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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 1,600 cc

S790 NGFMOT history

S790 NGF is a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 19 Sept 1998. Its MOT expired on 25 Sept 2026 and it has passed 19 of 23 MOT tests, with 112,002 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Sept 2025.

S790 NGF blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 25 Sept 2026
Mileage
112,002 mi
At MOT on 26 Sept 2025
MOT tests
23
19 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,076 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S790 NGF
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
19 Sept 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
26 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S790 NGF was last recorded at 112,002 miles on 26 Sept 2025, 16,754 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
95,248 miles · 23 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
16,754 miles
Average per year
3,076 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 112,002 miles
  • 2024 – 95,248 miles
  • 2023 – 94,474 miles
  • 2022 – 94,141 miles
  • 2021 – 93,199 miles
  • 2020 – 92,320 miles
  • 2019 – 90,449 miles
  • 2018 – 88,094 miles
  • 2016 – 84,253 miles
  • 2015 – 81,906 miles
  • 2014 – 78,805 miles
  • 2013 – 74,115 miles
  • 2012 – 70,653 miles
  • 2011 – 67,186 miles
  • 2010 – 64,176 miles
  • 2009 – 61,586 miles
  • 2008 – 58,735 miles
  • 2007 – 55,885 miles
  • 2006 – 52,739 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass112,002 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2024

Full MOT history

23 tests since 22 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass112,002 miles (+16,754)2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    112,002 miles
    Test number
    491312433051
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass95,248 miles (+33)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    95,248 miles
    Test number
    192776491507
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail95,215 miles (+741)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,215 miles
    Test number
    531064960536
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rearmost bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass94,474 miles (+333)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2024
    Odometer
    94,474 miles
    Test number
    998075642473
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  5. Pass94,141 miles (+942)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2023
    Odometer
    94,141 miles
    Test number
    265479667873
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively slight binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryHead light levelling device faulty

  6. Pass93,199 miles (+35)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2022
    Odometer
    93,199 miles
    Test number
    326106472315
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear tyres slight cracking on outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Fail93,164 miles (+844)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,164 miles
    Test number
    395442580736
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

  8. Pass92,320 miles (+28)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2021
    Odometer
    92,320 miles
    Test number
    185588954368

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail92,292 miles (+1,843)2 major1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,292 miles
    Test number
    435450283822
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

  10. Pass90,449 miles (+2,355)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    90,449 miles
    Test number
    650067031129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass88,094 miles (+3,841)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    88,094 miles
    Test number
    821318414224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass84,253 miles (+2,347)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    84,253 miles
    Test number
    118635748117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass81,906 miles (+3,101)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    81,906 miles
    Test number
    878758605279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass78,805 miles (+4,690)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    78,805 miles
    Test number
    746900514264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass74,115 miles (+3,462)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    74,115 miles
    Test number
    535312693159
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass70,653 miles (+3,467)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    70,653 miles
    Test number
    455481032235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass67,186 miles (+3,010)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    67,186 miles
    Test number
    395000591161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass64,176 miles (+2,590)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    64,176 miles
    Test number
    560481080178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass61,586 miles (+2,851)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    61,586 miles
    Test number
    470521089130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass58,735 miles (+2,850)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    58,735 miles
    Test number
    764068078145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass55,885 miles (+3,146)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    55,885 miles
    Test number
    531606377170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass52,739 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    52,739 miles
    Test number
    484884176114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail52,739 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,739 miles
    Test number
    644493076139
    • FailureRear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Questions about S790 NGF

Does S790 NGF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S790 NGF expired on 25 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S790 NGF?
The MOT on S790 NGF expired on 25 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S790 NGF done?
S790 NGF was recorded at 112,002 miles at its MOT on 26 Sept 2025, an average of 3,076 miles a year.
Has S790 NGF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S790 NGF has failed 4 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on S790 NGF 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 S790 NGF find?
S790 NGF passed its latest MOT on 26 Sept 2025 with 2 minor defects and 7 advisories: nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 6 more.

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