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Volkswagen Golf

Green and Black · Petrol · 1998 · 1,595 cc

S738 KJTMOT history

S738 KJT is a green and black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 2 Oct 1998. Its MOT expired on 24 Feb 2024 and it has passed 16 of 30 MOT tests, with 105,175 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Feb 2023.

S738 KJT green Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Golf, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 24 Feb 2024
Mileage
105,175 mi
At MOT on 1 Feb 2023
MOT tests
30
16 passed · 14 failed
Per year
2,840 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S738 KJT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Green and Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
2 Oct 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Feb 2024
Latest MOT test
1 Feb 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

S738 KJT was last recorded at 105,175 miles on 1 Feb 2023, 2,948 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Feb 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
102,227 miles · 25 Feb 2022
Between the last two tests
2,948 miles
Average per year
2,840 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 105,175 miles
  • 2022 – 102,227 miles
  • 2021 – 102,219 miles
  • 2020 – 99,720 miles
  • 2019 – 97,837 miles
  • 2018 – 96,373 miles
  • 2017 – 94,095 miles
  • 2016 – 90,746 miles
  • 2015 – 85,182 miles
  • 2014 – 82,580 miles
  • 2013 – 79,974 miles
  • 2012 – 76,670 miles
  • 2011 – 73,979 miles
  • 2010 – 71,388 miles
  • 2008 – 67,248 miles
  • 2007 – 64,621 miles
  • 2006 – 58,702 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass105,175 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Nearside Headlamp aim too low

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008–2014

  • Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

30 tests since 21 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass105,175 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    105,175 miles
    Test number
    498157624040
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail105,175 miles (+2,948)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,175 miles
    Test number
    273961897871
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass102,227 miles (+8)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    102,227 miles
    Test number
    993738668386
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAll four brake discs lightly corroded due to inactivity.

  4. Fail102,219 miles (+2,499)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,219 miles
    Test number
    920483747006
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorPower steering malfunctioning drive belt slipping (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorSteering system excessively rough (2.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass99,720 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    99,720 miles
    Test number
    602506368378
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs slightly corroded.

  6. Fail99,720 miles (+4)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,720 miles
    Test number
    371578617281
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs slightly corroded.

  7. Fail99,716 miles (+1,879)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,716 miles
    Test number
    735439577268
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear brake discs corroding around edges.

  8. Pass97,837 miles (+1,464)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    97,837 miles
    Test number
    285847184191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass96,373 miles (+2,278)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    96,373 miles
    Test number
    967641105164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass94,095 miles (+3,349)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    94,095 miles
    Test number
    746486519925

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass90,746 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    90,746 miles
    Test number
    403737160801

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail90,746 miles (+5,564)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,746 miles
    Test number
    325274714551
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

  13. Pass85,182 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    85,182 miles
    Test number
    655284315142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail85,182 miles (+2,602)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,182 miles
    Test number
    246772515434
    • 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 Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  15. Pass82,580 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    82,580 miles
    Test number
    249778114120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail82,580 miles (+2,606)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,580 miles
    Test number
    756778514107
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  17. Pass79,974 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    79,974 miles
    Test number
    186589213115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail79,974 miles (+3,304)11 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,974 miles
    Test number
    425299013115
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteNEAR SIDE FRONT WHEEL BEARING VERY SLIGHT RAUGHNESS
    • NoteOFF SIDE FRONT DOOR MIRROR OUTER COVER BROKEN

  19. Pass76,670 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    76,670 miles
    Test number
    606939912104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail76,670 miles (+2,691)4 failures3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,670 miles
    Test number
    215327912198
    • FailureBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • NoteFRONT NUMBER PLATE CRACKS
    • NoteNEAR SIDE AND OFF SIDE FRONT BRAKE DISCS WEAR
    • NoteOFF SIDE FRONT HEAD LAMP GLASS CRACKED
    • NoteOFF SIDE FRONT TYRE SLIGHT WEAR

  21. Pass73,979 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    73,979 miles
    Test number
    415025841019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail73,979 miles (+2,591)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,979 miles
    Test number
    305272841099
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

  23. Pass71,388 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    71,388 miles
    Test number
    453656830075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail71,388 miles (+4,140)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,388 miles
    Test number
    791945830057
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

  25. Pass67,248 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    67,248 miles
    Test number
    193536218329

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail67,248 miles (+2,627)2 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,248 miles
    Test number
    914573718339
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteOffside front drive shaft seal leaking

  27. Pass64,621 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    64,621 miles
    Test number
    782735357344

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail64,619 miles (+5,917)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,619 miles
    Test number
    904135557364
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

  29. Pass58,702 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    58,702 miles
    Test number
    501154066255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail58,702 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,702 miles
    Test number
    314144466294
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Questions about S738 KJT

Does S738 KJT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S738 KJT expired on 24 Feb 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S738 KJT?
The MOT on S738 KJT expired on 24 Feb 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S738 KJT done?
S738 KJT was recorded at 105,175 miles at its MOT on 1 Feb 2023, an average of 2,840 miles a year.
Has S738 KJT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S738 KJT has failed 14 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on S738 KJT 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 S738 KJT find?
S738 KJT passed its latest MOT on 1 Feb 2023 with 4 advisories: nearside rear brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule; nearside rear brake pad(s) wearing thin; offside rear brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule, and 1 more.

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