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Red · Diesel · 1998 · 1,896 cc

S738 UAYMOT history

S738 UAY is a red diesel Volkswagen Caddy first used on 26 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 18 Jan 2025 and it has passed 19 of 24 MOT tests, with 137,621 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Jan 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 18 Jan 2025
Mileage
137,621 mi
At MOT on 19 Jan 2024
MOT tests
24
19 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,060 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S738 UAY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Caddy
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
26 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Jan 2025
Latest MOT test
19 Jan 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

S738 UAY was last recorded at 137,621 miles on 19 Jan 2024, 3,398 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jan 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
134,223 miles · 17 Jan 2023
Between the last two tests
3,398 miles
Average per year
6,060 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 137,621 miles
  • 2023 – 134,223 miles
  • 2022 – 131,096 miles
  • 2021 – 126,444 miles
  • 2020 – 126,186 miles
  • 2019 – 120,738 miles
  • 2018 – 116,554 miles
  • 2017 – 112,639 miles
  • 2016 – 109,904 miles
  • 2015 – 104,666 miles
  • 2014 – 100,267 miles
  • 2013 – 95,818 miles
  • 2012 – 91,154 miles
  • 2011 – 86,271 miles
  • 2010 – 81,880 miles
  • 2009 – 77,614 miles
  • 2008 – 73,648 miles
  • 2007 – 68,644 miles
  • 2006 – 32,102 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass137,621 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened face of (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear inner wheel arch corroaded
  • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel arch corroaded
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge @3mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel arch corroaded
  • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced middle of sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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 Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Offside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass137,621 miles (+3,398)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    137,621 miles
    Test number
    203423661300
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened face of (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear inner wheel arch corroaded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel arch corroaded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge @3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel arch corroaded
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced middle of sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  2. Pass134,223 miles (+3,127)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    134,223 miles
    Test number
    328428706132
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases middle to rear (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened face of (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front door intermitant opens
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill/floor area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  3. Pass131,096 miles (+4,652)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    131,096 miles
    Test number
    275637831370
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases middle near rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  4. Pass126,444 miles (+258)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    126,444 miles
    Test number
    181745787303
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  5. Fail126,186 miles (+5,448)3 dangerous7 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,186 miles
    Test number
    384432163534
    • DangerousNearside Front Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySpare wheel carrier corroded ,but still secure
  6. Pass120,738 miles (+4,184)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    120,738 miles
    Test number
    829245423388
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear brake performance just passable
  7. Pass116,554 miles (+3,915)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    116,554 miles
    Test number
    220582795611

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass112,639 miles (+2,735)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    112,639 miles
    Test number
    491153838804
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)
  9. Pass109,904 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    109,904 miles
    Test number
    266140637119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail109,904 miles (+5,238)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,904 miles
    Test number
    836199821975
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a pin or bush of a lower wishbone inner bearing (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
  11. Pass104,666 miles (+4,399)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    104,666 miles
    Test number
    857199505393
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded all pipes (3.6.B.2c)
  12. Pass100,267 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    100,267 miles
    Test number
    485052344438
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteO/s/f slighty perished
  13. Fail100,267 miles (+4,449)4 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,267 miles
    Test number
    186962844303
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.E.2b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteO/s/f slighty perished
  14. Pass95,818 miles (+129)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    95,818 miles
    Test number
    555323123331
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
  15. Fail95,689 miles (+4,535)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,689 miles
    Test number
    468850423345
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
  16. Pass91,154 miles (+4,883)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    91,154 miles
    Test number
    366887422367
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)
    • NoteBOTH REAR TYRES SLIGHTLY PERISHED
  17. Pass86,271 miles (+4,391)1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    86,271 miles
    Test number
    756680451314
    • NoteBoth rear tyres slightly perished
  18. Pass81,880 miles (+4,266)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    81,880 miles
    Test number
    421686730432

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass77,614 miles (+3,966)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    77,614 miles
    Test number
    791249749303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass73,648 miles (+5,004)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    73,648 miles
    Test number
    320763348341

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass68,644 miles (+436)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    68,644 miles
    Test number
    974905447362

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass68,208 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    68,208 miles
    Test number
    604318627294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail68,193 miles (+36,091)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,193 miles
    Test number
    812957527240
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)
  24. Pass32,102 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    32,102 miles
    Test number
    274583436211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S738 UAY

Does S738 UAY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S738 UAY expired on 18 Jan 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S738 UAY?
The MOT on S738 UAY expired on 18 Jan 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S738 UAY done?
S738 UAY was recorded at 137,621 miles at its MOT on 19 Jan 2024, an average of 6,060 miles a year.
Has S738 UAY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S738 UAY has failed 5 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Dec 2020.
Has the mileage on S738 UAY 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 UAY find?
S738 UAY passed its latest MOT on 19 Jan 2024 with 7 advisories: nearside front inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened face of; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside rear inner wheel arch corroaded, and 4 more.

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