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Volkswagen Golf

Grey · Diesel · 1998 · 1,900 cc

S85 JDDMOT history

S85 JDD is a grey diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 1 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 26 Sept 2024 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 225,687 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Sept 2023.

S85 JDD grey Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 26 Sept 2024
Mileage
225,687 mi
At MOT on 27 Sept 2023
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
7,644 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S85 JDD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,900 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
1 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Sept 2024
Latest MOT test
27 Sept 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

S85 JDD was last recorded at 225,687 miles on 27 Sept 2023, 145 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Sept 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
225,542 miles · 21 Sept 2023
Between the last two tests
145 miles
Average per year
7,644 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 225,687 miles
  • 2022 – 215,381 miles
  • 2021 – 209,323 miles
  • 2020 – 204,695 miles
  • 2019 – 198,417 miles
  • 2018 – 186,099 miles
  • 2017 – 172,625 miles
  • 2016 – 168,619 miles
  • 2015 – 164,076 miles
  • 2014 – 160,383 miles
  • 2013 – 155,039 miles
  • 2012 – 149,680 miles
  • 2011 – 141,845 miles
  • 2010 – 134,309 miles
  • 2009 – 128,081 miles
  • 2008 – 122,129 miles
  • 2007 – 109,818 miles
  • 2006 – 95,342 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass225,687 miles
  • MinorFront Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • MinorHazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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 Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2011–2017

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

26 tests since 8 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass225,687 miles (+145)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    225,687 miles
    Test number
    683101400928
    • MinorFront Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorHazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail225,542 miles (+10,161)3 major4 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    225,542 miles
    Test number
    791868321865
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorFront Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorHazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass215,381 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    215,381 miles
    Test number
    236859045149
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front top mount slight play

  4. Fail215,381 miles (+6,058)2 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    215,381 miles
    Test number
    796488293233
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front top mount slight play

  5. Pass209,323 miles (+4,628)3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    209,323 miles
    Test number
    409114988411
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  6. Pass204,695 miles (+6,278)4 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    204,695 miles
    Test number
    278850542968
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass198,417 miles4 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    198,417 miles
    Test number
    824685520581
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside handbrake weaker than offside
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Fail198,417 miles (+12,318)1 major4 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    198,417 miles
    Test number
    621614265452
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside handbrake weaker than offside
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass186,099 miles (+13,474)4 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    186,099 miles
    Test number
    999180647597
    • MinorNearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  10. Pass172,625 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    172,625 miles
    Test number
    534598032401
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryTrack rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both (2.2.C.1c)

  11. Fail172,625 miles (+4,006)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,625 miles
    Test number
    927128952454
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryTrack rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both (2.2.C.1c)

  12. Pass168,619 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    168,619 miles
    Test number
    222960940507
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre inner edge has low spots and on 1.6mm
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre inner edge has low spots and on 1.6mm

  13. Fail168,619 miles (+4,543)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,619 miles
    Test number
    185695718981
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working both (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre inner edge has low spots and on 1.6mm
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre inner edge has low spots and on 1.6mm

  14. Pass164,076 miles (+3,693)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    164,076 miles
    Test number
    866645643013
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres inner edges wearing uneven

  15. Pass160,383 miles (+5,344)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    160,383 miles
    Test number
    977100144205
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  16. Pass155,039 miles (+5,359)6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    155,039 miles
    Test number
    389991943414
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteRear shock absorbers,dust covers insecure

  17. Pass149,680 miles (+7,835)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    149,680 miles
    Test number
    129528122271
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteBoth rear shock absorbers corroding and dust covers insecure

  18. Fail141,845 miles1 repaired3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,845 miles
    Test number
    957498121280
    • Repaired at testRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteBoth rear shock absorbers,dust covers insecure
    • NoteFront and rear brake discs pitting
    • NoteFront wiper blades split
    • NotePower steering pipes corroding and slight seepage

  19. Pass141,845 miles (+7,536)3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    141,845 miles
    Test number
    988308221209
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteBoth rear shock absorbers,dust covers insecure
    • NoteFront and rear brake discs pitting
    • NoteFront wiper blades split
    • NotePower steering pipes corroding and slight seepage

  20. Pass134,309 miles1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    134,309 miles
    Test number
    633469930218
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteBoth front brake discs slightly pitted on inner surface
    • NoteBoth rear shock absorber dust covers split
    • NoteCovers fitted to sills not allowing a full inspection of sill
    • NotePower steering pipes and pump corroding
    • NoteRear brake pipe coatings starting to deteiorate

  21. Fail134,297 miles (+6,216)2 failures1 advisory6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,297 miles
    Test number
    111649530257
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteBoth front brake discs slightly pitted on inner surface
    • NoteBoth rear shock absorber dust covers split
    • NoteCovers fitted to sills not allowing a full inspection of sill
    • NotePower steering pipes and pump corroding
    • NoteRear brake pipe coatings starting to deteiorate

  22. Pass128,081 miles (+5,952)9 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    128,081 miles
    Test number
    304763439483
    • NoteBoth rear brake pipes rusty under plastic sleeving
    • NoteChips in front windscreen
    • NoteFront and rear brake disc's rusty to outer edges
    • NoteFront and rear number plates taped on edge
    • NoteOffside front indicator starting to fade
    • NoteOil leaks engine area
    • NotePower steering pipes corroding
    • NoteRear subframe corroding
    • NoteToeball missing

  23. Pass122,129 miles (+12,311)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    122,129 miles
    Test number
    552186648263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass109,818 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    109,818 miles
    Test number
    471796757223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail109,818 miles (+14,476)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,818 miles
    Test number
    831224057235
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  26. Pass95,342 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    95,342 miles
    Test number
    911011956225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S85 JDD

Does S85 JDD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S85 JDD expired on 26 Sept 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S85 JDD?
The MOT on S85 JDD expired on 26 Sept 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S85 JDD done?
S85 JDD was recorded at 225,687 miles at its MOT on 27 Sept 2023, an average of 7,644 miles a year.
Has S85 JDD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S85 JDD has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on S85 JDD 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 S85 JDD find?
S85 JDD passed its latest MOT on 27 Sept 2023 with 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: front position lamp light intensity obviously reduced; hazard warning switch faulty; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 2 more.

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