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Volkswagen Golf

Red · Petrol · 1998 · 1,984 cc

S795 EGJMOT history

S795 EGJ is a red petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 22 Sept 1998. Its MOT is valid until 13 May 2027 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 44,329 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 May 2026.

S795 EGJ red Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Golf, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 13 May 2027
Mileage
44,329 mi
At MOT on 14 May 2026
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,626 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S795 EGJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
22 Sept 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 May 2027
Latest MOT test
14 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S795 EGJ was last recorded at 44,329 miles on 14 May 2026, 746 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
43,583 miles · 21 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
746 miles
Average per year
1,626 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 44,329 miles
  • 2025 – 43,583 miles
  • 2023 – 41,417 miles
  • 2022 – 40,165 miles
  • 2021 – 37,128 miles
  • 2020 – 33,279 miles
  • 2019 – 31,813 miles
  • 2018 – 28,897 miles
  • 2017 – 25,051 miles
  • 2016 – 23,139 miles
  • 2015 – 22,474 miles
  • 2014 – 22,304 miles
  • 2013 – 21,590 miles
  • 2012 – 20,356 miles
  • 2011 – 19,592 miles
  • 2010 – 18,779 miles
  • 2009 – 17,805 miles
  • 2008 – 16,169 miles
  • 2007 – 14,023 miles
  • 2006 – 12,260 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass44,329 miles
  • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass44,329 miles (+746)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2027
    Odometer
    44,329 miles
    Test number
    252113737841
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

  2. Pass43,583 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    43,583 miles
    Test number
    450337821418
    • AdvisoryNearside 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))

  3. Fail43,583 miles (+2,166)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,583 miles
    Test number
    559772975596
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside 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))

  4. Pass41,417 miles (+1,252)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    41,417 miles
    Test number
    164057462456
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass40,165 miles (+3,037)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    40,165 miles
    Test number
    735295909584

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass37,128 miles (+3,849)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    37,128 miles
    Test number
    745087727469
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust backbox holed and has a slight blow

  7. Pass33,279 miles (+7)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    33,279 miles
    Test number
    557363289194
    • AdvisoryRear Axle bushes perished

  8. Fail33,272 miles (+1,459)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,272 miles
    Test number
    111831604007
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose bulging under pressure forward hose (1.1.12 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose bulging under pressure forward hose (1.1.12 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement axle bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement axle bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  9. Pass31,813 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    31,813 miles
    Test number
    641939486710

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail31,813 miles (+2,916)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,813 miles
    Test number
    704788748502
    • MajorPower steering malfunctioning steering juddering when turning (2.1.5 (a))

  11. Pass28,897 miles (+3,846)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    28,897 miles
    Test number
    728698587806
    • AdvisoryNearside Front abs wire insecure

  12. Pass25,051 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    25,051 miles
    Test number
    858773969019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail25,051 miles (+1,912)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,051 miles
    Test number
    576692931372
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  14. Pass23,139 miles (+665)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    23,139 miles
    Test number
    640339512081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass22,474 miles (+170)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    22,474 miles
    Test number
    877654125249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass22,304 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    22,304 miles
    Test number
    215386924213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail22,304 miles (+714)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,304 miles
    Test number
    728476324274
    • Repaired at testFront Bootlid cannot be secured in the closed position (6.4.1)
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  18. Pass21,590 miles (+1,234)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    21,590 miles
    Test number
    325299513427
    • NoteRear brake noisy

  19. Pass20,356 miles (+764)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    20,356 miles
    Test number
    797927122237
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight deterioration of the bonding between metal and flexible material of an upper support bearing (2.5.B.3a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight deterioration of the bonding between metal and flexible material of an upper support bearing (2.5.B.3a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

  20. Pass19,592 miles (+813)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    19,592 miles
    Test number
    337253821442
    • AdvisoryRear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteBoth sides rear tyres in very poor condition

  21. Pass18,779 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    18,779 miles
    Test number
    590489720273
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres side walls start to crack advice replacement

  22. Fail18,774 miles (+969)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,774 miles
    Test number
    110409320211
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres side walls start to crack advice replacement

  23. Pass17,805 miles (+1,636)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    17,805 miles
    Test number
    694386119265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass16,169 miles (+2,146)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    16,169 miles
    Test number
    723767828219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass14,023 miles (+1,763)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    14,023 miles
    Test number
    101345237226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass12,260 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    12,260 miles
    Test number
    382654436247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S795 EGJ

Does S795 EGJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S795 EGJ is valid until 13 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on S795 EGJ?
The MOT on S795 EGJ is valid until 13 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S795 EGJ done?
S795 EGJ was recorded at 44,329 miles at its MOT on 14 May 2026, an average of 1,626 miles a year.
Has S795 EGJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S795 EGJ has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on S795 EGJ 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 S795 EGJ find?
S795 EGJ passed its latest MOT on 14 May 2026 with 2 minor defects: nearside windscreen wiper blade defective; offside windscreen wiper blade defective.

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