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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Petrol · 2000 · 1,984 cc

C6 RLUMOT history

C6 RLU is a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 23 Dec 2000. Its MOT expired on 19 Feb 2024 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 118,430 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Feb 2023.

C6 RLU blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 19 Feb 2024
Mileage
118,430 mi
At MOT on 20 Feb 2023
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,134 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
C6 RLU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
23 Dec 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Feb 2024
Latest MOT test
20 Feb 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

C6 RLU was last recorded at 118,430 miles on 20 Feb 2023, 11,858 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Dec 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
106,572 miles · 7 Dec 2021
Between the last two tests
11,858 miles
Average per year
5,134 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 118,430 miles
  • 2021 – 106,572 miles
  • 2020 – 101,943 miles
  • 2019 – 90,599 miles
  • 2018 – 84,658 miles
  • 2017 – 78,413 miles
  • 2016 – 73,365 miles
  • 2015 – 69,446 miles
  • 2013 – 65,223 miles
  • 2011 – 56,961 miles
  • 2010 – 52,859 miles
  • 2009 – 48,228 miles
  • 2008 – 43,750 miles
  • 2007 – 39,289 miles
  • 2006 – 34,456 miles
  • 2005 – 30,290 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass118,430 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

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.

  • Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2005–2009

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2018

  • Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment both (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Front surface corrosion to subframe, suspension arms, coil springs

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

24 tests since 21 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass118,430 miles (+11,858)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    118,430 miles
    Test number
    128235256451
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass106,572 miles (+4,629)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    106,572 miles
    Test number
    591493857281
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak Thermostat flange slight leak.
    • AdvisoryDrive belt worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity condensation. (4.2.3 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Hose slightly perishing. (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity condensation. (4.2.3 (b) (ii))

  3. Pass101,943 miles (+11,344)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    101,943 miles
    Test number
    886743320315
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass90,599 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    90,599 miles
    Test number
    153641370462
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail90,599 miles (+5,941)2 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,599 miles
    Test number
    266106182383
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass84,658 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2019
    Odometer
    84,658 miles
    Test number
    334176898605
    • AdvisoryEngine mil light on
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  7. Fail84,655 miles (+6,242)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,655 miles
    Test number
    864333691461
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  8. Pass78,413 miles (+4)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2018
    Odometer
    78,413 miles
    Test number
    961508031559
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment both (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryFront surface corrosion to subframe, suspension arms, coil springs
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear fuel hose ferrule corroded
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear surface corrosion to axle beam
    • AdvisoryE.c.u light on
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering rack

  9. Fail78,409 miles (+5,044)5 failures11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,409 miles
    Test number
    249701801433
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment both (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryFront surface corrosion to subframe, suspension arms, coil springs
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear fuel hose ferrule corroded
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear surface corrosion to axle beam
    • AdvisoryE.c.u light on
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering rack

  10. Pass73,365 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    73,365 miles
    Test number
    859638010938
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rearmost (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  11. Fail73,365 miles (+3,919)1 dangerous4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,365 miles
    Test number
    463637482212
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rearmost (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  12. Pass69,446 miles (+4,223)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    69,446 miles
    Test number
    367849105034
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteCoolant level low

  13. Pass65,223 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    65,223 miles
    Test number
    757445643391
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

  14. Fail65,222 miles (+3,866)1 dangerous2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,222 miles
    Test number
    706535943345
    • DangerousNearside front tyre cut to outer sidewall
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

  15. Pass61,356 miles (+4,395)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    61,356 miles
    Test number
    288083003048
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteEngine management light on

  16. Pass56,961 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    56,961 miles
    Test number
    427397141404
    • AdvisoryInner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Fail56,960 miles (+4,101)1 failure3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,960 miles
    Test number
    648687641327
    • FailureOffside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • AdvisoryInner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Pass52,859 miles (+4,631)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    52,859 miles
    Test number
    161310650379
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  19. Pass48,228 miles (+4,475)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    48,228 miles
    Test number
    350185449357

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass43,753 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    43,753 miles
    Test number
    212205309079
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  21. Fail43,750 miles (+4,461)5 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,750 miles
    Test number
    133305048393
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)
    • FailureRear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteBoth rear suspension bump stops deteriorated

  22. Pass39,289 miles (+4,833)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    39,289 miles
    Test number
    912875947345

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass34,456 miles (+4,166)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    34,456 miles
    Test number
    412581846308
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  24. Pass30,290 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    30,290 miles
    Test number
    110135955350
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Questions about C6 RLU

Does C6 RLU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on C6 RLU expired on 19 Feb 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on C6 RLU?
The MOT on C6 RLU expired on 19 Feb 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has C6 RLU done?
C6 RLU was recorded at 118,430 miles at its MOT on 20 Feb 2023, an average of 5,134 miles a year.
Has C6 RLU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. C6 RLU has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 14 May 2019.
Has the mileage on C6 RLU 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 C6 RLU find?
C6 RLU passed its latest MOT on 20 Feb 2023 with 5 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; oil leak, but not excessive, and 2 more.

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