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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,600 cc

S733 DKNMOT history

S733 DKN is a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 19 Jan 1999. Its MOT expired on 18 Oct 2023 and it has passed 17 of 31 MOT tests, with 153,921 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Oct 2022.

S733 DKN blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Golf, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 18 Oct 2023
Mileage
153,921 mi
At MOT on 19 Oct 2022
MOT tests
31
17 passed · 14 failed
Per year
5,660 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S733 DKN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,600 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
19 Jan 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Oct 2023
Latest MOT test
19 Oct 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

S733 DKN was last recorded at 153,921 miles on 19 Oct 2022, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Oct 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
153,920 miles · 18 Oct 2022
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
5,660 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 153,921 miles
  • 2021 – 147,495 miles
  • 2020 – 142,076 miles
  • 2019 – 137,324 miles
  • 2018 – 135,739 miles
  • 2017 – 131,756 miles
  • 2016 – 127,705 miles
  • 2015 – 120,728 miles
  • 2014 – 107,657 miles
  • 2013 – 94,848 miles
  • 2012 – 82,833 miles
  • 2011 – 80,958 miles
  • 2010 – 77,696 miles
  • 2009 – 73,772 miles
  • 2008 – 70,856 miles
  • 2007 – 66,884 miles
  • 2006 – 62,034 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass153,921 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure5 MOTs, 2006–2015

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Nearside Headlamp aim too low

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass153,921 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    153,921 miles
    Test number
    547160395116
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  2. Fail153,920 miles (+6,425)2 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,920 miles
    Test number
    853459729143
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  3. Pass147,495 miles (+5,419)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    147,495 miles
    Test number
    232291012624
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass142,076 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    142,076 miles
    Test number
    183892741267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail142,076 miles (+4,752)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,076 miles
    Test number
    782466238963
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

  6. Pass137,324 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    137,324 miles
    Test number
    184151770882

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail137,319 miles (+1,580)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,319 miles
    Test number
    909126861220
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

  8. Pass135,739 miles (+3,983)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    135,739 miles
    Test number
    442752394237
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  9. Pass131,756 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    131,756 miles
    Test number
    994285371538
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  10. Fail131,756 miles (+4,051)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,756 miles
    Test number
    880422807171
    • FailureCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass127,705 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    127,705 miles
    Test number
    723762051599
    • AdvisoryDipstick holder broken. Suspect engine oil overfilled.
    • AdvisoryFront tyres uneven wear.
    • AdvisoryN/S/R tyre uneven wear.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRadiator corroded.

  12. Fail127,704 miles (+6,976)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,704 miles
    Test number
    755735966618
    • FailureFront Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryDipstick holder broken. Suspect engine oil overfilled.
    • AdvisoryFront tyres uneven wear.
    • AdvisoryN/S/R tyre uneven wear.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRadiator corroded.

  13. Pass120,728 miles (+222)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    120,728 miles
    Test number
    837550895071
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  14. Fail120,506 miles (+12,849)3 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,506 miles
    Test number
    576864785011
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNear side rear hand brake not working

  15. Pass107,657 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    107,657 miles
    Test number
    108025284008
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteO/s front tyre wearing on inner edge

  16. Fail107,651 miles (+12,803)3 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,651 miles
    Test number
    527615384078
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteO/s front tyre wearing on inner edge

  17. Pass94,848 miles (+207)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    94,848 miles
    Test number
    557287973067
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

  18. Fail94,641 miles (+11,808)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,641 miles
    Test number
    575891173048
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

  19. Pass82,833 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    82,833 miles
    Test number
    385420392075
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteExhaust system slightly corroded
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn low on outer edge but tread not cut as deep

  20. Fail82,833 miles (+1,875)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,833 miles
    Test number
    879890392070
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteExhaust system slightly corroded
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn low on outer edge but tread not cut as deep

  21. Pass80,958 miles (+3,262)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    80,958 miles
    Test number
    497270701298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass77,696 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    77,696 miles
    Test number
    504966390114
    • NoteHand brake has stiff opporation

  23. Fail77,689 miles (+3,917)1 failure1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,689 miles
    Test number
    864166290152
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  24. Fail73,772 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,772 miles
    Test number
    692207989189
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  25. Pass73,772 miles (+2,916)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    73,772 miles
    Test number
    774087889130
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  26. Pass70,856 miles (+3,972)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    70,856 miles
    Test number
    702403908281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass66,884 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    66,884 miles
    Test number
    213610807260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail66,884 miles (+4,850)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,884 miles
    Test number
    393600107405
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

  29. Pass62,034 miles (+23)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    62,034 miles
    Test number
    804117806287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail62,011 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,011 miles
    Test number
    213886606208
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

  31. Fail62,011 miles7 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,011 miles
    Test number
    171395306261
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureFront brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about S733 DKN

Does S733 DKN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S733 DKN expired on 18 Oct 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S733 DKN?
The MOT on S733 DKN expired on 18 Oct 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S733 DKN done?
S733 DKN was recorded at 153,921 miles at its MOT on 19 Oct 2022, an average of 5,660 miles a year.
Has S733 DKN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S733 DKN has failed 14 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on S733 DKN 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 S733 DKN find?
S733 DKN passed its latest MOT on 19 Oct 2022 with 3 advisories: nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside rear coil spring corroded; rear brake disc worn, but not excessively.

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