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Volkswagen Golf

Orange · Petrol · 1998 · 1,800 cc

S754 LJHMOT history

S754 LJH is an orange petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 12 Dec 1998. Its MOT is valid until 11 Jun 2027 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 149,553 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Jun 2026.

S754 LJH orange Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 11 Jun 2027
Mileage
149,553 mi
At MOT on 12 Jun 2026
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
6,421 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S754 LJH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Orange
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,800 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
12 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S754 LJH was last recorded at 149,553 miles on 12 Jun 2026, 469 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
149,084 miles · 29 May 2026
Between the last two tests
469 miles
Average per year
6,421 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 149,553 miles
  • 2025 – 135,939 miles
  • 2024 – 127,121 miles
  • 2023 – 121,206 miles
  • 2022 – 113,808 miles
  • 2021 – 99,642 miles
  • 2020 – 79,875 miles
  • 2018 – 77,766 miles
  • 2017 – 73,106 miles
  • 2016 – 66,928 miles
  • 2015 – 61,575 miles
  • 2014 – 53,900 miles
  • 2013 – 47,831 miles
  • 2012 – 43,591 miles
  • 2011 – 38,057 miles
  • 2010 – 31,941 miles
  • 2009 – 29,206 miles
  • 2008 – 27,480 miles
  • 2007 – 25,016 miles
  • 2006 – 23,492 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass149,553 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryLight switch faultyRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major3 MOTs, 2023–2026

  • Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2026

  • Central Exhaust mounting defective

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) badly worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge badly worn, cords not showing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

30 tests since 24 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass149,553 miles (+469)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    149,553 miles
    Test number
    859426570505
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryLight switch faulty

  2. Fail149,084 miles (+139)1 dangerous3 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,084 miles
    Test number
    310084077596
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryLight switch faulty

  3. Fail148,945 miles (+13,006)1 dangerous5 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,945 miles
    Test number
    811025049983
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system deteriorating
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHead lamp switch worn
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component Rack N/S (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Axle beam (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass135,939 miles (+8,818)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2026
    Odometer
    135,939 miles
    Test number
    477688318323
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage 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 inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass127,121 miles (+5,915)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    127,121 miles
    Test number
    440881762282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass121,206 miles (+35)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    121,206 miles
    Test number
    669435174463
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Fail121,171 miles (+7,363)1 dangerous1 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,171 miles
    Test number
    300405480822
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Items removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryFront front wheels not matching pair
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner rearward bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner sidewall maybe cause of deflation (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass113,808 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    113,808 miles
    Test number
    396154135254
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) badly worn
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge badly worn, cords not showing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  9. Fail113,808 miles (+14,166)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,808 miles
    Test number
    867288083011
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorRear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) badly worn
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge badly worn, cords not showing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass99,642 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    99,642 miles
    Test number
    514695384494
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Fail99,642 miles (+19,767)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,642 miles
    Test number
    169890171408
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested Offside rear brake pads worn down to the metal (1.2.1 (g))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass79,875 miles (+2,109)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    79,875 miles
    Test number
    227392344118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass77,766 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    77,766 miles
    Test number
    278044044436
    • AdvisoryBoth drive shafts are very corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  14. Fail77,764 miles (+4,658)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,764 miles
    Test number
    275018558906
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth drive shafts are very corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  15. Pass73,106 miles (+6,178)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    73,106 miles
    Test number
    348651118056
    • AdvisoryBoth rear coil springs are corroded

  16. Pass66,928 miles (+5,353)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    66,928 miles
    Test number
    239478874444
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

  17. Pass61,575 miles (+7,675)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    61,575 miles
    Test number
    874983019081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass53,900 miles (+303)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    53,900 miles
    Test number
    165043074291
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth rear axle bushes are splitting.

  19. Fail53,597 miles (+5,766)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,597 miles
    Test number
    376528464272
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteRear axle front bushes separating ,,,

  20. Pass47,831 miles (+4,240)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    47,831 miles
    Test number
    787714173272
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on inner edges
    • NoteNearside rear tyre wearing low

  21. Pass43,591 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    43,591 miles
    Test number
    759436972264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail43,591 miles (+5,534)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,591 miles
    Test number
    307302472219
    • 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)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  23. Pass38,057 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    38,057 miles
    Test number
    108826071209
    • NoteFront number plate starting to seperate
    • NoteRear wiper blade split

  24. Fail38,057 miles (+6,116)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,057 miles
    Test number
    708096371210
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteFront number plate starting to seperate
    • NoteRear wiper blade split

  25. Pass31,941 miles (+2,735)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    31,941 miles
    Test number
    363437380409
    • NoteCut in nearside rear tyre outer wall and starting to split
    • NoteRear tyres perished

  26. Pass29,206 miles (+1,726)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    29,206 miles
    Test number
    514292199215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass27,480 miles (+2,464)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    27,480 miles
    Test number
    510548988231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass25,016 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    25,016 miles
    Test number
    233071497259
    • NoteCuts in nearside rear tyre outer wall

  29. Fail25,016 miles (+1,524)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,016 miles
    Test number
    122311697242
    • 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)
    • NoteCuts in nearside rear tyre outer wall

  30. Pass23,492 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    23,492 miles
    Test number
    471357096239
    • NoteCuts in n/s/r tyre outer wall

Questions about S754 LJH

Does S754 LJH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S754 LJH is valid until 11 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on S754 LJH?
The MOT on S754 LJH is valid until 11 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S754 LJH done?
S754 LJH was recorded at 149,553 miles at its MOT on 12 Jun 2026, an average of 6,421 miles a year.
Has S754 LJH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S754 LJH has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 29 May 2026.
Has the mileage on S754 LJH 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 S754 LJH find?
S754 LJH passed its latest MOT on 12 Jun 2026 with 1 minor defect and 8 advisories: offside front position lamp light intensity obviously reduced; front exhaust mounting defective; front oil leak, but not excessive, and 6 more.

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