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Grey · Petrol · 2005 · 2,000 cc

S8 FCOMOT history

S8 FCO is a grey petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 8 Feb 2005. Its MOT is valid until 30 Jan 2027 and it has passed 18 of 21 MOT tests, with 126,946 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Jan 2026.

S8 FCO grey Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 30 Jan 2027
Mileage
126,946 mi
At MOT on 6 Jan 2026
MOT tests
21
18 passed · 3 failed
Per year
4,893 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S8 FCO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,000 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
8 Feb 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S8 FCO was last recorded at 126,946 miles on 6 Jan 2026, 3,618 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
123,328 miles · 31 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
3,618 miles
Average per year
4,893 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 126,946 miles
  • 2025 – 123,328 miles
  • 2024 – 117,350 miles
  • 2023 – 112,811 miles
  • 2022 – 108,048 miles
  • 2021 – 104,029 miles
  • 2019 – 101,047 miles
  • 2018 – 97,864 miles
  • 2017 – 93,428 miles
  • 2016 – 90,997 miles
  • 2015 – 85,564 miles
  • 2014 – 79,656 miles
  • 2013 – 77,174 miles
  • 2012 – 69,453 miles
  • 2011 – 61,457 miles
  • 2010 – 45,462 miles
  • 2009 – 41,017 miles
  • 2008 – 39,250 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass126,946 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coolant leak
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

21 tests since 4 Feb 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass126,946 miles (+3,618)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    126,946 miles
    Test number
    571238077291
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coolant leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass123,328 miles (+5,978)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    123,328 miles
    Test number
    101052532720
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass117,350 miles (+4,539)1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    117,350 miles
    Test number
    608434374289
    • MinorOffside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear panel (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension components slight corrosion

  4. Pass112,811 miles (+4,763)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    112,811 miles
    Test number
    193822435751

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass108,048 miles (+4,019)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    108,048 miles
    Test number
    770595894613

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass104,029 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    104,029 miles
    Test number
    944435814817

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail104,029 miles (+2,982)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,029 miles
    Test number
    326880827718
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  8. Pass101,047 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    101,047 miles
    Test number
    933135892827

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail101,046 miles (+3,182)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,046 miles
    Test number
    706198043077
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits 0.8 too high (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • 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))

  10. Pass97,864 miles (+4,436)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    97,864 miles
    Test number
    308810641120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass93,428 miles (+2,431)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    93,428 miles
    Test number
    605908214045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass90,997 miles (+5,433)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    90,997 miles
    Test number
    111603616988

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass85,564 miles (+5,908)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    85,564 miles
    Test number
    105696885455

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass79,656 miles (+2,482)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    79,656 miles
    Test number
    129649564015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass77,174 miles (+7,721)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    77,174 miles
    Test number
    595979453022
    • NoteO/s/r tyre worn on inner edge

  16. Pass69,453 miles (+7,996)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    69,453 miles
    Test number
    787008042002
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  17. Pass61,457 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    61,457 miles
    Test number
    136155341045
    • NoteSlight grease sweat at offside front outer c.v boot.

  18. Fail61,457 miles (+15,995)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,457 miles
    Test number
    978875241069
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • NoteSlight grease sweat at offside front outer c.v boot.

  19. Pass45,462 miles (+4,445)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    45,462 miles
    Test number
    903880930082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass41,017 miles (+1,767)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    41,017 miles
    Test number
    794862519090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass39,250 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    39,250 miles
    Test number
    813665138098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S8 FCO

Does S8 FCO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S8 FCO is valid until 30 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on S8 FCO?
The MOT on S8 FCO is valid until 30 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S8 FCO done?
S8 FCO was recorded at 126,946 miles at its MOT on 6 Jan 2026, an average of 4,893 miles a year.
Has S8 FCO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S8 FCO has failed 3 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Jan 2021.
Has the mileage on S8 FCO 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 S8 FCO find?
S8 FCO passed its latest MOT on 6 Jan 2026 with 7 advisories: nearside front suspension arm ball joint has slight play; nearside oil leak, but not excessive; nearside rear suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened, and 4 more.

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