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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Petrol · 1989 · 1,272 cc

G511 XVTMOT history

G511 XVT is a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 4 Aug 1989. Its MOT expired on 6 Oct 2025 and it has passed 10 of 16 MOT tests, with 109,241 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Oct 2024.

G511 XVT blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 6 Oct 2025
Mileage
109,241 mi
At MOT on 7 Oct 2024
MOT tests
16
10 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,142 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
G511 XVT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,272 cc
Year of manufacture
1989
First used
4 Aug 1989
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Oct 2025
Latest MOT test
7 Oct 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

G511 XVT was last recorded at 109,241 miles on 7 Oct 2024, 79 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Oct 2020.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 16 Jul 2011: 91,557 miles, lower than 94,556 miles on 24 Jun 2011.
  • 4 Apr 2013: 7,532 miles, lower than 101,710 miles on 16 Jul 2012.

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
109,162 miles · 15 Oct 2020
Between the last two tests
79 miles
Average per year
1,142 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 109,241 miles
  • 2020 – 109,162 miles
  • 2019 – 107,576 miles
  • 2013 – 7,532 miles
  • 2012 – 101,710 miles
  • 2011 – 91,557 miles
  • 2010 – 91,253 miles
  • 2009 – 90,944 miles
  • 2008 – 89,835 miles
  • 2007 – 89,275 miles
  • 2006 – 88,325 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass109,241 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019

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.

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2013

Full MOT history

16 tests since 13 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass109,241 miles (+79)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    109,241 miles
    Test number
    865983449345
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Pass109,162 miles (+1,586)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    109,162 miles
    Test number
    798830504934
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass107,576 miles (+35)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    107,576 miles
    Test number
    569771952214
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail107,541 miles (+100,009)1 dangerous12 major1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,541 miles
    Test number
    990472858240
    • DangerousThrottle sticks
    • MajorEngine mounting damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement gearbox side retaining bolt insecure (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Sub-frame damaged and seriously weakened nearside and offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear Coil spring mounting insecure nearside and offside not located (5.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule nearside and offside (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake slightly binding
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll road tyres stretched
    • AdvisoryN/s and o/s sills slightly corroded and damaged

  5. Fail7,532 miles (-94,178)14 failures2 advisories7 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    7,532 miles
    Test number
    415414193079
    • FailureDirection indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureParking brake lever ratchet mechanism is excessively worn (3.1.5)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteAll brake hose ferrals starting to rust
    • NoteClutch to heavy to safely drive
    • NoteFront seats not allowing forward tilt to access rear pasengers
    • NoteFurther check on steering when springs correctly tentioned
    • NoteNo gear knob fitted at time of test
    • NoteSlight damage n/s and o/s sill edges

  6. Pass101,710 miles (+7)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    101,710 miles
    Test number
    788168892119
    • NoteN/s/f brake flexi hose slightly deteriorated
    • NoteParking brake comes up slightly high
    • NoteSlight play in o/s/r wheel bearing
    • NoteSome brake ferruls corroded
    • NoteWiper blades slightly deteriorated

  7. Fail101,703 miles (+10,146)4 failures1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,703 miles
    Test number
    806661592104
    • FailureNearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteN/s/f brake flexi hose slightly deteriorated
    • NoteParking brake comes up slightly high
    • NoteSlight play in o/s/r wheel bearing
    • NoteSome brake ferruls corroded
    • NoteWiper blades slightly deteriorated

  8. Pass91,557 miles (-2,999)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    91,557 miles
    Test number
    938317591185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail94,556 miles (+3,303)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,556 miles
    Test number
    117655671171
    • FailureExhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  10. Pass91,253 miles (+309)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    91,253 miles
    Test number
    481356760125
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteAll rear beam bushes starting to perish

  11. Pass90,944 miles (+1,109)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    90,944 miles
    Test number
    484013969125
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  12. Pass89,835 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    89,835 miles
    Test number
    584074368157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail89,835 miles (+560)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,835 miles
    Test number
    962824068173
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

  14. Pass89,275 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    89,275 miles
    Test number
    844222677114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail89,275 miles (+950)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,275 miles
    Test number
    820722377163
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

  16. Pass88,325 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    88,325 miles
    Test number
    372894666191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about G511 XVT

Does G511 XVT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on G511 XVT expired on 6 Oct 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on G511 XVT?
The MOT on G511 XVT expired on 6 Oct 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has G511 XVT done?
G511 XVT was recorded at 109,241 miles at its MOT on 7 Oct 2024, an average of 1,142 miles a year.
Has G511 XVT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. G511 XVT has failed 6 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Mar 2019.
Has the mileage on G511 XVT ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 16 Jul 2011. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on G511 XVT find?
G511 XVT passed its latest MOT on 7 Oct 2024 with 1 advisory: front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases.

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