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Volkswagen Golf

Red · Petrol · 1998 · 1,800 cc

S791 TKEMOT history

S791 TKE is a red petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 18 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 15 Jun 2022 and it has passed 14 of 27 MOT tests, with 188,638 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jun 2022.

S791 TKE red Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 15 Jun 2022
Mileage
188,638 mi
At MOT on 16 Jun 2022
MOT tests
27
14 passed · 13 failed
Per year
5,400 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S791 TKE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,800 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
18 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Jun 2022
Latest MOT test
16 Jun 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

S791 TKE was last recorded at 188,638 miles on 16 Jun 2022, 1,169 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jun 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 16 Jun 2021: 187,469 miles, lower than 187,642 miles on 15 Jun 2021.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
187,469 miles · 16 Jun 2021
Between the last two tests
1,169 miles
Average per year
5,400 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 188,638 miles
  • 2021 – 187,469 miles
  • 2020 – 186,849 miles
  • 2018 – 184,994 miles
  • 2017 – 178,844 miles
  • 2016 – 171,473 miles
  • 2015 – 164,455 miles
  • 2014 – 156,016 miles
  • 2013 – 149,735 miles
  • 2012 – 144,376 miles
  • 2011 – 137,645 miles
  • 2010 – 128,736 miles
  • 2009 – 119,715 miles
  • 2008 – 114,336 miles
  • 2007 – 105,696 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail188,638 miles
  • 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))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
  • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryBoth front strut top mounts worn
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside front wheel arch corroded
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear brake hoses corroded
  • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both front (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear axle corroded

What MOT failures 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 emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2015–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2015

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • All brake pipes showing signs of corrosion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front lower wishbone arms showing signs of corrosion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front upper top mounts have movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

27 tests since 5 Feb 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail188,638 miles (+1,169)6 major1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,638 miles
    Test number
    125892719118
    • 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))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front strut top mounts worn
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside front wheel arch corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear brake hoses corroded
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both front (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded

  2. Pass187,469 miles (-173)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    187,469 miles
    Test number
    443965579325
    • AdvisoryAll brake pipes showing signs of corrosion
    • AdvisoryFront lower wishbone arms showing signs of corrosion
    • AdvisoryFront upper top mounts have movement
    • AdvisoryN/s/f wheel arch corroded

  3. Fail187,642 miles (+793)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,642 miles
    Test number
    375081213585
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits cat (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust gas recirculation valve obviously modified (8.2.2.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryAll brake pipes showing signs of corrosion
    • AdvisoryFront lower wishbone arms showing signs of corrosion
    • AdvisoryFront upper top mounts have movement
    • AdvisoryN/s/f wheel arch corroded

  4. Pass186,849 miles (+26)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    186,849 miles
    Test number
    793058501536
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes showing signs of corrosion
    • AdvisoryExhaust has minor leak
    • AdvisoryFront subframe showing signs of corrosion
    • AdvisoryO/s/f wing mirror cover damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  5. Fail186,823 miles (+1,829)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,823 miles
    Test number
    893430386590
    • MajorAll direction indicators adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes showing signs of corrosion
    • AdvisoryExhaust has minor leak
    • AdvisoryFront subframe showing signs of corrosion
    • AdvisoryO/s/f wing mirror cover damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  6. Pass184,994 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    184,994 miles
    Test number
    505987040699
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Fail184,994 miles (+6,150)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,994 miles
    Test number
    982703480395
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass178,844 miles (+22)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    178,844 miles
    Test number
    509192402431
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  9. Fail178,822 miles (+7,349)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,822 miles
    Test number
    336988369744
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases centre joint (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  10. Pass171,473 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    171,473 miles
    Test number
    428953314500

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail171,473 miles (+7,018)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,473 miles
    Test number
    234007102214
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass164,455 miles (+15)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    164,455 miles
    Test number
    740531067335
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Fail164,440 miles (+8,424)8 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,440 miles
    Test number
    520387366060
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass156,016 miles (+4)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    156,016 miles
    Test number
    738568194173
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteExhuast system corroded

  15. Fail156,012 miles (+6,277)3 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,012 miles
    Test number
    368395794152
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteExhuast system corroded

  16. Pass149,735 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2014
    Odometer
    149,735 miles
    Test number
    777200143126
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  17. Fail149,733 miles (+8)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,733 miles
    Test number
    296504233170
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureSuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  18. Fail149,725 miles (+5,349)8 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,725 miles
    Test number
    368431883053
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  19. Fail144,376 miles4 repaired6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,376 miles
    Test number
    449180962016
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteFront discs worn
    • NoteOffside rear coil spring broken at extreme end not affecting opperation

  20. Pass144,376 miles (+6,731)6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    144,376 miles
    Test number
    696290562001
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteFront discs worn
    • NoteOffside rear coil spring broken at extreme end not affecting opperation

  21. Fail137,645 miles2 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,645 miles
    Test number
    499291161086
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryMacpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear brake discs slightly worn

  22. Pass137,645 miles (+8,909)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    137,645 miles
    Test number
    926251161069
    • AdvisoryMacpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear brake discs slightly worn

  23. Pass128,736 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    128,736 miles
    Test number
    331094150075
    • NoteStrong advise n/s/f tyre on marker bars +worn outer edge

  24. Fail128,736 miles (+9,021)2 dangerous1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,736 miles
    Test number
    620904450066
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • DangerousOffside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • NoteStrong advise n/s/f tyre on marker bars +worn outer edge

  25. Pass119,715 miles (+5,379)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    119,715 miles
    Test number
    184428059098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass114,336 miles (+8,640)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    114,336 miles
    Test number
    300524258003
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteN/s/r tyre wearing inner edge

  27. Pass105,696 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    105,696 miles
    Test number
    633536237075
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteO/S/R wheel odd (steel rim fitted)

Questions about S791 TKE

Does S791 TKE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S791 TKE expired on 15 Jun 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S791 TKE?
The MOT on S791 TKE expired on 15 Jun 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S791 TKE done?
S791 TKE was recorded at 188,638 miles at its MOT on 16 Jun 2022, an average of 5,400 miles a year.
Has S791 TKE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S791 TKE has failed 13 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jun 2022.
Has the mileage on S791 TKE ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 16 Jun 2021. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S791 TKE find?
S791 TKE failed its latest MOT on 16 Jun 2022 with 6 major defects, 1 minor defect and 10 advisories: exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits, and 14 more.

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