
Volkswagen Golf
Silver · Petrol · 1998 · 1,781 cc
S747 NSAMOT history
S747 NSA is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 19 Dec 1998. Its MOT is valid until 22 Jul 2027 and it has passed 11 of 21 MOT tests, with 93,740 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jul 2026.

- MOT
- Valid
- Until 22 Jul 2027
- Mileage
- 93,740 mi
- At MOT on 23 Jul 2026
- MOT tests
- 21
- 11 passed · 10 failed
- Per year
- 3,201 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- S747 NSA
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- Volkswagen
- Model
- Golf
- Colour
- Silver
- Fuel type
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 1,781 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 1998
- First used
- 19 Dec 1998
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 22 Jul 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 23 Jul 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
S747 NSA was last recorded at 93,740 miles on 23 Jul 2026, 36 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Jul 2026.
- Previous MOT
- 93,704 miles · 13 Jul 2026
- Between the last two tests
- 36 miles
- Average per year
- 3,201 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 93,740 miles
- 2025 – 86,783 miles
- 2024 – 80,075 miles
- 2023 – 78,249 miles
- 2022 – 76,335 miles
- 2021 – 74,199 miles
- 2019 – 69,485 miles
- 2018 – 60,138 miles
- 2017 – 60,099 miles
- 2016 – 59,158 miles
- 2011 – 45,157 miles
What the latest MOT found
- AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess At the rear calliper corroded (1.1.15 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryRear axle corroded
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 Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing
Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2023
Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing
Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2023
Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened
Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025
Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread
Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024
Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened
Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024
Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing
Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024
Full MOT history
21 tests since 19 May 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass93,740 miles (+36)6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 22 Jul 2027
- Odometer
- 93,740 miles
- Test number
- 597122015899
- AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess At the rear calliper corroded (1.1.15 (a))
- 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))
- AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryRear axle corroded
Fail93,704 miles (+6,921)4 major5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 93,704 miles
- Test number
- 304195792695
- MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
- MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
- MajorNearside Rear Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
- AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Power steering ram has slight seepage from a joint (2.1.5 (a))
- 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))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Pass86,783 miles (+109)5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 11 Jul 2026
- Odometer
- 86,783 miles
- Test number
- 747376978277
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing thin on inside shoulder (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage over rack (2.1.5 (a))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Fail86,674 miles (+6,599)2 major5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 86,674 miles
- Test number
- 459885664775
- MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
- MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing thin on inside shoulder (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage over rack (2.1.5 (a))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Pass80,075 miles (+68)5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 11 Jul 2025
- Odometer
- 80,075 miles
- Test number
- 939901865215
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
- AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Fail80,007 miles (+1,758)3 dangerous8 major7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 80,007 miles
- Test number
- 228367560360
- DangerousNearside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
- DangerousOffside Front Outer Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- DangerousOffside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
- MajorNearside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play Inner track rod ball joint has excess wear (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush on suspension arm has excess wear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
- MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear brake pipe corroded at connection to flexi hose at NSR (1.1.11 (c))
- MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outer sill corroded and holed next to rear axle mounting point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryCentral Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage Pipes have a slight leak going into power steering rack (2.1.5 (a))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Rear axle structure, spring retaining cups and shock absorber mounting points corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Pass78,249 miles (+3)13 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 30 Mar 2024
- Odometer
- 78,249 miles
- Test number
- 452005455099
- AdvisoryCentral Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage Power steering pipes oil leak at connection to steering rack (2.1.5 (a))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Rear Axle Corroded at spring and shock absorber mounting points (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Fail78,246 miles (+1,911)1 dangerous3 major14 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 78,246 miles
- Test number
- 576437252263
- DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system Leak at connection of hose to caliper (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
- MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryCentral Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage Power steering pipes oil leak at connection to steering rack (2.1.5 (a))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Rear Axle Corroded at spring and shock absorber mounting points (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Pass76,335 miles (+77)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 28 Mar 2023
- Odometer
- 76,335 miles
- Test number
- 291630932182
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Fail76,258 miles (+2,059)4 major4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 76,258 miles
- Test number
- 192880017424
- MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
- MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding wheel bearing not checked (1.2.1 (f))
- MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside sill some corrosion
- AdvisoryOffside Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Pass74,199 miles (+13)5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 14 Jan 2022
- Odometer
- 74,199 miles
- Test number
- 244209518430
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing in treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing in treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Fail74,186 miles (+4,701)2 dangerous2 major6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 74,186 miles
- Test number
- 659311422535
- DangerousOffside Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
- DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
- MajorFront Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
- MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing in treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing in treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Pass69,485 miles (+21)
- MOT expiry
- 14 Jan 2021
- Odometer
- 69,485 miles
- Test number
- 998191186376
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail69,464 miles (+9,326)7 major1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 69,464 miles
- Test number
- 977014032032
- 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))
- MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
- MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
- MajorOffside 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))
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Pass60,138 miles (+9)
- MOT expiry
- 17 Jul 2019
- Odometer
- 60,138 miles
- Test number
- 919743930500
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail60,129 miles (+30)3 major
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 60,129 miles
- Test number
- 636391461201
- MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
- MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
- MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding handbrake sticking . (1.2.1 (f))
Pass60,099 miles (+6)
- MOT expiry
- 26 Jun 2018
- Odometer
- 60,099 miles
- Test number
- 725441327245
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail60,093 miles (+935)4 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 60,093 miles
- Test number
- 782547100945
- FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
- FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
- FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
- FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Pass59,158 miles (+9)
- MOT expiry
- 8 Jun 2017
- Odometer
- 59,158 miles
- Test number
- 173321487947
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail59,149 miles (+13,992)5 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 59,149 miles
- Test number
- 837173601673
- FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
- FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
- FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
- FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases joint leaking (7.1.2)
- FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Pass45,157 miles1 advisory2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 18 May 2012
- Odometer
- 45,157 miles
- Test number
- 887919531104
- AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
- NoteNearside steering rack track rod wearing
- NoteOffside front tyre wearing on edge of tread
Questions about S747 NSA
- Does S747 NSA currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S747 NSA is valid until 22 Jul 2027.
- When is the MOT due on S747 NSA?
- The MOT on S747 NSA is valid until 22 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has S747 NSA done?
- S747 NSA was recorded at 93,740 miles at its MOT on 23 Jul 2026, an average of 3,201 miles a year.
- Has S747 NSA ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. S747 NSA has failed 10 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Jul 2026.
- Has the mileage on S747 NSA 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 S747 NSA find?
- S747 NSA passed its latest MOT on 23 Jul 2026 with 6 advisories: front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside rear brake cable damaged but not to excess at the rear calliper corroded; nearside rear brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule, and 3 more.
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