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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 1998 · 1,600 cc

S72 VKLMOT history

S72 VKL is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 25 Nov 1998. Its MOT is valid until 29 Jan 2027 and it has passed 21 of 31 MOT tests, with 147,980 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jan 2026.

S72 VKL black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 29 Jan 2027
Mileage
147,980 mi
At MOT on 20 Jan 2026
MOT tests
31
21 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,742 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S72 VKL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,600 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
25 Nov 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S72 VKL was last recorded at 147,980 miles on 20 Jan 2026, 2,236 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
145,744 miles · 9 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
2,236 miles
Average per year
4,742 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 147,980 miles
  • 2025 – 145,744 miles
  • 2024 – 143,554 miles
  • 2023 – 143,500 miles
  • 2022 – 141,273 miles
  • 2021 – 139,721 miles
  • 2020 – 138,119 miles
  • 2019 – 136,704 miles
  • 2018 – 135,465 miles
  • 2017 – 134,188 miles
  • 2016 – 131,454 miles
  • 2015 – 129,034 miles
  • 2014 – 128,019 miles
  • 2013 – 126,693 miles
  • 2012 – 123,958 miles
  • 2011 – 114,740 miles
  • 2010 – 102,941 miles
  • 2009 – 92,727 miles
  • 2008 – 81,616 miles
  • 2007 – 71,593 miles
  • 2006 – 60,510 miles
  • 2005 – 52,563 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass147,980 miles
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar 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 smooth outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged cracked
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge slightly (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear axle corroded
  • AdvisoryCentre exhaust sleeve cracked/rusted

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.

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2015

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

31 tests since 6 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass147,980 miles (+2,236)1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    147,980 miles
    Test number
    673289798328
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar 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 smooth outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged cracked
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge slightly (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust sleeve cracked/rusted

  2. Pass145,744 miles (+2,190)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    145,744 miles
    Test number
    541303742960
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged glass
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass143,554 miles (+54)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    143,554 miles
    Test number
    284602175100
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner and outer sidewall perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail143,500 miles (+2,227)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,500 miles
    Test number
    648161395814
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated rubber starting to perish (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule flexi pipe by fuel tank (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated rubber staring to perish (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule by fuel tank (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sidewalls perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened discs corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear pipes by fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass141,273 miles (+1,552)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    141,273 miles
    Test number
    406863862852
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated going into caliper perishing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated slightly damaged by fuel tank (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material by fuel tank slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated going into caliper perishing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material by fuel tank slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass139,721 miles (+1,578)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    139,721 miles
    Test number
    489228416398
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass138,143 miles (+24)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    138,143 miles
    Test number
    900431918863
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Fail138,119 miles (+1,415)1 dangerous4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,119 miles
    Test number
    853239672610
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass136,704 miles (+1,239)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    136,704 miles
    Test number
    239231031589
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Pass135,465 miles (+1,277)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    135,465 miles
    Test number
    813230846744
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Pass134,188 miles (+2,734)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    134,188 miles
    Test number
    537859541058
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre wearing on inner edge

  12. Pass131,454 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    131,454 miles
    Test number
    598290494994
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust mounting deteriorated, but securely mounted at time of test

  13. Fail131,454 miles (+2,420)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,454 miles
    Test number
    351390390366
    • FailureNearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust mounting deteriorated, but securely mounted at time of test

  14. Pass129,034 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    129,034 miles
    Test number
    277762865211
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre worn on outer edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Fail129,034 miles (+1,015)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,034 miles
    Test number
    768673012453
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre worn on outer edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass128,019 miles (+1,326)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    128,019 miles
    Test number
    877233544315

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass126,693 miles (+148)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    126,693 miles
    Test number
    489363153383
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre wonr on outer edge

  18. Fail126,545 miles (+2,587)5 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,545 miles
    Test number
    756763343307
    • 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)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre wonr on outer edge

  19. Pass123,958 miles (+57)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    123,958 miles
    Test number
    405225742483
    • NoteCentre exhaust mounting broken
    • NoteDrag on offside rear brake
    • NoteOffside rear brake not as effective

  20. Fail123,901 miles (+9,161)2 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,901 miles
    Test number
    149764832310
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteCentre exhaust mounting broken
    • NoteDrag on offside rear brake
    • NoteOffside rear brake not as effective
    • NoteOffside rear tyre slightly lumpy

  21. Pass114,740 miles (+175)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    114,740 miles
    Test number
    148633631317
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm 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)
    • NoteCentre exhaust mounting broken
    • NoteOffside inner driveshaft boot split

  22. Fail114,565 miles (+11,624)3 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,565 miles
    Test number
    326276521381
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureRear An item not tested (Manual)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm 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)
    • NoteCentre exhaust mounting broken
    • NoteOffside inner driveshaft boot split

  23. Pass102,941 miles (+10,214)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    102,941 miles
    Test number
    564653930371
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • NoteCentre exhaust mounting cracked

  24. Pass92,727 miles (+252)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    92,727 miles
    Test number
    343149249355

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail92,475 miles (+10,859)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,475 miles
    Test number
    290653649389
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear Trailing arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • NoteOffside handbrake weak

  26. Pass81,616 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    81,616 miles
    Test number
    494347948387
    • 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)
    • NoteBoth front shock tops worn

  27. Fail81,616 miles (+10,023)6 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,616 miles
    Test number
    924937948351
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • 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)
    • NoteBoth front shock tops worn

  28. Pass71,593 miles (+11,083)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    71,593 miles
    Test number
    433824947370
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  29. Fail60,510 miles2 repaired1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,510 miles
    Test number
    211224926337
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteAirbag light on
    • NoteFront indicaators faded
    • NoteO/s/r handbrake not working as well as n/s/r

  30. Pass60,510 miles (+7,947)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    60,510 miles
    Test number
    213114926384
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteAirbag light on
    • NoteFront indicaators faded
    • NoteO/s/r handbrake not working as well as n/s/r

  31. Pass52,563 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    52,563 miles
    Test number
    951870145330
    • NoteFRONT INDICATORS COLOUR FADED
    • NoteAir bag warning lamp staying on

Questions about S72 VKL

Does S72 VKL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S72 VKL is valid until 29 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on S72 VKL?
The MOT on S72 VKL is valid until 29 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S72 VKL done?
S72 VKL was recorded at 147,980 miles at its MOT on 20 Jan 2026, an average of 4,742 miles a year.
Has S72 VKL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S72 VKL has failed 10 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on S72 VKL 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 S72 VKL find?
S72 VKL passed its latest MOT on 20 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect and 11 advisories: offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked; nearside front lower anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 9 more.

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