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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 1998 · 1,781 cc

S778 SKLMOT history

S778 SKL is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 7 Oct 1998. Its MOT is valid until 19 Dec 2026 and it has passed 21 of 35 MOT tests, with 185,122 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Dec 2025.

S778 SKL black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 19 Dec 2026
Mileage
185,122 mi
At MOT on 3 Dec 2025
MOT tests
35
21 passed · 14 failed
Per year
6,199 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S778 SKL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
7 Oct 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
3 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S778 SKL was last recorded at 185,122 miles on 3 Dec 2025, 2,783 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
182,339 miles · 20 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
2,783 miles
Average per year
6,199 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 185,122 miles
  • 2024 – 182,339 miles
  • 2023 – 175,346 miles
  • 2022 – 170,346 miles
  • 2021 – 164,908 miles
  • 2020 – 162,682 miles
  • 2019 – 160,146 miles
  • 2017 – 156,563 miles
  • 2016 – 146,890 miles
  • 2015 – 141,612 miles
  • 2014 – 132,569 miles
  • 2013 – 125,039 miles
  • 2012 – 116,173 miles
  • 2011 – 108,978 miles
  • 2010 – 103,763 miles
  • 2009 – 95,413 miles
  • 2008 – 86,822 miles
  • 2007 – 79,232 miles
  • 2006 – 70,055 miles
  • 2005 – 59,281 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass185,122 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer sill distorted
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (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 Coil spring corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2015

  • Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2007–2015

Full MOT history

35 tests since 15 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass185,122 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    185,122 miles
    Test number
    861280718104
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer sill distorted
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  2. Fail185,122 miles (+2,783)1 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,122 miles
    Test number
    690884364644
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer sill distorted
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  3. Pass182,339 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    182,339 miles
    Test number
    679182611034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail182,339 miles (+3,332)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,339 miles
    Test number
    484913292620
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass179,007 miles (+71)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    179,007 miles
    Test number
    718104255724
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Fail178,936 miles (+3,590)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,936 miles
    Test number
    819503090421
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak both sides (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass175,346 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    175,346 miles
    Test number
    801008822731
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail175,346 miles (+5,000)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,346 miles
    Test number
    596982866386
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass170,346 miles (+5,438)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    170,346 miles
    Test number
    598114094481
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (f))

  10. Pass164,908 miles (+52)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    164,908 miles
    Test number
    495803513952
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both cills (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Fail164,856 miles (+2,174)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,856 miles
    Test number
    769417709873
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both cills (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass162,682 miles (+2,536)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    162,682 miles
    Test number
    236840286254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass160,146 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    160,146 miles
    Test number
    111834632353
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak from engine

  14. Fail160,144 miles (+3,581)7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,144 miles
    Test number
    303831350181
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak from engine

  15. Pass156,563 miles (+9,673)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    156,563 miles
    Test number
    823907716557
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass146,890 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    146,890 miles
    Test number
    654006649965
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryN/s sill damaged

  17. Fail146,890 miles (+5,278)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,890 miles
    Test number
    191794997035
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryN/s sill damaged

  18. Pass141,612 miles (+4)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    141,612 miles
    Test number
    734555183380
    • AdvisoryEngine has oil leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Fail141,608 miles (+9,039)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,608 miles
    Test number
    289370086058
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryEngine has oil leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  20. Pass132,569 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    132,569 miles
    Test number
    197169454235
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak

  21. Fail132,569 miles (+7,530)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,569 miles
    Test number
    227989454217
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak

  22. Pass125,039 miles (+60)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    125,039 miles
    Test number
    319382163273
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn on edge of tread
    • NoteOffside rear tyre worn on edge of tread

  23. Fail124,979 miles (+8,806)5 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,979 miles
    Test number
    299340063279
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn on edge of tread
    • NoteOffside rear tyre worn on edge of tread

  24. Pass116,173 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    116,173 miles
    Test number
    549711462256
    • AdvisoryService brake juddering slightly (3.7.C.2)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre has slight stepping on tread

  25. Fail116,166 miles (+7,188)2 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,166 miles
    Test number
    309051662464
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryService brake juddering slightly (3.7.C.2)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteOffside rear tyre has slight stepping on tread

  26. Pass108,978 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    108,978 miles
    Test number
    207050971263
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre has slight stepping on tread

  27. Fail108,960 miles (+5,197)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,960 miles
    Test number
    845160371221
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre has slight stepping on tread

  28. Pass103,763 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    103,763 miles
    Test number
    713369250206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail103,756 miles (+8,343)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,756 miles
    Test number
    663986350248
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  30. Pass95,413 miles (+8,591)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    95,413 miles
    Test number
    270204579244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass86,822 miles (+7,590)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    86,822 miles
    Test number
    310189248435

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass79,232 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    79,232 miles
    Test number
    494113457219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail79,232 miles (+9,177)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,232 miles
    Test number
    353903857236
    • 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 hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  34. Pass70,055 miles (+10,774)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    70,055 miles
    Test number
    743305456274
    • 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)

  35. Pass59,281 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    59,281 miles
    Test number
    471037125295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S778 SKL

Does S778 SKL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S778 SKL is valid until 19 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on S778 SKL?
The MOT on S778 SKL is valid until 19 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S778 SKL done?
S778 SKL was recorded at 185,122 miles at its MOT on 3 Dec 2025, an average of 6,199 miles a year.
Has S778 SKL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S778 SKL has failed 14 of its 35 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on S778 SKL 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 SKL find?
S778 SKL passed its latest MOT on 3 Dec 2025 with 8 advisories: nearside front brake pad(s) wearing thin; nearside front outer sill distorted; nearside front play in steering rack inner joint(s), and 5 more.

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