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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 1,600 cc

S720 XHKMOT history

S720 XHK is a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 16 Dec 1998. Its MOT is valid until 22 May 2027 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 34,754 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 May 2026.

S720 XHK blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 22 May 2027
Mileage
34,754 mi
At MOT on 21 May 2026
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
691 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S720 XHK
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
16 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 May 2027
Latest MOT test
21 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S720 XHK was last recorded at 34,754 miles on 21 May 2026, 85 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
34,669 miles · 22 May 2025
Between the last two tests
85 miles
Average per year
691 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 34,754 miles
  • 2025 – 34,669 miles
  • 2024 – 34,626 miles
  • 2023 – 34,604 miles
  • 2021 – 34,578 miles
  • 2020 – 34,467 miles
  • 2019 – 34,415 miles
  • 2018 – 34,348 miles
  • 2017 – 33,715 miles
  • 2016 – 32,434 miles
  • 2015 – 30,842 miles
  • 2014 – 30,752 miles
  • 2013 – 30,196 miles
  • 2012 – 29,255 miles
  • 2011 – 28,184 miles
  • 2010 – 26,367 miles
  • 2009 – 25,629 miles
  • 2008 – 25,053 miles
  • 2007 – 24,481 miles
  • 2006 – 22,794 miles
  • 2005 – 20,633 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass34,754 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (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.

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Surface corrosion on underside of vehicle

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

28 tests since 13 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass34,754 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2027
    Odometer
    34,754 miles
    Test number
    213210875362
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Fail34,754 miles (+85)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,754 miles
    Test number
    275912840071
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass34,669 miles (+43)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2026
    Odometer
    34,669 miles
    Test number
    805069314149
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass34,626 miles (+3)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2025
    Odometer
    34,626 miles
    Test number
    333934695557
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion on underside of vehicle

  5. Fail34,623 miles (+19)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,623 miles
    Test number
    489942615442
    • MajorBrake servo defective or ineffective servo pipe split (1.1.10 (a) (i))
    • MajorBraking system leaking servo pipe (1.1.3 (d))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion on underside of vehicle

  6. Pass34,604 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2024
    Odometer
    34,604 miles
    Test number
    186155771326

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail34,603 miles (+25)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,603 miles
    Test number
    841083628158
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all brake discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass34,578 miles (+111)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    34,578 miles
    Test number
    738761126308

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass34,467 miles (+52)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    34,467 miles
    Test number
    238160080622

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass34,415 miles (+67)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    34,415 miles
    Test number
    202615287924

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass34,348 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    34,348 miles
    Test number
    100695789434

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail34,348 miles (+633)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,348 miles
    Test number
    601933425027
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Pass33,715 miles (+1,281)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    33,715 miles
    Test number
    409271510380

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass32,434 miles (+1,592)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    32,434 miles
    Test number
    581879666336
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Disc surface corroded (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass30,842 miles (+90)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    30,842 miles
    Test number
    670759272971
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  16. Pass30,752 miles (+556)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    30,752 miles
    Test number
    305636514335
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass30,196 miles (+941)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    30,196 miles
    Test number
    425556813450
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

  18. Pass29,255 miles (+1,071)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    29,255 miles
    Test number
    156274812309
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteAll tyres perishing

  19. Fail28,184 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,184 miles
    Test number
    798537701364
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  20. Pass28,184 miles (+1,817)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    28,184 miles
    Test number
    887287001375

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass26,367 miles (+738)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    26,367 miles
    Test number
    780647100357

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass25,629 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    25,629 miles
    Test number
    510455719382

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail25,629 miles (+576)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,629 miles
    Test number
    792355619388
    • FailureHazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  24. Pass25,053 miles (+572)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    25,053 miles
    Test number
    793582918376
    • AdvisoryBrake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  25. Pass24,481 miles (+1,687)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    24,481 miles
    Test number
    922889307338
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteService lamp indicator on

  26. Pass22,794 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    22,794 miles
    Test number
    164319116396

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail22,794 miles (+2,161)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,794 miles
    Test number
    251109216355
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • NoteBoth front inner driveshaft gaiters starting to split

  28. Pass20,633 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    20,633 miles
    Test number
    251167845306

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S720 XHK

Does S720 XHK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S720 XHK is valid until 22 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on S720 XHK?
The MOT on S720 XHK is valid until 22 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S720 XHK done?
S720 XHK was recorded at 34,754 miles at its MOT on 21 May 2026, an average of 691 miles a year.
Has S720 XHK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S720 XHK has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 21 May 2026.
Has the mileage on S720 XHK 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 XHK find?
S720 XHK passed its latest MOT on 21 May 2026 with 2 advisories: front subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive; rear subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive.

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