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Volkswagen Golf

Red · Petrol · 1998 · 1,400 cc

S730 SNDMOT history

S730 SND is a red petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 2 Aug 1998. Its MOT is valid until 6 Feb 2027 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 43,806 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Feb 2026.

S730 SND red Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 6 Feb 2027
Mileage
43,806 mi
At MOT on 4 Feb 2026
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
1,408 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S730 SND
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,400 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
2 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S730 SND was last recorded at 43,806 miles on 4 Feb 2026, 4,997 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
38,809 miles · 7 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
4,997 miles
Average per year
1,408 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 43,806 miles
  • 2025 – 38,809 miles
  • 2024 – 33,561 miles
  • 2019 – 30,558 miles
  • 2018 – 27,594 miles
  • 2017 – 24,991 miles
  • 2016 – 22,742 miles
  • 2015 – 20,330 miles
  • 2014 – 19,321 miles
  • 2013 – 19,207 miles
  • 2012 – 18,920 miles
  • 2011 – 18,420 miles
  • 2010 – 18,028 miles
  • 2009 – 17,708 miles
  • 2008 – 17,461 miles
  • 2007 – 17,010 miles
  • 2006 – 16,239 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass43,806 miles
  • AdvisoryBoth sills damaged but not weakend within prescribed areas
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Multiple pipes around the car are corroded or greased (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront 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))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on the edges. 225/45R17 (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Possibly both diff seals (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front sill damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive both driveshaft seal

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Exhaust system poor condition

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

24 tests since 10 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass43,806 miles (+4,997)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    43,806 miles
    Test number
    205794590212
    • AdvisoryBoth sills damaged but not weakend within prescribed areas
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Multiple pipes around the car are corroded or greased (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on the edges. 225/45R17 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Possibly both diff seals (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass38,809 miles (+11)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    38,809 miles
    Test number
    451828142193
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front sill damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive both driveshaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system poor condition

  3. Fail38,798 miles (+5)1 dangerous8 major3 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,798 miles
    Test number
    399582980494
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorHeadlamps matched pair are not the same colour (4.1.4 (d))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which significantly reduces light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which significantly reduces light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front sill damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge +outer (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive both driveshaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system poor condition

  4. Fail38,793 miles (+5,232)2 dangerous7 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,793 miles
    Test number
    148149400874
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 225/45R17 (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 225/45R17 (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak Centre box (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorRear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which obviously reduces light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All pipes greased (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On 1.8mm approximately. 225/45R17 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Possibly both diff seals (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Pitted and scored (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass33,561 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    33,561 miles
    Test number
    912149882811
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All pipes greased (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking. 175/80R14 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Fail33,561 miles (+3,003)1 dangerous3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,561 miles
    Test number
    828387815893
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 175/80R14 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All pipes greased (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking. 175/80R14 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass30,558 miles (+61)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    30,558 miles
    Test number
    365112651105
    • MinorOther passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed boot (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail30,497 miles (+2,903)2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,497 miles
    Test number
    455810928082
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorOther passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed boot (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close and badly worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close and badly worn on inner edge 175/80R14 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass27,594 miles (+2,603)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    27,594 miles
    Test number
    756848541723

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass24,991 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    24,991 miles
    Test number
    520981007453
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

  11. Fail24,991 miles (+2,249)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,991 miles
    Test number
    576338084329
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

  12. Pass22,742 miles (+2,412)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    22,742 miles
    Test number
    381627252420

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass20,330 miles (+1,009)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    20,330 miles
    Test number
    385304385131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass19,321 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    19,321 miles
    Test number
    387472394128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail19,321 miles (+114)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,321 miles
    Test number
    456852994129
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  16. Pass19,207 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    19,207 miles
    Test number
    396507073136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail19,207 miles (+287)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,207 miles
    Test number
    369427273188
    • DangerousNearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • DangerousNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  18. Pass18,920 miles (+500)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    18,920 miles
    Test number
    765894082160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass18,420 miles (+392)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    18,420 miles
    Test number
    348781981197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass18,028 miles (+320)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    18,028 miles
    Test number
    340926170116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass17,708 miles (+247)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    17,708 miles
    Test number
    411714079105
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  22. Pass17,461 miles (+451)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    17,461 miles
    Test number
    422865078130
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  23. Pass17,010 miles (+771)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    17,010 miles
    Test number
    791250397140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass16,239 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    16,239 miles
    Test number
    254021296450

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S730 SND

Does S730 SND currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S730 SND is valid until 6 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on S730 SND?
The MOT on S730 SND is valid until 6 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S730 SND done?
S730 SND was recorded at 43,806 miles at its MOT on 4 Feb 2026, an average of 1,408 miles a year.
Has S730 SND ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S730 SND has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on S730 SND 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 SND find?
S730 SND passed its latest MOT on 4 Feb 2026 with 8 advisories: both sills damaged but not weakend within prescribed areas; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material multiple pipes around the car are corroded or greased; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 5 more.

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