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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 1,600 cc

S778 HGUMOT history

S778 HGU is a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 11 Dec 1998. Its MOT expired on 30 Jan 2025 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 56,366 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jan 2024.

S778 HGU blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 30 Jan 2025
Mileage
56,366 mi
At MOT on 30 Jan 2024
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
1,711 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S778 HGU
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
11 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Jan 2025
Latest MOT test
30 Jan 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

S778 HGU was last recorded at 56,366 miles on 30 Jan 2024, 4,723 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Jan 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
51,643 miles · 31 Jan 2023
Between the last two tests
4,723 miles
Average per year
1,711 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 56,366 miles
  • 2023 – 51,643 miles
  • 2021 – 51,376 miles
  • 2020 – 50,612 miles
  • 2019 – 50,025 miles
  • 2018 – 48,419 miles
  • 2017 – 46,499 miles
  • 2016 – 44,100 miles
  • 2015 – 43,012 miles
  • 2014 – 42,230 miles
  • 2013 – 39,901 miles
  • 2012 – 38,069 miles
  • 2011 – 35,620 miles
  • 2010 – 34,266 miles
  • 2009 – 32,500 miles
  • 2008 – 30,756 miles
  • 2007 – 28,358 miles
  • 2006 – 26,543 miles
  • 2005 – 25,227 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass56,366 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both sides (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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 Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2009–2016

  • Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2013

  • Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2013

  • Nearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2012

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2019

  • Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2017

Full MOT history

27 tests since 18 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass56,366 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    56,366 miles
    Test number
    225722720519
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both sides (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail56,366 miles (+4,723)2 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,366 miles
    Test number
    558127602802
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both sides (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass51,643 miles (+267)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    51,643 miles
    Test number
    471500146664
    • AdvisoryNearside Washer jet weak.

  4. Pass51,376 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    51,376 miles
    Test number
    867868440201
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail51,373 miles (+761)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,373 miles
    Test number
    962107043080
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass50,612 miles (+587)2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    50,612 miles
    Test number
    660275048017
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play Inner joint worn and has noticeable play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement N/S/F Lower rear arm bush split but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished in treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play Inner joint slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished in treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass50,025 miles12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    50,025 miles
    Test number
    388074235246
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement back bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement back bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  8. Fail50,025 miles (+1,606)1 repaired12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,025 miles
    Test number
    904675304994
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement back bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement back bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  9. Pass48,419 miles (+1,920)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    48,419 miles
    Test number
    362665222808
    • AdvisoryBOTH FRONT SUSPENSION TOP MOUNTS HAVE SLIGHT PLAY
    • AdvisoryNEARSIDE REAR BRAKE DISC CORRODED
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass46,499 miles (+2,399)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    46,499 miles
    Test number
    527472980136
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement slight both sides (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment both sides (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (2.4.G.2)

  11. Pass44,100 miles (+1,088)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    44,100 miles
    Test number
    266772536088
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  12. Pass43,012 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    43,012 miles
    Test number
    737334781625
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Fail43,012 miles (+782)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,012 miles
    Test number
    757850199766
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  14. Pass42,230 miles (+2,329)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    42,230 miles
    Test number
    188769724334
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  15. Pass39,901 miles (+1,832)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    39,901 miles
    Test number
    188280533363
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • NoteBoth front lower arm bushes starting to split
    • NoteN/s/r brake disc slightly pitted
    • NoteSlight play coming from n/s/f steering rack arm

  16. Pass38,069 miles5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    38,069 miles
    Test number
    288723532356
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth front lower arm bushes starting to split
    • NoteN/s/r brake disc slightly pitted

  17. Fail38,064 miles (+2,444)2 failures5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,064 miles
    Test number
    805423432366
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth front lower arm bushes starting to split
    • NoteN/s/r brake disc slightly pitted

  18. Pass35,620 miles (+1,354)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    35,620 miles
    Test number
    525908801305
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth front lower arm bushes starting to split
    • NoteN/s/r brake disc slightly pitted

  19. Pass34,266 miles (+1,766)5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    34,266 miles
    Test number
    942223610322
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteSpare tyre defective
    • NoteBoth front lower arm bushes starting to split
    • NoteSlight play coming from n/s/f steering rack arm

  20. Pass32,500 miles1 dangerous2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    32,500 miles
    Test number
    504470529354
    • DangerousNail in nearside rear tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth front lower arm bushes starting to split
    • NoteSpare wheel flat

  21. Fail32,496 miles (+1,740)1 dangerous2 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,496 miles
    Test number
    694730629383
    • DangerousNail in nearside rear tyre
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth front lower arm bushes starting to split
    • NoteSpare wheel flat

  22. Pass30,756 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    30,756 miles
    Test number
    711552338359

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail30,756 miles (+2,398)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,756 miles
    Test number
    794662938332
    • Repaired at testCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass28,358 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    28,358 miles
    Test number
    191263627351
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on edges

  25. Fail28,358 miles (+1,815)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,358 miles
    Test number
    414653027309
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on edges

  26. Pass26,543 miles (+1,316)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    26,543 miles
    Test number
    781153136315
    • NoteFront number plate cracked
    • NoteNearside front tyre wearing on outer edge
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn on inner edge

  27. Pass25,227 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    25,227 miles
    Test number
    424332125422
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on edges
    • NoteFront number plate cracked

Questions about S778 HGU

Does S778 HGU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S778 HGU expired on 30 Jan 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S778 HGU?
The MOT on S778 HGU expired on 30 Jan 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S778 HGU done?
S778 HGU was recorded at 56,366 miles at its MOT on 30 Jan 2024, an average of 1,711 miles a year.
Has S778 HGU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S778 HGU has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on S778 HGU 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 S778 HGU find?
S778 HGU passed its latest MOT on 30 Jan 2024 with 6 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides; front oil leak, but not excessive; front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides, and 3 more.

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