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Volkswagen Golf

Red · Diesel · 1998 · 1,896 cc

S82 VEXMOT history

S82 VEX is a red diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 30 Sept 1998. Its MOT is valid until 3 Mar 2027 and it has passed 21 of 29 MOT tests, with 229,837 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Mar 2026.

S82 VEX red Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 3 Mar 2027
Mileage
229,837 mi
At MOT on 4 Mar 2026
MOT tests
29
21 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,453 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S82 VEX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
30 Sept 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S82 VEX was last recorded at 229,837 miles on 4 Mar 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
229,835 miles · 3 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
6,453 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 229,837 miles
  • 2025 – 228,537 miles
  • 2024 – 227,959 miles
  • 2023 – 222,962 miles
  • 2022 – 217,704 miles
  • 2021 – 210,376 miles
  • 2020 – 210,206 miles
  • 2019 – 203,712 miles
  • 2018 – 191,638 miles
  • 2017 – 179,003 miles
  • 2016 – 172,334 miles
  • 2015 – 167,252 miles
  • 2014 – 161,951 miles
  • 2013 – 156,422 miles
  • 2012 – 149,066 miles
  • 2011 – 143,034 miles
  • 2010 – 135,821 miles
  • 2009 – 128,697 miles
  • 2008 – 122,718 miles
  • 2007 – 118,065 miles
  • 2006 – 110,110 miles
  • 2005 – 98,975 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass229,837 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2007–2016

  • Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2020–2026

  • Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

29 tests since 22 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass229,837 miles (+2)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    229,837 miles
    Test number
    804825411223
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Fail229,835 miles (+1,298)2 dangerous1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    229,835 miles
    Test number
    558723511931
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass228,537 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    228,537 miles
    Test number
    376303255385
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail228,535 miles (+576)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    228,535 miles
    Test number
    329108111983
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass227,959 miles (+8)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    227,959 miles
    Test number
    944086252936
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  6. Fail227,951 miles (+4,989)1 dangerous1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    227,951 miles
    Test number
    659598407500
    • DangerousSubframe mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected FRONT SUBFRAME HAS SEVERAL HOLES (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  7. Pass222,962 miles (+5,258)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    222,962 miles
    Test number
    667922262129
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass217,704 miles (+7,328)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    217,704 miles
    Test number
    535827172222
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel arch corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel arch corroded

  9. Pass210,376 miles (+170)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    210,376 miles
    Test number
    680442602271
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inside (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail210,206 miles (+6,494)2 dangerous2 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    210,206 miles
    Test number
    728228512872
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel arch corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass203,712 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    203,712 miles
    Test number
    594971195460
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  12. Fail203,712 miles (+12,074)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    203,712 miles
    Test number
    165154971076
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  13. Pass191,638 miles (+12,635)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    191,638 miles
    Test number
    742692384719
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  14. Pass179,003 miles (+241)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    179,003 miles
    Test number
    925408562902
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases near front and rear (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' three chips (8.3.1d)

  15. Fail178,762 miles (+6,428)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,762 miles
    Test number
    401919139498
    • FailureNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded floor to sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded floor to sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases near front and rear (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' three chips (8.3.1d)

  16. Pass172,334 miles (+5,082)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    172,334 miles
    Test number
    199706197278
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  17. Pass167,252 miles (+5,301)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    167,252 miles
    Test number
    246949974299
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  18. Pass161,951 miles (+1)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    161,951 miles
    Test number
    955101324390
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteN/s/r seat belt stalk cover missing

  19. Fail161,950 miles (+5,528)4 failures5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,950 miles
    Test number
    808447114348
    • FailureBrake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteN/s/f tyre worn on outer edge
    • NoteN/s/r seat belt stalk cover missing

  20. Pass156,422 miles (+7,356)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    156,422 miles
    Test number
    376604323318
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  21. Pass149,066 miles (+6,032)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    149,066 miles
    Test number
    225521202333
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  22. Pass143,034 miles (+7,213)7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    143,034 miles
    Test number
    545769711302
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOffside rear brake binding slightly

  23. Pass135,821 miles (+7,124)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    135,821 miles
    Test number
    303126390412
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBrake pipes slightly corroed at rear and front wheel arch area.
    • NoteSlight play in both rear wheel bearings.

  24. Pass128,697 miles (+5,979)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    128,697 miles
    Test number
    470384909330

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass122,718 miles (+4,653)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    122,718 miles
    Test number
    472329898257
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  26. Pass118,065 miles (+7,955)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    118,065 miles
    Test number
    431580127405
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  27. Pass110,110 miles (+11,135)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    110,110 miles
    Test number
    443870616331
    • NoteDog box fitted NOT AIIOWING FULL INSPECTION OF REAR SEAT BELTS

  28. Pass98,975 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    98,975 miles
    Test number
    201487525372

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail98,972 miles4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,972 miles
    Test number
    561136325325
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Questions about S82 VEX

Does S82 VEX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S82 VEX is valid until 3 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on S82 VEX?
The MOT on S82 VEX is valid until 3 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S82 VEX done?
S82 VEX was recorded at 229,837 miles at its MOT on 4 Mar 2026, an average of 6,453 miles a year.
Has S82 VEX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S82 VEX has failed 8 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on S82 VEX 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 S82 VEX find?
S82 VEX passed its latest MOT on 4 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside rear wheel bearing has slight play; offside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive.

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