Yes, S978 ADO is taxed. Road tax is currently valid until 1 July 2027 according to DVLA records.

When is the MOT due for S978 ADO?

The MOT for S978 ADO is valid and due for renewal on or before 5 January 2027.

What is the recorded mileage of S978 ADO?

The recorded mileage for S978 ADO is 101,631 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is S978 ADO ULEZ compliant?

No, S978 ADO does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

MOT Valid

Road Tax Paid

1998 Volkswagen Golf 1.9L Diesel · S978 ADO

S978 ADO

1998 Volkswagen Golf (1.9L, diesel). First registered 01/09/2000. Recorded mileage 101,631 miles. MOT valid until 05/01/2027. Taxed until 01/07/2027.

Make & Model: VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
Year / Origin: 1998 · Glasgow
MOT Status: Valid until 05/01/2027
Road Tax: Taxed (01/07/2027)
Recorded Mileage: 101,631 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine: DIESEL · 1.9L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

MOT Status

Valid

Valid until 05/01/2027

Tax Status

Taxed

Tax due 01/07/2027

Mileage: 101,631 mi
Fuel Type: DIESEL
Year: 1998
Engine: 1896cc

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S978 ADO Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 06/01/2026
101,631 miles recorded at latest MOT
2 historical MOT failures
No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Recurring steering items (3 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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✓ Valid MOT

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! Average MOT pass rate (60%)

✗ 1 dangerous defects found recently

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S978 ADO Mileage History

13/12/202394,562 mi
19/12/202495,222 mi+660 mi
24/12/202495,232 mi+10 mi
05/01/2026101,631 mi+6,399 mi
06/01/2026101,631 mi

Average of roughly 3,421 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

S978 ADO MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 6 Sept 2026, 00:43

MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1998 Volkswagen Golf (S978 ADO) between December 2023 and January 2026.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 06 January 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Steering (3 issues), Tyres (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 4 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”; “Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.3 (a) (i))”.

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