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Volkswagen Golf

Red · Petrol · 1998 · 1,600 cc

S91 AAFMOT history

S91 AAF is a red petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 3 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 15 Jul 2025 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 102,484 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Jul 2025.

S91 AAF red Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 15 Jul 2025
Mileage
102,484 mi
At MOT on 9 Jul 2025
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,248 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S91 AAF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,600 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
3 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Jul 2025
Latest MOT test
9 Jul 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

S91 AAF was last recorded at 102,484 miles on 9 Jul 2025, 3,577 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Jul 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
98,907 miles · 1 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
3,577 miles
Average per year
3,248 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 102,484 miles
  • 2024 – 98,907 miles
  • 2023 – 93,876 miles
  • 2022 – 87,924 miles
  • 2021 – 81,377 miles
  • 2020 – 73,045 miles
  • 2018 – 72,884 miles
  • 2017 – 71,642 miles
  • 2016 – 70,420 miles
  • 2015 – 68,537 miles
  • 2014 – 66,170 miles
  • 2013 – 64,017 miles
  • 2012 – 61,519 miles
  • 2011 – 58,944 miles
  • 2010 – 56,156 miles
  • 2009 – 53,120 miles
  • 2008 – 49,397 miles
  • 2007 – 40,721 miles
  • 2006 – 40,721 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail102,484 miles
  • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) inner steering arm (2.3 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
  • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

What MOT failures 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 Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Corrosion on under side -- rear axle beam--and suspension--

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

23 tests since 3 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail102,484 miles (+3,577)9 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,484 miles
    Test number
    310377050989
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) inner steering arm (2.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
  2. Pass98,907 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    98,907 miles
    Test number
    115174259287
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge and perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  3. Fail98,904 miles (+5,028)1 dangerous2 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,904 miles
    Test number
    956868126520
    • DangerousNearside Front Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn lower wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge and perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  4. Pass93,876 miles (+5,952)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    93,876 miles
    Test number
    981128717691
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryN/S wing mirror glass cracked
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • 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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  5. Pass87,924 miles (+5)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    87,924 miles
    Test number
    356560549995
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  6. Fail87,919 miles (+6,542)7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,919 miles
    Test number
    398042231710
    • MajorAll direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  7. Pass81,377 miles (+8,332)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    81,377 miles
    Test number
    956122370238
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  8. Pass73,045 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    73,045 miles
    Test number
    329205944590
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on under side -- rear axle beam--and suspension--
  9. Fail73,043 miles (+159)2 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,043 miles
    Test number
    408327345413
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on under side -- rear axle beam--and suspension--
  10. Pass72,884 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    72,884 miles
    Test number
    152093571209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail72,884 miles (+1,242)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,884 miles
    Test number
    145533724512
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  12. Pass71,642 miles (+1,222)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    71,642 miles
    Test number
    866366513107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass70,420 miles (+1,883)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    70,420 miles
    Test number
    387365372075
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  14. Pass68,537 miles (+2,367)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    68,537 miles
    Test number
    329682385130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass66,170 miles (+2,153)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    66,170 miles
    Test number
    616234274146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass64,017 miles (+2,498)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    64,017 miles
    Test number
    686125673129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass61,519 miles (+2,575)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    61,519 miles
    Test number
    219620282156
    • NoteO/s rear tyre cracking
  18. Pass58,944 miles (+2,788)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    58,944 miles
    Test number
    255771971165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass56,156 miles (+3,036)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    56,156 miles
    Test number
    964517560155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass53,120 miles (+3,723)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    53,120 miles
    Test number
    554673089184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass49,397 miles (+8,676)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    49,397 miles
    Test number
    152349688178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass40,721 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    40,721 miles
    Test number
    622626687133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass40,721 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    40,721 miles
    Test number
    421604986185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S91 AAF

Does S91 AAF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S91 AAF expired on 15 Jul 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S91 AAF?
The MOT on S91 AAF expired on 15 Jul 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S91 AAF done?
S91 AAF was recorded at 102,484 miles at its MOT on 9 Jul 2025, an average of 3,248 miles a year.
Has S91 AAF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S91 AAF has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on S91 AAF 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 S91 AAF find?
S91 AAF failed its latest MOT on 9 Jul 2025 with 9 major defects, 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier; nearside front headlamp aim too high; nearside front steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) inner steering arm, and 13 more.

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