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Volkswagen Golf

Blue and Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,595 cc

S782 RDPMOT history

S782 RDP is a blue and black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 27 Jan 1999. Its MOT is valid until 23 Jul 2027 and it has passed 21 of 35 MOT tests, with 147,716 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Jul 2026.

S782 RDP blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 23 Jul 2027
Mileage
147,716 mi
At MOT on 24 Jul 2026
MOT tests
35
21 passed · 14 failed
Per year
3,530 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S782 RDP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue and Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
27 Jan 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S782 RDP was last recorded at 147,716 miles on 24 Jul 2026, 204 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
147,512 miles · 14 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
204 miles
Average per year
3,530 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 147,716 miles
  • 2025 – 144,020 miles
  • 2024 – 136,202 miles
  • 2023 – 131,909 miles
  • 2022 – 126,397 miles
  • 2021 – 125,418 miles
  • 2020 – 124,462 miles
  • 2019 – 121,899 miles
  • 2018 – 119,597 miles
  • 2017 – 118,029 miles
  • 2016 – 117,071 miles
  • 2015 – 115,490 miles
  • 2014 – 111,689 miles
  • 2013 – 107,789 miles
  • 2012 – 102,982 miles
  • 2011 – 99,497 miles
  • 2010 – 95,254 miles
  • 2009 – 92,756 miles
  • 2008 – 87,930 miles
  • 2007 – 81,782 miles
  • 2006 – 76,666 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass147,716 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass147,716 miles (+204)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    147,716 miles
    Test number
    201388017484

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail147,512 miles (+3,492)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,512 miles
    Test number
    994032773044
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed co to high (8.2.1.2 (d))

  3. Pass144,020 miles (+7,818)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    144,020 miles
    Test number
    127520188415

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass136,202 miles (+29)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    136,202 miles
    Test number
    184779834832

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail136,173 miles (+4,264)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,173 miles
    Test number
    156334944746
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust leak

  6. Pass131,909 miles (+5,512)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    131,909 miles
    Test number
    397505601811
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass126,397 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    126,397 miles
    Test number
    227631179563
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Fail126,397 miles (+979)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,397 miles
    Test number
    606657095163
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner seal (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Pass125,418 miles (+956)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    125,418 miles
    Test number
    208776364607
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • 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))

  10. Pass124,462 miles (+2,563)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    124,462 miles
    Test number
    200985577485
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small stonechip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear wishbone (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn axle bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking between tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear wishbone (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn axle bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive slight oil from rocker cover area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass121,899 miles (+11)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    121,899 miles
    Test number
    208749149525
    • AdvisoryNearside Front macpherson strut upper attachment has very slight play
    • AdvisoryOffside Front macpherson strut upper attachment has very slight play
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Fail121,888 miles (+2,291)2 major1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,888 miles
    Test number
    286092489846
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front macpherson strut upper attachment has very slight play
    • AdvisoryOffside Front macpherson strut upper attachment has very slight play
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass119,597 miles (+2)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    119,597 miles
    Test number
    236893688362
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake has slight bind
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  14. Fail119,595 miles (+1,566)1 dangerous2 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,595 miles
    Test number
    996407477784
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.3.A.1)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake has slight bind
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass118,029 miles (+958)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    118,029 miles
    Test number
    751995952716
    • AdvisorySlight exhaust leak centre box

  16. Pass117,071 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    117,071 miles
    Test number
    159658810740
    • AdvisorySlight exh leak at centre box
    • AdvisoryVery slight brake bind NSR
    • AdvisoryVery slight brake bind NSR

  17. Fail117,071 miles (+1,581)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,071 miles
    Test number
    698303663370
    • 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)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)
    • AdvisorySlight exh leak at centre box
    • AdvisoryVery slight brake bind NSR
    • AdvisoryVery slight brake bind NSR

  18. Pass115,490 miles5 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    115,490 miles
    Test number
    518099815132
    • NoteBoth rear beam bushs are slightly deteriorated
    • NoteBoth rear tyres are cracked on the treads
    • NoteOffside inner c.v boot is perished
    • NoteOil leak/s
    • NoteStone chips in screen

  19. Fail115,490 miles (+3,801)2 failures7 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,490 miles
    Test number
    817558315184
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • NoteBoth rear beam bushs are slightly deteriorated
    • NoteBoth rear tyres are cracked on the treads
    • NoteNearside front tyre has several cuts on the outer wall
    • NoteOffside front tyre is bald on inner edge
    • NoteOffside inner c.v boot is perished
    • NoteOil leak/s
    • NoteStone chips in screen

  20. Pass111,689 miles (+1)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    111,689 miles
    Test number
    279780674004
    • NoteOsf tyre worn on inner edge
    • NoteRear silencer baffles breaking up

  21. Fail111,688 miles (+3,899)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,688 miles
    Test number
    198519264047
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint is excessively worn (2.5.C.1b)
    • NoteOsf tyre worn on inner edge
    • NoteRear silencer baffles breaking up

  22. Pass107,789 miles (+4,807)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    107,789 miles
    Test number
    105054673421

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass102,982 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    102,982 miles
    Test number
    167477862020
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteCoolant leak

  24. Fail102,982 miles (+3,485)1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,982 miles
    Test number
    735527862052
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteCoolant leak

  25. Pass99,497 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    99,497 miles
    Test number
    728669761042
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteCoolant leak

  26. Fail99,497 miles (+4,243)1 failure2 repaired4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,497 miles
    Test number
    908599261050
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteCoolant leak

  27. Pass95,254 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    95,254 miles
    Test number
    140968960449

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail95,254 miles (+2,498)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,254 miles
    Test number
    194208760065
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

  29. Pass92,756 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    92,756 miles
    Test number
    280292769188
    • NoteRattle on exhaust whilst carrying out cat test

  30. Fail92,756 miles (+4,826)8 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,756 miles
    Test number
    283041069496
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteRattle on exhaust whilst carrying out cat test

  31. Pass87,930 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    87,930 miles
    Test number
    571257058187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail87,930 miles (+6,148)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,930 miles
    Test number
    793680258112
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • 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)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  33. Pass81,782 miles (+34)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    81,782 miles
    Test number
    212640867457
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged

  34. Fail81,748 miles (+5,082)7 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,748 miles
    Test number
    611719257113
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  35. Pass76,666 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    76,666 miles
    Test number
    312489256167
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about S782 RDP

Does S782 RDP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S782 RDP is valid until 23 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on S782 RDP?
The MOT on S782 RDP is valid until 23 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S782 RDP done?
S782 RDP was recorded at 147,716 miles at its MOT on 24 Jul 2026, an average of 3,530 miles a year.
Has S782 RDP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S782 RDP has failed 14 of its 35 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on S782 RDP 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 S782 RDP find?
S782 RDP passed its latest MOT on 24 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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