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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 1,800 cc

S795 WTWMOT history

S795 WTW is a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 8 Dec 1998. Its MOT expired on 5 Jan 2024 and it has passed 15 of 26 MOT tests, with 139,681 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Jan 2023.

S795 WTW blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 5 Jan 2024
Mileage
139,681 mi
At MOT on 6 Jan 2023
MOT tests
26
15 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,775 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S795 WTW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,800 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
8 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Jan 2024
Latest MOT test
6 Jan 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

S795 WTW was last recorded at 139,681 miles on 6 Jan 2023, 87 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Oct 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
139,594 miles · 24 Oct 2022
Between the last two tests
87 miles
Average per year
4,775 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 139,681 miles
  • 2022 – 139,594 miles
  • 2021 – 139,530 miles
  • 2020 – 131,177 miles
  • 2019 – 125,814 miles
  • 2018 – 119,089 miles
  • 2017 – 119,076 miles
  • 2016 – 117,009 miles
  • 2015 – 112,750 miles
  • 2014 – 100,914 miles
  • 2012 – 96,704 miles
  • 2011 – 91,369 miles
  • 2010 – 86,149 miles
  • 2009 – 80,198 miles
  • 2008 – 75,949 miles
  • 2007 – 69,283 miles
  • 2006 – 58,788 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass139,681 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2010–2017

  • Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear mounting (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

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

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

26 tests since 27 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass139,681 miles (+87)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    139,681 miles
    Test number
    721159924282
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail139,594 miles (+64)7 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,594 miles
    Test number
    289122071545
    • MajorExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp are incorrectly positioned Dip beam and high beam (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded To calliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Slight chafing in rubber coating (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside 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 Front to Rear (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass139,530 miles (+8,353)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    139,530 miles
    Test number
    272780986638
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • 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))

  4. Pass131,177 miles (+8)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    131,177 miles
    Test number
    377017555008
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside sill damaged

  5. Fail131,169 miles (+5,355)11 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,169 miles
    Test number
    724202465589
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases down pipe joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  6. Pass125,814 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    125,814 miles
    Test number
    397689755744
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  7. Fail125,814 miles (+6,725)2 dangerous1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,814 miles
    Test number
    469749176139
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  8. Pass119,089 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    119,089 miles
    Test number
    454478794370

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail119,081 miles (+5)8 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,081 miles
    Test number
    890271566594
    • 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 hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  10. Fail119,076 miles (+2,067)4 dangerous5 failures12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,076 miles
    Test number
    902335340531
    • DangerousAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • DangerousFront Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • DangerousNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • DangerousOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded nearside and offside (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear mounting (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view cracked glass (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit also perished / aged (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear handbrake cable deteriated / also slight binding to brake
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded nearside and offside (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Pass117,009 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    117,009 miles
    Test number
    771507681842
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear mounting (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on inner tread (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering pump has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance holed (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryBoth sides of front and rear brake disc surfaces corroded

  12. Fail117,009 miles (+4,259)1 dangerous3 failures9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,009 miles
    Test number
    906064496747
    • DangerousBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm on inner tread (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear mounting (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on inner tread (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering pump has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance holed (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryBoth sides of front and rear brake disc surfaces corroded

  13. Pass112,750 miles (+35)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    112,750 miles
    Test number
    474884080885
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front side lamp dull
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres wearing on inner edge
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
    • AdvisoryNearside & rear wipers split
    • AdvisoryNearside door mirror cracked
    • AdvisoryO/s/rear light lens holed(indicator)
    • AdvisoryStone chips over windscreen

  14. Fail112,715 miles (+11,801)5 failures10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,715 miles
    Test number
    564216108724
    • 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)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front side lamp dull
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres wearing on inner edge
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
    • AdvisoryNearside & rear wipers split
    • AdvisoryNearside door mirror cracked
    • AdvisoryO/s/rear light lens holed(indicator)
    • AdvisoryStone chips over windscreen

  15. Pass100,914 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    100,914 miles
    Test number
    937234294263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail100,914 miles (+4,210)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,914 miles
    Test number
    808628184254
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  17. Pass96,704 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    96,704 miles
    Test number
    438056122014
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  18. Fail96,704 miles (+5,335)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,704 miles
    Test number
    547306922002
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  19. Pass91,369 miles (+5,220)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    91,369 miles
    Test number
    398167811024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass86,149 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    86,149 miles
    Test number
    133518810402
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteOil leak

  21. Fail86,149 miles (+5,951)4 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,149 miles
    Test number
    340698500050
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteOil leak

  22. Pass80,198 miles (+14)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    80,198 miles
    Test number
    733961729078
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Radius arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  23. Fail80,184 miles (+4,235)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,184 miles
    Test number
    274016319014
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Radius arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  24. Pass75,949 miles (+6,666)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    75,949 miles
    Test number
    533218818054
    • NoteOil leaks from gear box

  25. Pass69,283 miles (+10,495)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    69,283 miles
    Test number
    122582707497

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass58,788 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    58,788 miles
    Test number
    174157026472

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S795 WTW

Does S795 WTW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S795 WTW expired on 5 Jan 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S795 WTW?
The MOT on S795 WTW expired on 5 Jan 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S795 WTW done?
S795 WTW was recorded at 139,681 miles at its MOT on 6 Jan 2023, an average of 4,775 miles a year.
Has S795 WTW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S795 WTW has failed 11 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on S795 WTW 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 WTW find?
S795 WTW passed its latest MOT on 6 Jan 2023 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides; rear inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides.

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