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Volkswagen Golf

Grey · Petrol · 1998 · 1,600 cc

S748 SNDMOT history

S748 SND is a grey petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 22 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 18 Nov 2024 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 136,843 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Nov 2024.

S748 SND grey Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 18 Nov 2024
Mileage
136,843 mi
At MOT on 12 Nov 2024
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,464 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S748 SND
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,600 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
22 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Nov 2024
Latest MOT test
12 Nov 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

S748 SND was last recorded at 136,843 miles on 12 Nov 2024, 8,035 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Oct 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
128,808 miles · 31 Oct 2023
Between the last two tests
8,035 miles
Average per year
5,464 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 136,843 miles
  • 2023 – 128,808 miles
  • 2022 – 123,552 miles
  • 2021 – 120,932 miles
  • 2020 – 116,135 miles
  • 2019 – 112,785 miles
  • 2018 – 110,047 miles
  • 2017 – 98,450 miles
  • 2016 – 93,660 miles
  • 2015 – 87,972 miles
  • 2014 – 79,717 miles
  • 2013 – 73,386 miles
  • 2012 – 68,540 miles
  • 2011 – 65,715 miles
  • 2010 – 60,335 miles
  • 2009 – 51,867 miles
  • 2008 – 45,335 miles
  • 2007 – 40,045 miles
  • 2006 – 34,514 miles
  • 2005 – 31,718 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail136,843 miles
  • DangerousOffside Front Anti-roll bar fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • MajorFront Brake pad(s) contaminated Material Seperating From Backing (1.1.13 (b))
  • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords And Low (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has slight wear or free play
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has slight wear or free play
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess Cable Tight And Not Returning (1.1.15 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Axle Has Areas Of Corrosion
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (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.

  • Nearside headlight damaged

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

28 tests since 17 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail136,843 miles (+8,035)1 dangerous11 major1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,843 miles
    Test number
    174038872361
    • DangerousOffside Front Anti-roll bar fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Brake pad(s) contaminated Material Seperating From Backing (1.1.13 (b))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords And Low (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has slight wear or free play
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has slight wear or free play
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess Cable Tight And Not Returning (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle Has Areas Of Corrosion
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass128,808 miles (+5,256)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    128,808 miles
    Test number
    849939527880

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass123,552 miles (+2,620)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    123,552 miles
    Test number
    767491090470

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass120,932 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    120,932 miles
    Test number
    760014441902

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail120,922 miles (+4,787)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,922 miles
    Test number
    392528092659
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  6. Pass116,135 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    116,135 miles
    Test number
    573427770253
    • AdvisoryNearside headlight damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Fail116,130 miles (+3,345)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,130 miles
    Test number
    872010574006
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside headlight damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass112,785 miles (+8)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    112,785 miles
    Test number
    570965523796
    • AdvisoryNearside headlight damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Fail112,777 miles (+2,730)2 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,777 miles
    Test number
    269556822898
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside headlight damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass110,047 miles (+6)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    110,047 miles
    Test number
    172906314027
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Fail110,041 miles (+11,591)2 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,041 miles
    Test number
    841356540400
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded along axle to calliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass98,450 miles (+4,790)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    98,450 miles
    Test number
    475459200509
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass93,660 miles (+5,688)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    93,660 miles
    Test number
    110454802737

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail87,972 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,972 miles
    Test number
    157798005257
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  15. Pass87,972 miles (+8,255)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    87,972 miles
    Test number
    356678005286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass79,717 miles (+6,331)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    79,717 miles
    Test number
    678429204235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass73,386 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    73,386 miles
    Test number
    476264723290
    • NoteRadiator has water leak

  18. Fail73,386 miles (+4,846)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,386 miles
    Test number
    519764623290
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • NoteRadiator has water leak

  19. Pass68,540 miles (+2,825)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    68,540 miles
    Test number
    477783622206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass65,715 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    65,715 miles
    Test number
    626872631254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail65,715 miles (+5,380)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,715 miles
    Test number
    347398421454
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  22. Pass60,335 miles (+8,468)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    60,335 miles
    Test number
    904355610252
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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)

  23. Pass51,867 miles (+6,532)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    51,867 miles
    Test number
    343766719411

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail45,335 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,335 miles
    Test number
    344114328446
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  25. Pass45,335 miles (+5,290)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    45,335 miles
    Test number
    580074728256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass40,045 miles (+5,531)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    40,045 miles
    Test number
    791403827285
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  27. Pass34,514 miles (+2,796)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    34,514 miles
    Test number
    314798826288
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass31,718 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    31,718 miles
    Test number
    840929025227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S748 SND

Does S748 SND currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S748 SND expired on 18 Nov 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S748 SND?
The MOT on S748 SND expired on 18 Nov 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S748 SND done?
S748 SND was recorded at 136,843 miles at its MOT on 12 Nov 2024, an average of 5,464 miles a year.
Has S748 SND ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S748 SND has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on S748 SND 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 S748 SND find?
S748 SND failed its latest MOT on 12 Nov 2024 with 1 dangerous defect, 11 major defects, 1 minor defect and 10 advisories: offside front anti-roll bar fractured; exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits, and 20 more.

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