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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Petrol · 1998 · 1,600 cc

S95 JVJMOT history

S95 JVJ is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 1 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 12 Jun 2023 and it has passed 16 of 28 MOT tests, with 126,523 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Jun 2024.

S95 JVJ silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 12 Jun 2023
Mileage
126,523 mi
At MOT on 28 Jun 2024
MOT tests
28
16 passed · 12 failed
Per year
4,262 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S95 JVJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,600 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
1 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Jun 2023
Latest MOT test
28 Jun 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

S95 JVJ was last recorded at 126,523 miles on 28 Jun 2024, 172 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Jun 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
126,351 miles · 13 Jun 2022
Between the last two tests
172 miles
Average per year
4,262 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 126,523 miles
  • 2022 – 126,351 miles
  • 2021 – 126,203 miles
  • 2019 – 126,107 miles
  • 2018 – 125,632 miles
  • 2017 – 124,960 miles
  • 2016 – 124,499 miles
  • 2015 – 123,978 miles
  • 2014 – 123,430 miles
  • 2013 – 121,781 miles
  • 2012 – 120,926 miles
  • 2011 – 108,944 miles
  • 2010 – 98,854 miles
  • 2009 – 91,516 miles
  • 2008 – 69,975 miles
  • 2007 – 56,189 miles
  • 2006 – 50,109 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail126,523 miles
  • MajorFront Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Coolant leak

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2016–2022

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both front

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Center exhaust sleeve corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • General underside and suspension components corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

28 tests since 25 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail126,523 miles (+172)9 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,523 miles
    Test number
    568382353690
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass126,351 miles (+3)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    126,351 miles
    Test number
    525059159513
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated Both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCenter exhaust sleeve corroded
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underside and suspension components corroded
    • AdvisorySlight imbalance in parking brake

  3. Fail126,348 miles (+145)8 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,348 miles
    Test number
    230466310061
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated Both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCenter exhaust sleeve corroded
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underside and suspension components corroded
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  4. Pass126,203 miles (+96)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    126,203 miles
    Test number
    680835256966
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to back (at axles) (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (D bush) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rearmost (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  5. Pass126,107 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    126,107 miles
    Test number
    769410051382
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryService brake binding but not excessively Both rear (1.2.1 (f))

  6. Fail126,107 miles (+475)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,107 miles
    Test number
    354865762468
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryService brake binding but not excessively Both rear (1.2.1 (f))

  7. Pass125,632 miles (+672)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    125,632 miles
    Test number
    732861669639
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear brakes are binding slightly.

  8. Pass124,960 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    124,960 miles
    Test number
    257698826636
    • AdvisoryAll four tyres heavily perished but not possible to see cords yet
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brakes binding slightly

  9. Fail124,960 miles (+461)1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,960 miles
    Test number
    238800558368
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryAll four tyres heavily perished but not possible to see cords yet
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brakes binding slightly

  10. Pass124,499 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    124,499 miles
    Test number
    428948872956
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres heavily perished but not possible to see cords yet
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres heavily perished but not possible to see cords yet.
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  11. Fail124,499 miles (+521)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,499 miles
    Test number
    151667638621
    • Repaired at testCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported bracket broken (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres heavily perished but not possible to see cords yet
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres heavily perished but not possible to see cords yet.
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  12. Pass123,978 miles (+13)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    123,978 miles
    Test number
    728422405235
    • NoteRear axle corroded but not excessively yet

  13. Fail123,965 miles (+535)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,965 miles
    Test number
    908171305268
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteRear axle corroded but not excessively yet

  14. Pass123,430 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    123,430 miles
    Test number
    819734604297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail123,430 miles (+1,649)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,430 miles
    Test number
    677444804295
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  16. Pass121,781 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    121,781 miles
    Test number
    995599293194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail121,781 miles (+855)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,781 miles
    Test number
    209129893483
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

  18. Pass120,926 miles (+11,982)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    120,926 miles
    Test number
    939205502201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass108,944 miles (+10,090)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    108,944 miles
    Test number
    468838081167
    • NoteBoth rear brake discs corroded.

  20. Pass98,854 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    98,854 miles
    Test number
    111353590196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail98,854 miles (+7,338)1 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,854 miles
    Test number
    391323690118
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  22. Pass91,516 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    91,516 miles
    Test number
    720725379200
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteCentre exhaust mntg welds broken but exhaust still supported.

  23. Fail91,516 miles (+21,541)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,516 miles
    Test number
    334284379421
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteCentre exhaust mntg welds broken but exhaust still supported.

  24. Pass69,975 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    69,975 miles
    Test number
    293547218294
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteExhaust system is corroded in places
    • NoteFront and rear brake discs and pads are worn

  25. Fail69,975 miles (+13,786)1 repaired3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,975 miles
    Test number
    782547518296
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteExhaust system is corroded in places
    • NoteFront and rear brake discs and pads are worn

  26. Pass56,189 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    56,189 miles
    Test number
    733728307264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail56,189 miles (+6,080)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,189 miles
    Test number
    284488307204
    • FailureNearside Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

  28. Pass50,109 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    50,109 miles
    Test number
    143656206270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S95 JVJ

Does S95 JVJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S95 JVJ expired on 12 Jun 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S95 JVJ?
The MOT on S95 JVJ expired on 12 Jun 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S95 JVJ done?
S95 JVJ was recorded at 126,523 miles at its MOT on 28 Jun 2024, an average of 4,262 miles a year.
Has S95 JVJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S95 JVJ has failed 12 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jun 2024.
Has the mileage on S95 JVJ 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 S95 JVJ find?
S95 JVJ failed its latest MOT on 28 Jun 2024 with 9 major defects, 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: front windscreen wiper not working; nearside front brake hose excessively deteriorated; nearside front brake hose excessively deteriorated, and 14 more.

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