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Volkswagen Golf

Red · Petrol · 1998 · 1,600 cc

S78 JFRMOT history

S78 JFR is a red petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 10 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 30 Aug 2023 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 107,459 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Aug 2022.

S78 JFR red Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 30 Aug 2023
Mileage
107,459 mi
At MOT on 31 Aug 2022
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,067 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S78 JFR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,600 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
10 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Aug 2023
Latest MOT test
31 Aug 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

S78 JFR was last recorded at 107,459 miles on 31 Aug 2022, 12,617 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Aug 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
94,842 miles · 10 Aug 2021
Between the last two tests
12,617 miles
Average per year
6,067 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 107,459 miles
  • 2021 – 94,842 miles
  • 2020 – 87,712 miles
  • 2019 – 84,638 miles
  • 2018 – 77,957 miles
  • 2017 – 73,233 miles
  • 2016 – 71,577 miles
  • 2015 – 62,600 miles
  • 2014 – 62,034 miles
  • 2013 – 45,586 miles
  • 2012 – 33,652 miles
  • 2011 – 23,957 miles
  • 2010 – 12,951 miles
  • 2008 – 12,043 miles
  • 2007 – 11,105 miles
  • 2006 – 9,990 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass107,459 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryAll Coil Springs Corroded
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Coil spring corroded both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect all four have limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass107,459 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    107,459 miles
    Test number
    260102529908
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll Coil Springs Corroded
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail107,459 miles (+12,617)1 repaired1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,459 miles
    Test number
    822585444200
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll Coil Springs Corroded
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass94,842 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    94,842 miles
    Test number
    767762335154
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  4. Fail94,840 miles (+7,128)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,840 miles
    Test number
    612999336747
    • MajorCentral Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction inop (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  5. Pass87,712 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    87,712 miles
    Test number
    176207006966
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect all four have limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Fail87,712 miles (+3,074)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,712 miles
    Test number
    875630393655
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge @1.6mm 205/55x16 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect all four have limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Pass84,638 miles (+6,681)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    84,638 miles
    Test number
    795714649347
    • AdvisoryMacpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front upper mountings (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass77,957 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    77,957 miles
    Test number
    526165695445
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail77,957 miles (+4,724)4 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,957 miles
    Test number
    925934068709
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass73,233 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    73,233 miles
    Test number
    819484896272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail73,232 miles (+1,655)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,232 miles
    Test number
    787844169152
    • FailureCentral Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
    • FailureOffside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

  12. Pass71,577 miles (+9)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    71,577 miles
    Test number
    820405880601
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 205/55/16 (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 205/55/16 (4.1.E.1)

  13. Fail71,568 miles (+8,968)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,568 miles
    Test number
    333573375508
    • FailureCentre Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 205/55/16 (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 205/55/16 (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass62,600 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    62,600 miles
    Test number
    297125325215
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  15. Fail62,600 miles (+566)2 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,600 miles
    Test number
    296785225220
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  16. Pass62,034 miles (+16,448)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    62,034 miles
    Test number
    268039394181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass45,586 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    45,586 miles
    Test number
    655655483177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail45,586 miles (+11,934)1 failure7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,586 miles
    Test number
    945215183103
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryInner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  19. Pass33,652 miles (+9,695)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    33,652 miles
    Test number
    897687482120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass23,957 miles (+11,006)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    23,957 miles
    Test number
    515899491124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass12,951 miles (+908)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    12,951 miles
    Test number
    630501600258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass12,043 miles (+938)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    12,043 miles
    Test number
    890464218299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass11,105 miles (+1,115)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    11,105 miles
    Test number
    401339317245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass9,990 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    9,990 miles
    Test number
    720799816254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S78 JFR

Does S78 JFR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S78 JFR expired on 30 Aug 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S78 JFR?
The MOT on S78 JFR expired on 30 Aug 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S78 JFR done?
S78 JFR was recorded at 107,459 miles at its MOT on 31 Aug 2022, an average of 6,067 miles a year.
Has S78 JFR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S78 JFR has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on S78 JFR 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 S78 JFR find?
S78 JFR passed its latest MOT on 31 Aug 2022 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; all coil springs corroded; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases, and 4 more.

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