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Volkswagen Golf

Green · Petrol · 1998 · 1,600 cc

S98 BCGMOT history

S98 BCG is a green petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 4 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 23 May 2024 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 119,250 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 May 2023.

S98 BCG green Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Golf, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 23 May 2024
Mileage
119,250 mi
At MOT on 24 May 2023
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
3,814 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S98 BCG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,600 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
4 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 May 2024
Latest MOT test
24 May 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

S98 BCG was last recorded at 119,250 miles on 24 May 2023, 7,801 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 May 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 25 Apr 2019: 102,543 miles, lower than 102,556 miles on 17 Apr 2018.

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
111,449 miles · 3 May 2022
Between the last two tests
7,801 miles
Average per year
3,814 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 119,250 miles
  • 2022 – 111,449 miles
  • 2021 – 107,559 miles
  • 2020 – 104,414 miles
  • 2019 – 102,545 miles
  • 2018 – 102,556 miles
  • 2017 – 97,963 miles
  • 2016 – 92,704 miles
  • 2015 – 88,282 miles
  • 2013 – 86,587 miles
  • 2012 – 83,186 miles
  • 2011 – 80,181 miles
  • 2010 – 76,749 miles
  • 2009 – 72,507 miles
  • 2008 – 68,113 miles
  • 2007 – 63,146 miles
  • 2006 – 57,267 miles
  • 2005 – 51,118 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass119,250 miles
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryOsf wing corroded

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.

  • Some play in both front top strut mounts

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2006–2010

  • Oil leak

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Both rear coil springs corroding

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • N/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

28 tests since 13 Jul 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass119,250 miles (+7,801)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2024
    Odometer
    119,250 miles
    Test number
    851324467563
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOsf wing corroded

  2. Pass111,449 miles (+3,890)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2023
    Odometer
    111,449 miles
    Test number
    984102296988
    • MinorOffside Rear fog lamp lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.5.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge heavily worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer sill heavily corroded not is prescribed area
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wing corroded
    • AdvisoryRear seats not fitted at time of test
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  3. Pass107,559 miles (+2)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2022
    Odometer
    107,559 miles
    Test number
    385255211967
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre going bald on inner edge
    • AdvisoryO/s/f wheel arch corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisorySome play in both front top strut mounts

  4. Fail107,557 miles (+3,143)1 dangerous1 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,557 miles
    Test number
    261266255672
    • DangerousAxle deformed and unserviceable (5.1.1 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear coil springs heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre going bald on inner edge
    • AdvisoryO/s/f wheel arch corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisorySome play in both front top strut mounts

  5. Pass104,414 miles (+1,869)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2021
    Odometer
    104,414 miles
    Test number
    494198644100
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear coil springs corroding
    • AdvisoryPlay in both front top strut mounts

  6. Pass102,545 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    102,545 miles
    Test number
    659396135063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail102,543 miles (-13)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,543 miles
    Test number
    847585928437
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases centre section (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass102,556 miles (+31)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2019
    Odometer
    102,556 miles
    Test number
    779094873910
    • AdvisoryBoth rear coil springs corroding
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre heavily perished
    • AdvisorySome play in both front top strut mounts

  9. Fail102,525 miles (+4,562)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,525 miles
    Test number
    749605211960
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear coil springs corroding
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre heavily perished
    • AdvisorySome play in both front top strut mounts

  10. Pass97,963 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2018
    Odometer
    97,963 miles
    Test number
    140233751046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail97,962 miles (+5,258)2 dangerous4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,962 miles
    Test number
    656004003198
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour lamp cracked showing white light (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  12. Pass92,704 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    92,704 miles
    Test number
    201487985440
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre close to limit

  13. Fail92,703 miles (+4,421)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,703 miles
    Test number
    703488023034
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too low both front (1.8)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle inner wheel arch (4.1.D.2)
    • FailureRear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working both rear (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre close to limit

  14. Pass88,282 miles (+1,695)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    88,282 miles
    Test number
    486114865098
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteBoth rear coil springs corroding
    • NoteSlight play in o/s/f anti roll bar bush
    • NoteSome play in both front top strut mounts

  15. Pass86,587 miles (+3,401)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    86,587 miles
    Test number
    885358433313
    • NoteBoth rear coil springs corroding
    • NoteSlight play in both front anti roll bar bushes
    • NoteSome play in both front top strut mounts

  16. Pass83,186 miles (+3,005)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    83,186 miles
    Test number
    257542662272
    • AdvisoryOffside Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteExhaust Emissions co level High @ 0.25% on Natural Idle Speed,Auxillary Drive Belt Perished,Nearside Front Tyre Tread Worn On Outer Edge.
    • NoteVehicle Appears Overdue For Servicing.

  17. Pass80,181 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    80,181 miles
    Test number
    366323471445
    • NoteFront brake pads wearing low

  18. Fail80,181 miles (+3,432)4 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,181 miles
    Test number
    198803671225
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteFront brake pads wearing low

  19. Pass76,749 miles (+10)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    76,749 miles
    Test number
    233683190193
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  20. Fail76,739 miles (+4,232)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,739 miles
    Test number
    201650490117
    • FailureOffside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  21. Pass72,507 miles (+4,394)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    72,507 miles
    Test number
    192805309243
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  22. Pass68,113 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    68,113 miles
    Test number
    894982918204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail68,113 miles (+4,967)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,113 miles
    Test number
    704442018200
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  24. Pass63,146 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    63,146 miles
    Test number
    542689397151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail63,146 miles (+5,879)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,146 miles
    Test number
    612889697138
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  26. Fail57,267 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,267 miles
    Test number
    311372896134
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  27. Pass57,267 miles (+6,149)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    57,267 miles
    Test number
    964082196111
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  28. Pass51,118 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2006
    Odometer
    51,118 miles
    Test number
    522234295190
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteFront wipers smearing windscreen

Questions about S98 BCG

Does S98 BCG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S98 BCG expired on 23 May 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S98 BCG?
The MOT on S98 BCG expired on 23 May 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S98 BCG done?
S98 BCG was recorded at 119,250 miles at its MOT on 24 May 2023, an average of 3,814 miles a year.
Has S98 BCG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S98 BCG has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 12 May 2021.
Has the mileage on S98 BCG ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 25 Apr 2019. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S98 BCG find?
S98 BCG passed its latest MOT on 24 May 2023 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: offside registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside front road wheel slightly distorted; nearside play in steering rack inner joint(s), and 3 more.

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