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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 1,800 cc

S730 RFHMOT history

S730 RFH is a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 15 Dec 1998. Its MOT expired on 6 Feb 2025 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 105,327 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Jan 2024.

S730 RFH blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Golf, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 6 Feb 2025
Mileage
105,327 mi
At MOT on 24 Jan 2024
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,477 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S730 RFH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,800 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
15 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Feb 2025
Latest MOT test
24 Jan 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

S730 RFH was last recorded at 105,327 miles on 24 Jan 2024, 126 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Feb 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
105,201 miles · 7 Feb 2023
Between the last two tests
126 miles
Average per year
2,477 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 105,327 miles
  • 2023 – 105,201 miles
  • 2021 – 105,048 miles
  • 2020 – 104,775 miles
  • 2019 – 104,145 miles
  • 2018 – 103,419 miles
  • 2017 – 101,915 miles
  • 2016 – 101,030 miles
  • 2014 – 98,650 miles
  • 2013 – 94,396 miles
  • 2012 – 91,176 miles
  • 2011 – 85,731 miles
  • 2010 – 79,905 miles
  • 2009 – 78,188 miles
  • 2008 – 74,870 miles
  • 2007 – 67,470 miles
  • 2006 – 61,796 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass105,327 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Lower Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking / perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking / perishing (5.2.3 (d) (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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2008–2010

  • Central Front Lower Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread slight damage

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Central Front Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass105,327 miles (+126)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    105,327 miles
    Test number
    580879019331
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Lower Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking / perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking / perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass105,201 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    105,201 miles
    Test number
    477009465709
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Lower Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing age cracking / perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing age cracking / perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Fail105,201 miles (+153)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,201 miles
    Test number
    728346647285
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Lower Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing age cracking / perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing age cracking / perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass105,048 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    105,048 miles
    Test number
    716379760026
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread slight damage (0.1 (b))

  5. Fail105,047 miles (+272)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,047 miles
    Test number
    146075824425
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread slight damage (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass104,775 miles (+630)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    104,775 miles
    Test number
    239197416473
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing / age cracking in tread grooves area (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing / age cracking in tread areas (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (ii))

  7. Pass104,145 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    104,145 miles
    Test number
    243242369216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail104,145 miles (+726)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,145 miles
    Test number
    854413521306
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass103,419 miles (+1,504)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    103,419 miles
    Test number
    223086158638
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust mounting defective twin rubber mountings on cross member (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear both sides flexi hose ferrules slight corrosion

  10. Pass101,915 miles (+14)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    101,915 miles
    Test number
    434957758426
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre starting to perish in tread area
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre starting to perish in tread area

  11. Fail101,901 miles (+871)1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,901 miles
    Test number
    957989133499
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear both rear tyres starting to perish on tread area

  12. Pass101,030 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2017
    Odometer
    101,030 miles
    Test number
    222891854775
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  13. Fail101,030 miles (+2,380)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,030 miles
    Test number
    823888552892
    • FailureCentre Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported centre Exhaust section mountings corroded (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureRear Stop lamp not working switch (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  14. Pass98,650 miles (+4,254)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    98,650 miles
    Test number
    956781334329
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass94,396 miles (+3,220)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    94,396 miles
    Test number
    449922833396
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  16. Pass91,176 miles (+137)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    91,176 miles
    Test number
    779811062216
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged

  17. Fail91,039 miles (+5,308)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,039 miles
    Test number
    279101452256
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOuter Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged

  18. Pass85,731 miles (+5,826)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    85,731 miles
    Test number
    548149161229
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  19. Fail79,905 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,905 miles
    Test number
    443671770230
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  20. Pass79,905 miles (+1,717)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    79,905 miles
    Test number
    964491370265
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  21. Pass78,188 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    78,188 miles
    Test number
    142550189263
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  22. Fail78,185 miles (+3,315)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,185 miles
    Test number
    750315479221
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not in good working order (function impaired) (1.1.4a)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  23. Pass74,870 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    74,870 miles
    Test number
    930251568223
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged

  24. Fail74,870 miles (+7,400)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,870 miles
    Test number
    303411468217
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged

  25. Pass67,470 miles (+5,674)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    67,470 miles
    Test number
    431841987111
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

  26. Pass61,796 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    61,796 miles
    Test number
    350098876114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S730 RFH

Does S730 RFH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S730 RFH expired on 6 Feb 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S730 RFH?
The MOT on S730 RFH expired on 6 Feb 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S730 RFH done?
S730 RFH was recorded at 105,327 miles at its MOT on 24 Jan 2024, an average of 2,477 miles a year.
Has S730 RFH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S730 RFH has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on S730 RFH 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 RFH find?
S730 RFH passed its latest MOT on 24 Jan 2024 with 3 advisories: central rear lower registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking / perishing; offside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking / perishing.

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