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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,600 cc

S730 LHGMOT history

S730 LHG is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 28 Jan 1999. Its MOT expired on 11 Aug 2023 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 108,103 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Aug 2022.

S730 LHG black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 11 Aug 2023
Mileage
108,103 mi
At MOT on 5 Aug 2022
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,630 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S730 LHG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,600 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
28 Jan 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Aug 2023
Latest MOT test
5 Aug 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

S730 LHG was last recorded at 108,103 miles on 5 Aug 2022, 1,161 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jul 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
106,942 miles · 29 Jul 2021
Between the last two tests
1,161 miles
Average per year
3,630 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 108,103 miles
  • 2021 – 106,942 miles
  • 2020 – 106,690 miles
  • 2019 – 105,834 miles
  • 2018 – 104,422 miles
  • 2017 – 103,344 miles
  • 2016 – 101,796 miles
  • 2015 – 100,052 miles
  • 2014 – 96,507 miles
  • 2013 – 93,274 miles
  • 2012 – 87,378 miles
  • 2011 – 76,331 miles
  • 2010 – 71,742 miles
  • 2009 – 65,498 miles
  • 2008 – 60,177 miles
  • 2007 – 55,349 miles
  • 2006 – 50,849 miles
  • 2005 – 45,799 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass108,103 miles
  • AdvisoryRear number plate water marked // rear coil springs rusty // nearside rear number plate light lose

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 Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Failure3 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Nearside Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Exhaust noisy,n/s/r tyre wearing on outer edge,subframes/ferrules corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass108,103 miles (+1,161)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    108,103 miles
    Test number
    366318186082
    • AdvisoryRear number plate water marked // rear coil springs rusty // nearside rear number plate light lose

  2. Pass106,942 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    106,942 miles
    Test number
    581617235897
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Fail106,942 miles (+252)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,942 miles
    Test number
    795064048735
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass106,690 miles2 minor
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    106,690 miles
    Test number
    174642904494
    • MinorNearside Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  5. Fail106,690 miles (+856)1 dangerous3 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,690 miles
    Test number
    809308391395
    • DangerousNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure and impairing directional stability bolt missing (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass105,834 miles (+1,412)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    105,834 miles
    Test number
    517057645505
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryBeam axle corroded

  7. Pass104,422 miles (+1,078)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    104,422 miles
    Test number
    371375302832
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryAxle/sub frame corroded

  8. Pass103,344 miles (+1,548)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    103,344 miles
    Test number
    987741864273
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.4)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre worn on edge
    • AdvisorySubframes/beam axle,suspension components/mounts,sills corroding

  9. Pass101,796 miles (+214)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    101,796 miles
    Test number
    839517750874
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy,n/s/r tyre wearing on outer edge,subframes/ferrules corroded

  10. Fail101,582 miles (+1,530)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,582 miles
    Test number
    808852331387
    • FailureBonnet retaining device excessively deteriorated (8.4.2)
    • FailureFuel system component leaking filter (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Braking system leaking brake hose to caliper (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy,n/s/r tyre wearing on outer edge,subframes/ferrules corroded

  11. Pass100,052 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    100,052 miles
    Test number
    575454905226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail100,052 miles (+3,545)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,052 miles
    Test number
    247134305203
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • NoteCorrosion to rear coilsprings,subframes,beam axle,ferrules

  13. Pass96,507 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    96,507 miles
    Test number
    676310414244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail96,507 miles (+3,233)8 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,507 miles
    Test number
    697920914254
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteCorrosion to brake ferrules,oil leak

  15. Pass93,274 miles (+5,896)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    93,274 miles
    Test number
    839594003252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass87,378 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    87,378 miles
    Test number
    359655112494
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOffside front tyre is worn inner edge

  17. Fail87,378 miles (+11,047)5 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,378 miles
    Test number
    705485212291
    • FailureAn item not tested (Manual)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOffside front tyre is worn inner edge

  18. Pass76,331 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    76,331 miles
    Test number
    468776211257
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  19. Fail76,331 miles (+4,589)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,331 miles
    Test number
    127694511251
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  20. Pass71,742 miles (+6,244)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    71,742 miles
    Test number
    312388000423

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass65,498 miles (+5,321)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    65,498 miles
    Test number
    753755559131
    • NoteIdle speed eratic
    • NoteN/s/f sidelight dim
    • NoteN/s/r wheel is slightly stiff to turn

  22. Pass60,177 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    60,177 miles
    Test number
    234692368144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail60,177 miles (+4,828)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,177 miles
    Test number
    234241068408
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  24. Pass55,349 miles (+4,500)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    55,349 miles
    Test number
    143607667134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass50,849 miles (+5,050)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    50,849 miles
    Test number
    194124076154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass45,799 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2006
    Odometer
    45,799 miles
    Test number
    222037055105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S730 LHG

Does S730 LHG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S730 LHG expired on 11 Aug 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S730 LHG?
The MOT on S730 LHG expired on 11 Aug 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S730 LHG done?
S730 LHG was recorded at 108,103 miles at its MOT on 5 Aug 2022, an average of 3,630 miles a year.
Has S730 LHG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S730 LHG has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jul 2021.
Has the mileage on S730 LHG 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 S730 LHG find?
S730 LHG passed its latest MOT on 5 Aug 2022 with 1 advisory: rear number plate water marked // rear coil springs rusty // nearside rear number plate light lose.

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