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Volkswagen Golf

Green · Diesel · 1998 · 1,900 cc

S753 TAWMOT history

S753 TAW is a green diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 31 Dec 1998. Its MOT is valid until 24 Oct 2027 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 203,081 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Oct 2026.

S753 TAW green Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 24 Oct 2027
Mileage
203,081 mi
At MOT on 6 Oct 2026
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
7,188 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S753 TAW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,900 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
31 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S753 TAW was last recorded at 203,081 miles on 6 Oct 2026, 3,769 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
199,312 miles · 16 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
3,769 miles
Average per year
7,188 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 203,081 miles
  • 2025 – 199,312 miles
  • 2024 – 195,871 miles
  • 2023 – 190,202 miles
  • 2022 – 181,589 miles
  • 2021 – 173,631 miles
  • 2020 – 164,004 miles
  • 2019 – 153,593 miles
  • 2018 – 146,147 miles
  • 2017 – 143,722 miles
  • 2016 – 140,492 miles
  • 2015 – 136,997 miles
  • 2014 – 130,275 miles
  • 2013 – 109,709 miles
  • 2012 – 101,238 miles
  • 2011 – 87,223 miles
  • 2010 – 78,474 miles
  • 2009 – 76,505 miles
  • 2008 – 74,215 miles
  • 2007 – 67,696 miles
  • 2006 – 58,766 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass203,081 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Axle corroded
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2020

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2017

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2014

Full MOT history

28 tests since 8 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass203,081 miles (+3,769)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    203,081 miles
    Test number
    922728135630
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass199,312 miles (+3,441)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    199,312 miles
    Test number
    610910286423
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass195,871 miles (+5,669)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    195,871 miles
    Test number
    456342241199
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass190,202 miles (+8,613)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    190,202 miles
    Test number
    529983766353
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass181,589 miles (+7,958)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    181,589 miles
    Test number
    584589490123
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Sump plug (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass173,631 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    173,631 miles
    Test number
    206981150622
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Fail173,631 miles (+9,627)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,631 miles
    Test number
    674261233343
    • Repaired at testOffside 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 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass164,004 miles (+10,411)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    164,004 miles
    Test number
    960344725743
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass153,593 miles (+7,446)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    153,593 miles
    Test number
    648629598304
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (0.1 (b))

  10. Pass146,147 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    146,147 miles
    Test number
    525282140122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail146,147 miles (+2,425)1 failure1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,147 miles
    Test number
    394152905804
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  12. Pass143,722 miles (+3,230)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    143,722 miles
    Test number
    418801460828
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass140,492 miles (+3,495)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    140,492 miles
    Test number
    841085051493

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass136,997 miles (+6,722)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    136,997 miles
    Test number
    729260985192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail130,275 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,275 miles
    Test number
    147477274124
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass130,275 miles (+20,566)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    130,275 miles
    Test number
    305477674106
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass109,709 miles (+8,471)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    109,709 miles
    Test number
    416872673154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass101,238 miles (+14,015)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    101,238 miles
    Test number
    166324872153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass87,223 miles (+8,749)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    87,223 miles
    Test number
    815322271122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail78,474 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,474 miles
    Test number
    781823070136
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  21. Pass78,474 miles (+1,969)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    78,474 miles
    Test number
    912803570139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail76,505 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,505 miles
    Test number
    503813589118
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  23. Pass76,505 miles (+2,290)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    76,505 miles
    Test number
    981643789159
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  24. Pass74,215 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    74,215 miles
    Test number
    381993178238
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

  25. Fail74,215 miles (+6,519)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,215 miles
    Test number
    534513778227
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

  26. Fail67,696 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,696 miles
    Test number
    481260057272
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  27. Pass67,696 miles (+8,930)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    67,696 miles
    Test number
    920140857271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass58,766 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    58,766 miles
    Test number
    112461656251
    • 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)

Questions about S753 TAW

Does S753 TAW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S753 TAW is valid until 24 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on S753 TAW?
The MOT on S753 TAW is valid until 24 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S753 TAW done?
S753 TAW was recorded at 203,081 miles at its MOT on 6 Oct 2026, an average of 7,188 miles a year.
Has S753 TAW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S753 TAW has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Oct 2021.
Has the mileage on S753 TAW 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 S753 TAW find?
S753 TAW passed its latest MOT on 6 Oct 2026 with 9 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill, and 6 more.

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