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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,800 cc

S729 XHKMOT history

S729 XHK is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 16 Jan 1999. Its MOT expired on 13 Jan 2025 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 83,724 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Jan 2024.

S729 XHK silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 13 Jan 2025
Mileage
83,724 mi
At MOT on 3 Jan 2024
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
3,634 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S729 XHK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,800 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
16 Jan 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Jan 2025
Latest MOT test
3 Jan 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

S729 XHK was last recorded at 83,724 miles on 3 Jan 2024, 179 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Jan 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
83,545 miles · 4 Jan 2023
Between the last two tests
179 miles
Average per year
3,634 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 83,724 miles
  • 2023 – 83,545 miles
  • 2022 – 83,337 miles
  • 2021 – 83,153 miles
  • 2020 – 82,940 miles
  • 2019 – 82,612 miles
  • 2018 – 82,163 miles
  • 2017 – 81,847 miles
  • 2016 – 80,152 miles
  • 2015 – 66,127 miles
  • 2014 – 53,591 miles
  • 2013 – 43,040 miles
  • 2012 – 34,587 miles
  • 2011 – 28,667 miles
  • 2010 – 23,358 miles
  • 2009 – 21,999 miles
  • 2008 – 20,852 miles
  • 2007 – 19,927 miles
  • 2006 – 18,403 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass83,724 miles
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake vacuum pipe slightly deteriorated
  • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective Centre exhaust bracket corroded (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Trailing arm bushes worn (5.3.4 (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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • (both front tyres wearing on outer edges)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Brake servo vacuum pipe lightly rubbing (rubbing on air induction hose, recommend repair) (3.6.C.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

29 tests since 12 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass83,724 miles (+179)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    83,724 miles
    Test number
    996172841779
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake vacuum pipe slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective Centre exhaust bracket corroded (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Trailing arm bushes worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass83,545 miles (+208)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    83,545 miles
    Test number
    510206464950
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened hub (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened hub (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass83,337 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    83,337 miles
    Test number
    771165631803
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Fail83,337 miles (+184)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,337 miles
    Test number
    108069501701
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Pass83,153 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    83,153 miles
    Test number
    549843494291
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Fail83,153 miles (+213)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,153 miles
    Test number
    424220208787
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass82,940 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    82,940 miles
    Test number
    932011289708
    • AdvisoryDriver mirror housing damaged

  8. Fail82,939 miles (+327)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,939 miles
    Test number
    562505804287
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryDriver mirror housing damaged

  9. Pass82,612 miles (+449)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    82,612 miles
    Test number
    564201330996
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  10. Pass82,163 miles (+316)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    82,163 miles
    Test number
    408548234086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass81,847 miles (+1,695)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    81,847 miles
    Test number
    637611114510
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust bracket broken
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit Both front tyres at 3mm, OS Rear tyre at 2mm (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass80,152 miles (+2)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    80,152 miles
    Test number
    439791144084
    • Advisory(both front tyres wearing on outer edges)
    • AdvisoryBrake servo vacuum pipe lightly rubbing (rubbing on air induction hose, recommend repair) (3.6.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (corroded) (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (moisture around rack gaitor) (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front (wiper blade worn)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (corroded) (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (moisture around rack gaitor) (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (advise replacement) (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Fail80,150 miles (+14,023)6 failures12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,150 miles
    Test number
    987574184207
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • FailureSteering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (suspect o/s inner rack end) (2.2.A.1b)
    • Advisory(both front tyres wearing on outer edges)
    • AdvisoryBrake servo vacuum pipe lightly rubbing (rubbing on air induction hose, recommend repair) (3.6.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front (wiper blade worn)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (corroded) (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (moisture around rack gaitor) (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front (wiper blade worn)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (corroded) (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (moisture around rack gaitor) (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (advise replacement) (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass66,127 miles (+12,536)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    66,127 miles
    Test number
    458833215069
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  15. Fail53,591 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,591 miles
    Test number
    389934514002
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  16. Pass53,591 miles (+10,551)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    53,591 miles
    Test number
    496584714055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass43,040 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    43,040 miles
    Test number
    867484613076
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Fail43,045 miles (+8,458)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,045 miles
    Test number
    177034613491
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  19. Pass34,587 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    34,587 miles
    Test number
    237703412076
    • NoteCrack in windscreen but not in swept area
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle fitted with a limited slip differential not allowing a RBT test to be carried out, decelerometer test done instead

  20. Fail34,587 miles (+5,920)1 repaired4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,587 miles
    Test number
    887973912028
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • NoteCrack in windscreen but not in swept area
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle fitted with a limited slip differential not allowing a RBT test to be carried out, decelerometer test done instead

  21. Pass28,667 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    28,667 miles
    Test number
    235147301051
    • AdvisoryNearside Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  22. Fail28,667 miles (+5,309)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,667 miles
    Test number
    176787101060
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  23. Pass23,358 miles (+1,359)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    23,358 miles
    Test number
    261984510028
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  24. Pass21,999 miles (+1,147)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    21,999 miles
    Test number
    481044219005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass20,852 miles (+925)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    20,852 miles
    Test number
    621541318054
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  26. Pass19,927 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    19,927 miles
    Test number
    372401117071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail19,925 miles (+1,522)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,925 miles
    Test number
    422691917009
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  28. Pass18,403 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    18,403 miles
    Test number
    463163316078
    • NoteAs previous vt 32 -item 006

  29. Fail18,403 miles3 failures1 repaired1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,403 miles
    Test number
    881222316090
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image too far to the left (1.6.B4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • NoteFront number plate damaged & insecure
    • NoteSlight cracks on front tyres outer walls
    • NoteSlight play in front anti-roll bar bushes

Questions about S729 XHK

Does S729 XHK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S729 XHK expired on 13 Jan 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S729 XHK?
The MOT on S729 XHK expired on 13 Jan 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S729 XHK done?
S729 XHK was recorded at 83,724 miles at its MOT on 3 Jan 2024, an average of 3,634 miles a year.
Has S729 XHK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S729 XHK has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on S729 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 S729 XHK find?
S729 XHK passed its latest MOT on 3 Jan 2024 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; brake vacuum pipe slightly deteriorated; exhaust mounting defective centre exhaust bracket corroded, and 2 more.

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