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Black · Diesel · 2017 · 1,598 cc

S88 REDMOT history

S88 RED is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 31 May 2017. Its MOT is valid until 12 Jun 2027 and it has passed 8 of 9 MOT tests, with 95,305 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 May 2026.

S88 RED black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 12 Jun 2027
Mileage
95,305 mi
At MOT on 29 May 2026
MOT tests
9
8 passed · 1 failed
Per year
7,840 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S88 RED
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2017
First used
31 May 2017
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
29 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S88 RED was last recorded at 95,305 miles on 29 May 2026, 5,674 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
89,631 miles · 12 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
5,674 miles
Average per year
7,840 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 95,305 miles
  • 2025 – 89,631 miles
  • 2024 – 83,826 miles
  • 2023 – 80,247 miles
  • 2022 – 71,358 miles
  • 2021 – 59,491 miles
  • 2020 – 50,185 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass95,305 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult beltRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult beltRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2024

Full MOT history

9 tests since 23 May 2020, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass95,305 miles (+5,674)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    95,305 miles
    Test number
    911360965064
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass89,631 miles (+5,805)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    89,631 miles
    Test number
    869758151361
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass83,826 miles (+3,579)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    83,826 miles
    Test number
    129542290417
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass80,247 miles (+8,889)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2024
    Odometer
    80,247 miles
    Test number
    684394326562

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass71,358 miles (+11,867)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    71,358 miles
    Test number
    301018825635

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass59,491 miles (+9,306)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    59,491 miles
    Test number
    824574511025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass50,185 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    50,185 miles
    Test number
    995119054942

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail50,185 miles1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,185 miles
    Test number
    719811447196
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    579771258984
    • AdvisoryCOVID-19 6 MONTH EXTENSION

Questions about S88 RED

Does S88 RED currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S88 RED is valid until 12 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on S88 RED?
The MOT on S88 RED is valid until 12 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S88 RED done?
S88 RED was recorded at 95,305 miles at its MOT on 29 May 2026, an average of 7,840 miles a year.
Has S88 RED ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S88 RED has failed 1 of its 9 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Aug 2020.
Has the mileage on S88 RED 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 S88 RED find?
S88 RED passed its latest MOT on 29 May 2026 with 10 advisories: nearside front child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt; nearside front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 7 more.

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