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Volkswagen Golf

White · Diesel · 2009 · 1,968 cc

S7 XCTMOT history

S7 XCT is a white diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 29 May 2009. Its MOT is valid until 27 Apr 2027 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 158,015 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Apr 2026.

S7 XCT white Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 27 Apr 2027
Mileage
158,015 mi
At MOT on 28 Apr 2026
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
9,194 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S7 XCT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
29 May 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S7 XCT was last recorded at 158,015 miles on 28 Apr 2026, 6,154 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
151,861 miles · 24 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
6,154 miles
Average per year
9,194 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 158,015 miles
  • 2025 – 151,861 miles
  • 2023 – 142,406 miles
  • 2022 – 133,918 miles
  • 2021 – 125,751 miles
  • 2020 – 119,240 miles
  • 2019 – 114,483 miles
  • 2018 – 107,989 miles
  • 2017 – 94,181 miles
  • 2016 – 79,134 miles
  • 2015 – 67,290 miles
  • 2014 – 53,704 miles
  • 2013 – 43,498 miles
  • 2012 – 34,019 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass158,015 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (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.

  • Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement light cracking in both sides rear bushes

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing light cracking in tread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Boot floor and rear underside of vehicle corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Advice scratches on windscreen

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

23 tests since 28 May 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass158,015 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    158,015 miles
    Test number
    684647182257
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail158,015 miles (+6,154)1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,015 miles
    Test number
    848611958633
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass151,861 miles (+9,455)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    151,861 miles
    Test number
    753420054826
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass142,406 miles (+4)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    142,406 miles
    Test number
    343310242413
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement light cracking in both sides rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing light cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoot floor and rear underside of vehicle corroded

  5. Fail142,402 miles (+8,484)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,402 miles
    Test number
    548410480439
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement light cracking in both sides rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing light cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoot floor and rear underside of vehicle corroded

  6. Pass133,918 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    133,918 miles
    Test number
    726782798606

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail133,916 miles (+8,165)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,916 miles
    Test number
    944261977382
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust system insecure center sleave (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass125,751 miles (+6,511)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    125,751 miles
    Test number
    370496612923
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  9. Pass119,240 miles (+4,757)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    119,240 miles
    Test number
    662337579888
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  10. Pass114,483 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    114,483 miles
    Test number
    562980806338
    • AdvisoryAdvice scratches on windscreen

  11. Fail114,483 miles (+6,494)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,483 miles
    Test number
    750071096676
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing wheel bolt (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAdvice parking brake effort just met may need repair or adjustment
    • AdvisoryAdvice scratches on windscreen

  12. Pass107,989 miles (+13,808)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    107,989 miles
    Test number
    185077455129
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))

  13. Pass94,181 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    94,181 miles
    Test number
    968112192085
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 205/55/16 (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 205/55/16 (4.1.E.1)

  14. Fail94,181 miles (+23)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,181 miles
    Test number
    905860324793
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 205/55/16 (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 205/55/16 (4.1.E.1)

  15. Fail94,158 miles (+15,024)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,158 miles
    Test number
    874693596681
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases exhaust flexi /dpf filter (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  16. Pass79,134 miles (+11,844)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    79,134 miles
    Test number
    551988185239
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  17. Pass67,290 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    67,290 miles
    Test number
    662277649988
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisorySlight scratches on nearside of windscreen

  18. Fail67,286 miles (+13,582)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,286 miles
    Test number
    659843333826
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisorySlight scratches on nearside of windscreen

  19. Pass53,704 miles (+10,206)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    53,704 miles
    Test number
    789163604323
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Fail43,498 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,498 miles
    Test number
    845094603384
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

  21. Pass43,498 miles (+9,479)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    43,498 miles
    Test number
    975054603317

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass34,019 miles (+3,949)
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    34,019 miles
    Test number
    407693762323

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass30,070 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2013
    Odometer
    30,070 miles
    Test number
    255059742108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S7 XCT

Does S7 XCT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S7 XCT is valid until 27 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on S7 XCT?
The MOT on S7 XCT is valid until 27 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S7 XCT done?
S7 XCT was recorded at 158,015 miles at its MOT on 28 Apr 2026, an average of 9,194 miles a year.
Has S7 XCT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S7 XCT has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on S7 XCT 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 S7 XCT find?
S7 XCT passed its latest MOT on 28 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: offside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; offside front coil spring corroded.

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