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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Diesel · 1998 · 1,896 cc

S73 AAFMOT history

S73 AAF is a blue diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 14 Aug 1998. Its MOT is valid until 2 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 108,188 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Mar 2026.

S73 AAF blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 2 Apr 2027
Mileage
108,188 mi
At MOT on 27 Mar 2026
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,138 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S73 AAF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
14 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S73 AAF was last recorded at 108,188 miles on 27 Mar 2026, 4,345 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
103,843 miles · 17 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
4,345 miles
Average per year
3,138 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 108,188 miles
  • 2025 – 103,843 miles
  • 2024 – 99,608 miles
  • 2023 – 97,347 miles
  • 2022 – 96,669 miles
  • 2021 – 96,104 miles
  • 2020 – 95,584 miles
  • 2019 – 94,745 miles
  • 2018 – 93,456 miles
  • 2017 – 91,423 miles
  • 2016 – 89,396 miles
  • 2015 – 87,849 miles
  • 2014 – 83,148 miles
  • 2013 – 79,039 miles
  • 2012 – 74,380 miles
  • 2010 – 63,615 miles
  • 2009 – 58,500 miles
  • 2008 – 53,838 miles
  • 2007 – 48,566 miles
  • 2006 – 45,752 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass108,188 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2018

  • Rear beam axle is becoming corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

25 tests since 3 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass108,188 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    108,188 miles
    Test number
    801458765839

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail108,187 miles (+4,344)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,187 miles
    Test number
    863207912181
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass103,843 miles (+4,235)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    103,843 miles
    Test number
    425006814264
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass99,608 miles (+2,261)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    99,608 miles
    Test number
    310592872658
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass97,347 miles (+678)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    97,347 miles
    Test number
    789489942787

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass96,669 miles (+565)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    96,669 miles
    Test number
    869558816673

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass96,104 miles (+520)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    96,104 miles
    Test number
    853410178199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass95,584 miles (+839)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    95,584 miles
    Test number
    291946929775

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass94,745 miles (+1,289)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    94,745 miles
    Test number
    629046033577

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass93,456 miles (+7)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    93,456 miles
    Test number
    341369963149
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  11. Fail93,449 miles (+2,026)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,449 miles
    Test number
    491684791065
    • FailureNearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  12. Pass91,423 miles (+10)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    91,423 miles
    Test number
    126618480341
    • AdvisoryRear beam axle is becoming corroded

  13. Fail91,413 miles (+2,017)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,413 miles
    Test number
    173128257138
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear beam axle is becoming corroded

  14. Pass89,396 miles (+1,547)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2017
    Odometer
    89,396 miles
    Test number
    122491961942

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass87,849 miles (+4,701)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2016
    Odometer
    87,849 miles
    Test number
    496662715178
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass83,148 miles (+4,109)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2015
    Odometer
    83,148 miles
    Test number
    726238514172
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass79,039 miles (+21)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2014
    Odometer
    79,039 miles
    Test number
    176072923122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail79,018 miles (+4,638)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,018 miles
    Test number
    217620823418
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  19. Pass74,380 miles (+10,765)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    74,380 miles
    Test number
    466592622103
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear passenger door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)

  20. Pass63,615 miles (+5,115)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2011
    Odometer
    63,615 miles
    Test number
    284026600145
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  21. Pass58,500 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2010
    Odometer
    58,500 miles
    Test number
    481939419169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail58,495 miles (+4,657)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,495 miles
    Test number
    964697919145
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  23. Pass53,838 miles (+5,272)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2009
    Odometer
    53,838 miles
    Test number
    544402828137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass48,566 miles (+2,814)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2008
    Odometer
    48,566 miles
    Test number
    444729907163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass45,752 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2007
    Odometer
    45,752 miles
    Test number
    250348426149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S73 AAF

Does S73 AAF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S73 AAF is valid until 2 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on S73 AAF?
The MOT on S73 AAF is valid until 2 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S73 AAF done?
S73 AAF was recorded at 108,188 miles at its MOT on 27 Mar 2026, an average of 3,138 miles a year.
Has S73 AAF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S73 AAF has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on S73 AAF 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 S73 AAF find?
S73 AAF passed its latest MOT on 27 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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