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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,800 cc

S89 UDPMOT history

S89 UDP is a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 29 Jan 1999. Its MOT is valid until 1 Jun 2027 and it has passed 20 of 33 MOT tests, with 193,066 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 May 2026.

S89 UDP blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 1 Jun 2027
Mileage
193,066 mi
At MOT on 26 May 2026
MOT tests
33
20 passed · 13 failed
Per year
6,807 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S89 UDP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,800 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
29 Jan 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
26 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S89 UDP was last recorded at 193,066 miles on 26 May 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 May 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 12 May 2021: 146,948 miles, lower than 146,991 miles on 28 Nov 2019.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
193,064 miles · 22 May 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
6,807 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 193,066 miles
  • 2025 – 182,638 miles
  • 2024 – 172,733 miles
  • 2023 – 158,603 miles
  • 2022 – 147,191 miles
  • 2021 – 146,950 miles
  • 2019 – 146,991 miles
  • 2018 – 144,996 miles
  • 2017 – 140,596 miles
  • 2016 – 136,472 miles
  • 2015 – 128,724 miles
  • 2014 – 124,287 miles
  • 2013 – 114,783 miles
  • 2011 – 103,843 miles
  • 2010 – 96,845 miles
  • 2009 – 85,996 miles
  • 2008 – 74,514 miles
  • 2007 – 64,269 miles
  • 2006 – 54,713 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass193,066 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2019

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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2015

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2026

  • Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floorpan

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

33 tests since 27 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass193,066 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    193,066 miles
    Test number
    605052501677
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail193,064 miles (+10,426)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,064 miles
    Test number
    431979965933
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering locking device ineffective trackrod end to rack arm secure nut not secure (2.1.3 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass182,638 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    182,638 miles
    Test number
    889714684559
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Fail182,635 miles (+9,902)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,635 miles
    Test number
    249158524541
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper insecurely mounted (1.1.16 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass172,733 miles (+32)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2025
    Odometer
    172,733 miles
    Test number
    812375622963
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  6. Fail172,701 miles (+14,098)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,701 miles
    Test number
    465237861550
    • MajorFront Windscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  7. Pass158,603 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2024
    Odometer
    158,603 miles
    Test number
    652892575193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail158,603 miles (+11,412)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,603 miles
    Test number
    789292669066
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  9. Pass147,191 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2023
    Odometer
    147,191 miles
    Test number
    671031820602
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail147,191 miles (+241)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,191 miles
    Test number
    799503834828
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases middle section (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass146,950 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2022
    Odometer
    146,950 miles
    Test number
    706683169714
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floorpan (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Fail146,948 miles (-43)1 dangerous4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,948 miles
    Test number
    684858777547
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Fuel pipe insecure fuel filter insecure (6.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floorpan (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass146,991 miles (+52)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    146,991 miles
    Test number
    817156693686
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective flat

  14. Fail146,939 miles (+1,943)1 dangerous4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,939 miles
    Test number
    662197522783
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective flat

  15. Pass144,996 miles (+4,400)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    144,996 miles
    Test number
    631209422513
    • AdvisoryNearside & Offside rear tyres worn to limit And have cuts in tread -close to excess-
    • AdvisoryOffside front outer track-rod end ball joint dust cover perished & splitting
    • AdvisoryOffside rear handbrake effort poor ( compared to nearside )

  16. Pass140,596 miles (+4,124)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    140,596 miles
    Test number
    722033475913
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres low close to limit

  17. Pass136,472 miles (+23)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    136,472 miles
    Test number
    836149886164
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyre treads worn low

  18. Fail136,449 miles (+7,725)9 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,449 miles
    Test number
    542129862894
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear exhaust box corroded / holed (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged perished /split (4.1.D.1e)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged perished & split (4.1.D.1e)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyre treads worn low

  19. Pass128,724 miles (+55)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    128,724 miles
    Test number
    386773479022
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear wheel stiff to turn by hand
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 205/55R16 (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear door hinge loose
    • AdvisoryOffside rear valve stem perished
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated NS & OS (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear view mirror deteriorated

  20. Fail128,669 miles (+4,382)2 failures2 repaired10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,669 miles
    Test number
    176516350176
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn shock absorber pivot Ram (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped at each side of brake hose (3.6.B.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment NS & OS (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear wheel stiff to turn by hand
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 205/55R16 (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear door hinge loose
    • AdvisoryOffside rear valve stem perished
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated NS & OS (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear view mirror deteriorated

  21. Pass124,287 miles (+9,504)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    124,287 miles
    Test number
    367623004328

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass114,783 miles (+10,940)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    114,783 miles
    Test number
    997479323076
    • AdvisoryMacpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • NoteOffside front lower bottom ball joint worn / play movement -close to excess-
    • NoteSteel wheel fitted to offside front

  23. Pass103,843 miles (+6,998)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    103,843 miles
    Test number
    248942041363

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass96,845 miles (+5)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    96,845 miles
    Test number
    471417340425
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Fail96,840 miles (+4,117)1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,840 miles
    Test number
    813331640353
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass92,723 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    92,723 miles
    Test number
    853175620018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail92,723 miles (+6,727)1 dangerous2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,723 miles
    Test number
    791685720029
    • DangerousNearside Front Bonded suspension unit bonding failed and part of unit is likely to become displaced (2.4.F.2)
    • NoteOff side front bottom ball joint has play and movement present.
    • NoteRear axle bushes split badly.

  28. Pass85,996 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    85,996 miles
    Test number
    253844029067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail85,996 miles (+11,482)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,996 miles
    Test number
    253914029010
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

  30. Fail74,514 miles1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,514 miles
    Test number
    342338918078
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • NoteFront number plate cracked rear axle bushes cracking

  31. Pass74,514 miles (+10,245)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    74,514 miles
    Test number
    410858818023
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • NoteFront number plate cracked rear axle bushes cracking

  32. Pass64,269 miles (+9,556)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    64,269 miles
    Test number
    773430437088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Pass54,713 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    54,713 miles
    Test number
    920117626026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S89 UDP

Does S89 UDP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S89 UDP is valid until 1 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on S89 UDP?
The MOT on S89 UDP is valid until 1 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S89 UDP done?
S89 UDP was recorded at 193,066 miles at its MOT on 26 May 2026, an average of 6,807 miles a year.
Has S89 UDP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S89 UDP has failed 13 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 22 May 2026.
Has the mileage on S89 UDP ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 12 May 2021. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S89 UDP find?
S89 UDP passed its latest MOT on 26 May 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 1 more.

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