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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 1,600 cc

S76 SLHMOT history

S76 SLH is a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 1 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 5 Mar 2024 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 118,485 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Mar 2023.

S76 SLH blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Golf, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 5 Mar 2024
Mileage
118,485 mi
At MOT on 6 Mar 2023
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,478 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S76 SLH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,600 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
1 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Mar 2024
Latest MOT test
6 Mar 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

S76 SLH was last recorded at 118,485 miles on 6 Mar 2023, 5,466 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Nov 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
113,019 miles · 8 Nov 2021
Between the last two tests
5,466 miles
Average per year
4,478 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 118,485 miles
  • 2021 – 113,019 miles
  • 2020 – 109,617 miles
  • 2019 – 107,116 miles
  • 2018 – 102,987 miles
  • 2017 – 99,412 miles
  • 2016 – 94,757 miles
  • 2015 – 89,791 miles
  • 2014 – 84,008 miles
  • 2013 – 79,101 miles
  • 2012 – 73,465 miles
  • 2011 – 68,266 miles
  • 2010 – 63,155 miles
  • 2009 – 58,018 miles
  • 2008 – 53,326 miles
  • 2007 – 49,017 miles
  • 2006 – 43,508 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass118,485 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2012

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

  • Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass118,485 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    118,485 miles
    Test number
    542432402950
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail118,483 miles (+5,464)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,483 miles
    Test number
    302393914273
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass113,019 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    113,019 miles
    Test number
    780143537055
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail113,019 miles (+3,402)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,019 miles
    Test number
    772143680169
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass109,617 miles (+5)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    109,617 miles
    Test number
    487187682724
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Fail109,612 miles (+2,496)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,612 miles
    Test number
    506794972179
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass107,116 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    107,116 miles
    Test number
    512761620217
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail107,116 miles (+4,129)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,116 miles
    Test number
    355758210266
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by more than 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass102,987 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    102,987 miles
    Test number
    341967186553
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail102,987 miles (+3,575)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,987 miles
    Test number
    198533097955
    • DangerousNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass99,412 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    99,412 miles
    Test number
    134237058654
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  12. Fail99,412 miles (+4,655)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,412 miles
    Test number
    879146581872
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (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)
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  13. Pass94,757 miles (+4,966)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    94,757 miles
    Test number
    345670501506

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass89,791 miles (+5,783)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    89,791 miles
    Test number
    923858652910

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass84,008 miles (+4,907)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    84,008 miles
    Test number
    905533714234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass79,101 miles (+5,636)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    79,101 miles
    Test number
    917918003259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass73,465 miles (+5,199)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    73,465 miles
    Test number
    305138702467
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass68,266 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    68,266 miles
    Test number
    178258911217
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Fail68,266 miles (+5,111)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,266 miles
    Test number
    475357811256
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass63,155 miles (+5,137)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    63,155 miles
    Test number
    344739810223
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteTIMMING BELT @ 70000 MILES

  21. Pass58,018 miles (+4,692)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    58,018 miles
    Test number
    963918719258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass53,326 miles (+4,309)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    53,326 miles
    Test number
    584412628277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass49,017 miles (+5,509)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    49,017 miles
    Test number
    651590727248
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass43,508 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    43,508 miles
    Test number
    494899556191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail43,508 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,508 miles
    Test number
    863129356153
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Questions about S76 SLH

Does S76 SLH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S76 SLH expired on 5 Mar 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S76 SLH?
The MOT on S76 SLH expired on 5 Mar 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S76 SLH done?
S76 SLH was recorded at 118,485 miles at its MOT on 6 Mar 2023, an average of 4,478 miles a year.
Has S76 SLH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S76 SLH has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on S76 SLH 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 S76 SLH find?
S76 SLH passed its latest MOT on 6 Mar 2023 with 1 advisory: nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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