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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Petrol · 1998 · 1,598 cc

S820 AVTMOT history

S820 AVT is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 1 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 11 Nov 2022 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 131,876 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Nov 2021.

S820 AVT silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 11 Nov 2022
Mileage
131,876 mi
At MOT on 12 Nov 2021
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,027 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S820 AVT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
1 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Nov 2022
Latest MOT test
12 Nov 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

S820 AVT was last recorded at 131,876 miles on 12 Nov 2021, 14 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Aug 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
131,862 miles · 20 Aug 2020
Between the last two tests
14 miles
Average per year
4,027 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 131,876 miles
  • 2020 – 131,862 miles
  • 2019 – 131,830 miles
  • 2018 – 131,786 miles
  • 2017 – 131,749 miles
  • 2016 – 131,609 miles
  • 2015 – 128,398 miles
  • 2014 – 125,062 miles
  • 2013 – 122,255 miles
  • 2012 – 116,633 miles
  • 2011 – 101,893 miles
  • 2010 – 96,779 miles
  • 2009 – 90,098 miles
  • 2008 – 83,491 miles
  • 2007 – 75,822 miles
  • 2006 – 70,194 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass131,876 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (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.

  • Front and rear suspension corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2020

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

22 tests since 20 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass131,876 miles (+14)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    131,876 miles
    Test number
    716517745595
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  2. Pass131,862 miles (+32)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    131,862 miles
    Test number
    287725026328
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryChassis and floor/pan corroded
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension corroded

  3. Pass131,830 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    131,830 miles
    Test number
    566254774615
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension corroded

  4. Fail131,830 miles (+44)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,830 miles
    Test number
    914534858276
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension corroded

  5. Pass131,786 miles (+37)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    131,786 miles
    Test number
    626223525696
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension corroded
    • AdvisoryN/s sill area corroded
    • AdvisoryN/s/r and o/s/r brake hose ferrules corroded

  6. Pass131,749 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    131,749 miles
    Test number
    168503621693
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules x two (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside sill area corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules x two (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear suspension corroded

  7. Fail131,734 miles (+125)1 dangerous1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,734 miles
    Test number
    432950869046
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake hose inappropriately repaired INSECURE (3.6.A.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working PRS DONE (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules x two (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside sill area corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules x two (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear suspension corroded

  8. Pass131,609 miles (+3,211)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    131,609 miles
    Test number
    551206340066
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFloor/pan and sills corroded
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension corroded

  9. Pass128,398 miles (+3,336)8 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    128,398 miles
    Test number
    937538905290
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteN/s and o/s sills corroded
    • NoteN/s/f and o/s/f wings corroded

  10. Pass125,062 miles (+2,807)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    125,062 miles
    Test number
    199455104206
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteFront and rear suspension corroded

  11. Pass122,255 miles (+5,622)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    122,255 miles
    Test number
    365554613420

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass116,633 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    116,633 miles
    Test number
    897895392163
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  13. Fail116,629 miles (+14,736)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,629 miles
    Test number
    909214492149
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  14. Pass101,893 miles (+36)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    101,893 miles
    Test number
    645756871175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail101,857 miles (+5,078)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,857 miles
    Test number
    606785071150
    • 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)
    • FailureExhaust emits dense blue smoke at idle (7.3.A.2b)
    • FailureExhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

  16. Pass96,779 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    96,779 miles
    Test number
    944204300257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail96,776 miles (+6,678)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,776 miles
    Test number
    162678290164
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  18. Pass90,098 miles (+6,607)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    90,098 miles
    Test number
    241948899455

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass83,491 miles (+213)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    83,491 miles
    Test number
    543122018268
    • NoteO/s headlight has a small hole in lens [not affecting output or aim at time of test]
    • NoteRattle in area of exhaust

  20. Fail83,278 miles (+7,456)3 failures4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,278 miles
    Test number
    512907198109
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteO/s headlight has a small hole in lens.[not affecting output at time of test]
    • NoteO/s tail light dim
    • NoteRattle from area of exhaust

  21. Pass75,822 miles (+5,628)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    75,822 miles
    Test number
    980251797107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass70,194 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    70,194 miles
    Test number
    262131706271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S820 AVT

Does S820 AVT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S820 AVT expired on 11 Nov 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S820 AVT?
The MOT on S820 AVT expired on 11 Nov 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S820 AVT done?
S820 AVT was recorded at 131,876 miles at its MOT on 12 Nov 2021, an average of 4,027 miles a year.
Has S820 AVT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S820 AVT has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Jul 2019.
Has the mileage on S820 AVT 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 S820 AVT find?
S820 AVT passed its latest MOT on 12 Nov 2021 with 3 advisories: front service brake fluctuating, but not excessively; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; rear service brake fluctuating, but not excessively.

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