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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Petrol · 1998 · 1,595 cc

S801 VYCMOT history

S801 VYC is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 24 Sept 1998. Its MOT is valid until 8 Nov 2027 and it has passed 22 of 27 MOT tests, with 100,978 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Oct 2026.

S801 VYC silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 8 Nov 2027
Mileage
100,978 mi
At MOT on 19 Oct 2026
MOT tests
27
22 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,327 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S801 VYC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
24 Sept 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Nov 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S801 VYC was last recorded at 100,978 miles on 19 Oct 2026, 2,864 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Nov 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 16 Sept 2009: 46,171 miles, lower than 47,161 miles on 15 Sept 2009.

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
98,114 miles · 7 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
2,864 miles
Average per year
3,327 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 100,978 miles
  • 2025 – 98,114 miles
  • 2024 – 95,076 miles
  • 2023 – 90,391 miles
  • 2022 – 88,879 miles
  • 2021 – 86,967 miles
  • 2020 – 86,143 miles
  • 2019 – 84,237 miles
  • 2018 – 81,214 miles
  • 2017 – 77,796 miles
  • 2016 – 73,733 miles
  • 2015 – 69,769 miles
  • 2014 – 65,882 miles
  • 2013 – 62,063 miles
  • 2012 – 58,426 miles
  • 2011 – 54,957 miles
  • 2010 – 50,907 miles
  • 2009 – 46,171 miles
  • 2008 – 43,351 miles
  • 2007 – 39,400 miles
  • 2006 – 35,089 miles
  • 2005 – 30,946 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass100,978 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (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.

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

27 tests since 30 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass100,978 miles (+2,864)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2027
    Odometer
    100,978 miles
    Test number
    857827848340
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass98,114 miles (+3,038)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    98,114 miles
    Test number
    612189627446
    • AdvisoryFront subframe surface corrosion

  3. Pass95,076 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    95,076 miles
    Test number
    800495527930

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail95,072 miles (+4,681)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,072 miles
    Test number
    683714810477
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass90,391 miles (+1,512)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    90,391 miles
    Test number
    253622694779
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass88,879 miles (+1,912)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    88,879 miles
    Test number
    683662150502
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass86,967 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    86,967 miles
    Test number
    471606528564

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail86,965 miles (+822)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,965 miles
    Test number
    700173214733
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  9. Pass86,143 miles (+1,906)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    86,143 miles
    Test number
    798580800715
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass84,237 miles (+3,023)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    84,237 miles
    Test number
    439504174632

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass81,214 miles (+3,418)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    81,214 miles
    Test number
    654061254395
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2MM ALSO PERISHING (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced SILL DAMAGED (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge GETTING LOW INNER EDGE (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3MM (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass77,796 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    77,796 miles
    Test number
    213578887636

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail77,794 miles (+4,061)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,794 miles
    Test number
    793097128215
    • 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)

  14. Pass73,733 miles (+3,964)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    73,733 miles
    Test number
    923634288573
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  15. Pass69,769 miles (+3,887)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    69,769 miles
    Test number
    248048814014
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass65,882 miles (+3,819)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    65,882 miles
    Test number
    448364354289
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Pass62,063 miles (+3,637)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    62,063 miles
    Test number
    116543853233
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOffside outer sill damaged at front

  18. Pass58,426 miles (+3,469)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    58,426 miles
    Test number
    155702662288
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteOffside outer sill damaged at front

  19. Pass54,957 miles (+4,050)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    54,957 miles
    Test number
    716473161268
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  20. Pass50,907 miles (+4,736)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    50,907 miles
    Test number
    763779250244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass46,171 miles (-990)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    46,171 miles
    Test number
    941279859220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail47,161 miles (+3,810)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,161 miles
    Test number
    442738459259
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  23. Pass43,351 miles (+3,951)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    43,351 miles
    Test number
    184590068265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass39,400 miles (+4,311)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    39,400 miles
    Test number
    733632967219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass35,089 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    35,089 miles
    Test number
    361648166401

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail35,089 miles (+4,143)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,089 miles
    Test number
    634758566213
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  27. Pass30,946 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    30,946 miles
    Test number
    643123375275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S801 VYC

Does S801 VYC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S801 VYC is valid until 8 Nov 2027.
When is the MOT due on S801 VYC?
The MOT on S801 VYC is valid until 8 Nov 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S801 VYC done?
S801 VYC was recorded at 100,978 miles at its MOT on 19 Oct 2026, an average of 3,327 miles a year.
Has S801 VYC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S801 VYC has failed 5 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on S801 VYC ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 16 Sept 2009. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S801 VYC find?
S801 VYC passed its latest MOT on 19 Oct 2026 with 3 advisories: front brake pad(s) wearing thin; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside front suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened.

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