 NGF 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 S720 NGF find?
S720 NGF passed its latest MOT on 1 Nov 2022 with 2 advisories: coolant leak radiator lower right hand corner; offside rear brake pad(s) wearing thin.

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