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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 1998 · 1,900 cc

S763 PCSMOT history

S763 PCS is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 10 Nov 1998. Its MOT is valid until 1 Oct 2027 and it has passed 22 of 34 MOT tests, with 177,213 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Oct 2026.

S763 PCS black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 1 Oct 2027
Mileage
177,213 mi
At MOT on 2 Oct 2026
MOT tests
34
22 passed · 12 failed
Per year
4,415 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S763 PCS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,900 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
10 Nov 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S763 PCS was last recorded at 177,213 miles on 2 Oct 2026, 1,487 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
175,726 miles · 19 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
1,487 miles
Average per year
4,415 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 177,213 miles
  • 2025 – 175,726 miles
  • 2024 – 174,792 miles
  • 2023 – 173,523 miles
  • 2022 – 172,111 miles
  • 2021 – 170,370 miles
  • 2020 – 168,671 miles
  • 2019 – 166,933 miles
  • 2018 – 165,034 miles
  • 2017 – 162,999 miles
  • 2016 – 161,016 miles
  • 2015 – 158,820 miles
  • 2014 – 156,838 miles
  • 2013 – 155,109 miles
  • 2012 – 147,371 miles
  • 2011 – 140,462 miles
  • 2010 – 131,950 miles
  • 2009 – 122,880 miles
  • 2008 – 108,001 miles
  • 2007 – 95,518 miles
  • 2006 – 86,391 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass177,213 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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 emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit

    Major3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear section

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear section

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

34 tests since 7 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass177,213 miles (+1,487)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    177,213 miles
    Test number
    387213702573
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass175,726 miles (+934)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    175,726 miles
    Test number
    865588389402
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust heat shield loose
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass174,792 miles (+1,269)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    174,792 miles
    Test number
    366714241633
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass173,523 miles (+1,412)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    173,523 miles
    Test number
    473581411008
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield loose at rear
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass172,111 miles (+13)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    172,111 miles
    Test number
    479258661152
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear section (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear section (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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))

  6. Fail172,098 miles (+1,728)1 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,098 miles
    Test number
    641156595842
    • MajorAll direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear section (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear section (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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))

  7. Pass170,370 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    170,370 miles
    Test number
    896453735374

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail170,370 miles (+1,699)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,370 miles
    Test number
    399915544508
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

  9. Pass168,671 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    168,671 miles
    Test number
    321561391856
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail168,659 miles (+1,726)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,659 miles
    Test number
    302267034384
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass166,933 miles (+1,899)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    166,933 miles
    Test number
    139669212256
    • AdvisoryInner Road wheel slightly distorted all four (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to offside rear jacking point
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to front subframe

  12. Pass165,034 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    165,034 miles
    Test number
    174815021379

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail165,027 miles (+2,028)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,027 miles
    Test number
    347617621128
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

  14. Pass162,999 miles (+1,983)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    162,999 miles
    Test number
    833024028938

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass161,016 miles (+2,196)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    161,016 miles
    Test number
    963851205494
    • AdvisoryFront number plate deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre valve deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside front & nearside rear tyres damaged on sidewalls
    • AdvisorySlight play in nearside outer track rod end ball joint

  16. Pass158,820 miles (+77)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    158,820 miles
    Test number
    634856853521

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail158,743 miles (+1,905)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,743 miles
    Test number
    897480394820
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high Driving lamp forming part of dip beam (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside Driving lamps forming part of dip beam (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  18. Pass156,838 miles (+1,729)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    156,838 miles
    Test number
    249388654274
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryMacpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteOffside front road wheel inner rim distorted

  19. Pass155,109 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    155,109 miles
    Test number
    195583663282
    • NoteFront anti-roll bar - slight play in nearside and offside droplinks

  20. Fail155,109 miles (+72)2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,109 miles
    Test number
    887593263256
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteFront anti-roll bar - slight play in nearside and offside droplinks

  21. Fail155,037 miles10 failures3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,037 miles
    Test number
    345102563252
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureFront Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteAll 4 tyres kerb damage to outer walls

  22. Pass155,037 miles (+7,666)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    155,037 miles
    Test number
    316962063224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail147,371 miles1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,371 miles
    Test number
    217149702281
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing on inner edge
    • NoteSlight play in nearside of steering rack

  24. Pass147,371 miles (+6,909)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    147,371 miles
    Test number
    355989202210
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing on inner edge
    • NoteSlight play in nearside of steering rack

  25. Pass140,462 miles (+173)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    140,462 miles
    Test number
    539398311240
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFronnt wipers split to edges
    • NoteSlight damage to offside front tyre outer wall

  26. Fail140,289 miles (+8,339)6 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,289 miles
    Test number
    855285411289
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower wishbone bearing (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower wishbone bearing (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteFronnt wipers split to edges
    • NoteSlight damage to offside front tyre outer wall

  27. Fail131,950 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,950 miles
    Test number
    211035560199
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  28. Pass131,950 miles (+9,070)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    131,950 miles
    Test number
    274835460445
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  29. Pass122,880 miles (+14,879)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    122,880 miles
    Test number
    422310479150
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteReverse lights inoperative
    • NoteSlight play in offside of steering rack

  30. Pass108,001 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    108,001 miles
    Test number
    120733278133
    • NoteNearside and offside front suspension arms - rear bushes perishing
    • NoteSlight play in nearside of steering rack

  31. Fail108,001 miles (+12,483)2 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,001 miles
    Test number
    520773278191
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteNearside and offside front suspension arms - rear bushes perishing
    • NoteSlight play in nearside of steering rack

  32. Pass95,518 miles (+9,127)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    95,518 miles
    Test number
    200906977444
    • 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)

  33. Pass86,391 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    86,391 miles
    Test number
    952886666031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Fail86,391 miles2 failures1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,391 miles
    Test number
    130986666076
    • FailureBrake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureDirection indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

Questions about S763 PCS

Does S763 PCS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S763 PCS is valid until 1 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on S763 PCS?
The MOT on S763 PCS is valid until 1 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S763 PCS done?
S763 PCS was recorded at 177,213 miles at its MOT on 2 Oct 2026, an average of 4,415 miles a year.
Has S763 PCS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S763 PCS has failed 12 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Sept 2022.
Has the mileage on S763 PCS 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 S763 PCS find?
S763 PCS passed its latest MOT on 2 Oct 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 1 more.

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