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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 1,400 cc

S795 RAXMOT history

S795 RAX is a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 20 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 26 Aug 2023 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 93,343 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 May 2026.

S795 RAX blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 26 Aug 2023
Mileage
93,343 mi
At MOT on 9 May 2026
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,290 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S795 RAX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,400 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
20 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Aug 2023
Latest MOT test
9 May 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

S795 RAX was last recorded at 93,343 miles on 9 May 2026, 5,595 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Jul 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
87,748 miles · 27 Jul 2022
Between the last two tests
5,595 miles
Average per year
3,290 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 93,343 miles
  • 2022 – 87,748 miles
  • 2021 – 78,316 miles
  • 2020 – 72,652 miles
  • 2019 – 61,079 miles
  • 2018 – 54,181 miles
  • 2017 – 48,196 miles
  • 2016 – 41,954 miles
  • 2015 – 36,756 miles
  • 2014 – 35,503 miles
  • 2013 – 34,204 miles
  • 2012 – 33,295 miles
  • 2011 – 32,086 miles
  • 2010 – 31,184 miles
  • 2008 – 31,004 miles
  • 2007 – 30,378 miles
  • 2006 – 28,358 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail93,343 miles
  • MajorFront Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
  • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring worn so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • MajorRear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened BOTH SIDES (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened BOTH SIDES (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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.

  • Power steering component has slight seepage from a component

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail93,343 miles (+5,595)8 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,343 miles
    Test number
    572002528689
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring worn so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened BOTH SIDES (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened BOTH SIDES (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass87,748 miles (+9,432)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    87,748 miles
    Test number
    691148808380

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass78,316 miles (+5,664)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    78,316 miles
    Test number
    463893554760
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass72,652 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    72,652 miles
    Test number
    538973199093
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  5. Fail72,648 miles (+11,569)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,648 miles
    Test number
    479785326744
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  6. Pass61,079 miles (+6,898)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    61,079 miles
    Test number
    539039292697
    • MinorSteering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt n/s+o/s (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  7. Pass54,181 miles (+5,985)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    54,181 miles
    Test number
    761822950842
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment n/s+o/s (2.5.A.1c)

  8. Pass48,196 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    48,196 miles
    Test number
    362758927715

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail48,196 miles (+6,242)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,196 miles
    Test number
    826004326766
    • Repaired at testFront Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement n/s+o/s rear of (2.4.G.2)

  10. Pass41,954 miles (+5,198)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    41,954 miles
    Test number
    714298486528

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass36,756 miles (+1,253)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    36,756 miles
    Test number
    559953405155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass35,503 miles (+1,299)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    35,503 miles
    Test number
    687388594060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass34,204 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2014
    Odometer
    34,204 miles
    Test number
    587981223146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail34,204 miles (+909)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,204 miles
    Test number
    945036713194
    • FailureNearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

  15. Pass33,295 miles (+1,209)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2013
    Odometer
    33,295 miles
    Test number
    815221322127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass32,086 miles (+902)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2012
    Odometer
    32,086 miles
    Test number
    259888611400

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass31,184 miles (+180)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2011
    Odometer
    31,184 miles
    Test number
    994043930182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass31,004 miles (+626)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    31,004 miles
    Test number
    150568618200
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass30,378 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    30,378 miles
    Test number
    212283327282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail30,378 miles (+2,020)4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,378 miles
    Test number
    594353327290
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • Repaired at testRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)

  21. Pass28,358 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    28,358 miles
    Test number
    793610026297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S795 RAX

Does S795 RAX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S795 RAX expired on 26 Aug 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S795 RAX?
The MOT on S795 RAX expired on 26 Aug 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S795 RAX done?
S795 RAX was recorded at 93,343 miles at its MOT on 9 May 2026, an average of 3,290 miles a year.
Has S795 RAX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S795 RAX has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 9 May 2026.
Has the mileage on S795 RAX 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 RAX find?
S795 RAX failed its latest MOT on 9 May 2026 with 8 major defects and 1 advisory: front windscreen wiper not working; horn not working; nearside front track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt, and 6 more.

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