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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Petrol · 1998 · 1,400 cc

S813 VAGMOT history

S813 VAG is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 21 Dec 1998. Its MOT is valid until 21 Apr 2027 and it has passed 21 of 32 MOT tests, with 32,462 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Apr 2026.

S813 VAG silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 21 Apr 2027
Mileage
32,462 mi
At MOT on 8 Apr 2026
MOT tests
32
21 passed · 11 failed
Per year
917 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S813 VAG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,400 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
21 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S813 VAG was last recorded at 32,462 miles on 8 Apr 2026, 1,103 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
31,359 miles · 24 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
1,103 miles
Average per year
917 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 32,462 miles
  • 2025 – 31,359 miles
  • 2024 – 30,384 miles
  • 2023 – 28,905 miles
  • 2021 – 27,623 miles
  • 2019 – 25,276 miles
  • 2018 – 24,099 miles
  • 2016 – 22,832 miles
  • 2015 – 22,036 miles
  • 2014 – 21,216 miles
  • 2013 – 20,797 miles
  • 2012 – 20,504 miles
  • 2011 – 19,781 miles
  • 2010 – 18,912 miles
  • 2009 – 17,994 miles
  • 2008 – 17,314 miles
  • 2007 – 16,220 miles
  • 2006 – 15,102 miles
  • 2005 – 13,818 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass32,462 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Nearside Rear handbrake lever sticking on calliper but working ok at time of test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside handbrake cable outer casing split

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2016–2018

Full MOT history

32 tests since 8 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass32,462 miles (+1,103)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    32,462 miles
    Test number
    424026672724

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass31,359 miles (+975)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    31,359 miles
    Test number
    533709070194
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Subframe is corroded but not considered excessive
    • AdvisoryRear AXLE is corroded but not considered excessive

  3. Pass30,384 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    30,384 miles
    Test number
    949088680763
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail30,384 miles (+1,479)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,384 miles
    Test number
    567741901796
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass28,905 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    28,905 miles
    Test number
    773932921315
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail28,904 miles (+1,281)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,904 miles
    Test number
    260356707091
    • MajorNearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass27,623 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    27,623 miles
    Test number
    435347994068
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail27,622 miles (+1,205)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,622 miles
    Test number
    267390357635
    • MajorOffside Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass26,417 miles (+1,141)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    26,417 miles
    Test number
    737937468866
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  10. Pass25,276 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    25,276 miles
    Test number
    212394475342
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged OUTER SIDEWALL (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Fail25,275 miles (+1,176)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,275 miles
    Test number
    187272286375
    • MajorNearside Body component insecure DOOR MIRROR BACK (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged OUTER SIDEWALL (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Undertray not fully secure INNER WHEEL ARCH LINER (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front INNER WHEEL ARCH LINER
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  12. Pass24,099 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    24,099 miles
    Test number
    810890371070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail24,096 miles (+632)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,096 miles
    Test number
    354328220795
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  14. Pass23,464 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    23,464 miles
    Test number
    778359495036
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear handbrake lever sticking on calliper but working ok at time of test
    • AdvisoryNearside handbrake cable outer casing split

  15. Fail23,463 miles (+631)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,463 miles
    Test number
    189467901975
    • FailureOffside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear handbrake lever sticking on calliper but working ok at time of test
    • AdvisoryNearside handbrake cable outer casing split

  16. Pass22,832 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    22,832 miles
    Test number
    411063366675
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

  17. Fail22,832 miles (+796)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,832 miles
    Test number
    430944236957
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases back box (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

  18. Pass22,036 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    22,036 miles
    Test number
    659443025907
    • AdvisoryFront wipers smearing slightly

  19. Fail22,036 miles (+820)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,036 miles
    Test number
    758728363962
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront wipers smearing slightly

  20. Pass21,216 miles (+419)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    21,216 miles
    Test number
    549153364376
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteExhaust centre mount corroded
    • NoteSlight inballance on front brakes

  21. Pass20,797 miles (+293)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    20,797 miles
    Test number
    335590153468

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass20,504 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    20,504 miles
    Test number
    495725852304
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • NoteSpare tyre defective
    • NoteN/s hand brake cable damaged

  23. Fail20,504 miles (+723)1 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,504 miles
    Test number
    577785752324
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • NoteSpare tyre defective
    • NoteN/s hand brake cable damaged

  24. Pass19,781 miles (+869)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    19,781 miles
    Test number
    457984851414
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • NoteBoth nearside tyre outer sidewalls deteriorated

  25. Pass18,912 miles (+918)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    18,912 miles
    Test number
    931974460337
    • AdvisoryNearside Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

  26. Pass17,994 miles (+680)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    17,994 miles
    Test number
    460487259346

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass17,314 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    17,314 miles
    Test number
    374188658398

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail17,314 miles (+1,094)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,314 miles
    Test number
    331087558356
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  29. Pass16,220 miles (+1,118)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    16,220 miles
    Test number
    344291657346
    • NoteStaining on fuel filter but no leaks at time of test

  30. Pass15,102 miles (+1,284)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    15,102 miles
    Test number
    441885056379

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail13,818 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    13,818 miles
    Test number
    384682245370
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Bonded suspension unit bonding failed and part of unit is likely to become displaced (2.4.F.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  32. Pass13,818 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    13,818 miles
    Test number
    794542345340

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S813 VAG

Does S813 VAG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S813 VAG is valid until 21 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on S813 VAG?
The MOT on S813 VAG is valid until 21 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S813 VAG done?
S813 VAG was recorded at 32,462 miles at its MOT on 8 Apr 2026, an average of 917 miles a year.
Has S813 VAG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S813 VAG has failed 11 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on S813 VAG 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 S813 VAG find?
S813 VAG passed its latest MOT on 8 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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