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Volkswagen Golf

Green · Petrol · 1998 · 1,600 cc

S741 RKEMOT history

S741 RKE is a green petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 13 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 10 Oct 2022 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 142,703 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Dec 2022.

S741 RKE green Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 10 Oct 2022
Mileage
142,703 mi
At MOT on 30 Dec 2022
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,512 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S741 RKE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,600 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
13 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Oct 2022
Latest MOT test
30 Dec 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

S741 RKE was last recorded at 142,703 miles on 30 Dec 2022, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Nov 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
142,703 miles · 9 Nov 2022
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
5,512 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 142,703 miles
  • 2021 – 139,479 miles
  • 2019 – 139,458 miles
  • 2018 – 132,991 miles
  • 2017 – 129,020 miles
  • 2016 – 121,935 miles
  • 2015 – 112,493 miles
  • 2014 – 102,068 miles
  • 2013 – 92,966 miles
  • 2012 – 86,188 miles
  • 2011 – 80,548 miles
  • 2010 – 75,914 miles
  • 2009 – 70,302 miles
  • 2008 – 66,211 miles
  • 2007 – 59,673 miles
  • 2006 – 52,232 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail142,703 miles
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement at rear of lower arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement at rear of lower arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin All (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

21 tests since 1 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail142,703 miles3 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,703 miles
    Test number
    790081302150
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement at rear of lower arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement at rear of lower arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin All (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail142,703 miles (+3,224)5 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,703 miles
    Test number
    429565227882
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement at rear of lower arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement at rear of lower arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass139,479 miles (+21)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    139,479 miles
    Test number
    876080969991

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail139,458 miles (+6,467)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,458 miles
    Test number
    611944606337
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits 0.62 (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault airbag light on (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass132,991 miles (+3,971)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    132,991 miles
    Test number
    654992438426

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass129,020 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    129,020 miles
    Test number
    112534804415

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail129,019 miles (+7,084)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,019 miles
    Test number
    488053392293
    • FailureOffside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort 80 (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  8. Pass121,935 miles (+9,442)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    121,935 miles
    Test number
    982216047911
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  9. Pass112,493 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    112,493 miles
    Test number
    739741920455

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail112,493 miles (+10,425)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,493 miles
    Test number
    427962017697
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  11. Pass102,068 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    102,068 miles
    Test number
    877659034223
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  12. Fail102,068 miles (+9,102)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,068 miles
    Test number
    476138334294
    • FailureFront registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  13. Pass92,966 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    92,966 miles
    Test number
    535700943297
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  14. Fail92,966 miles (+6,778)2 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,966 miles
    Test number
    799880743274
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn on outer edge
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn slightly on inner edge
    • NoteOffside rear tyre perished

  15. Pass86,188 miles (+5,640)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    86,188 miles
    Test number
    217956532237
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth front arm rear bushes perished

  16. Pass80,548 miles (+4,634)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    80,548 miles
    Test number
    568921811289
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  17. Pass75,914 miles (+5,612)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    75,914 miles
    Test number
    813289510214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass70,302 miles (+4,091)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    70,302 miles
    Test number
    314045699126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass66,211 miles (+6,538)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    66,211 miles
    Test number
    754244628208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass59,673 miles (+7,441)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    59,673 miles
    Test number
    754401417283

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass52,232 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    52,232 miles
    Test number
    303183116428
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about S741 RKE

Does S741 RKE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S741 RKE expired on 10 Oct 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S741 RKE?
The MOT on S741 RKE expired on 10 Oct 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S741 RKE done?
S741 RKE was recorded at 142,703 miles at its MOT on 30 Dec 2022, an average of 5,512 miles a year.
Has S741 RKE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S741 RKE has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Dec 2022.
Has the mileage on S741 RKE 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 S741 RKE find?
S741 RKE failed its latest MOT on 30 Dec 2022 with 3 major defects and 9 advisories: exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits; nearside front position lamp not working, and 9 more.

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