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Green · Petrol · 1989 · 1,595 cc

G618 OKOMOT history

G618 OKO is a green petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 30 Sept 1989. Its MOT expired on 5 Dec 2022 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 129,919 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Apr 2024.

G618 OKO green Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 5 Dec 2022
Mileage
129,919 mi
At MOT on 8 Apr 2024
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,104 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
G618 OKO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
1989
First used
30 Sept 1989
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Dec 2022
Latest MOT test
8 Apr 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

G618 OKO was last recorded at 129,919 miles on 8 Apr 2024, 1,149 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Dec 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
128,770 miles · 6 Dec 2021
Between the last two tests
1,149 miles
Average per year
4,104 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 129,919 miles
  • 2021 – 128,770 miles
  • 2020 – 124,128 miles
  • 2019 – 119,963 miles
  • 2018 – 115,208 miles
  • 2017 – 110,145 miles
  • 2016 – 105,459 miles
  • 2015 – 100,304 miles
  • 2014 – 95,969 miles
  • 2013 – 91,554 miles
  • 2012 – 86,438 miles
  • 2011 – 82,810 miles
  • 2010 – 79,360 miles
  • 2009 – 76,332 miles
  • 2008 – 72,155 miles
  • 2007 – 68,353 miles
  • 2006 – 58,190 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail129,919 miles
  • MajorCentral Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases gasket (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Upper Macpherson strut mounting corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018

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.

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail129,919 miles (+1,149)13 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,919 miles
    Test number
    969206314170
    • MajorCentral Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases gasket (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Macpherson strut mounting corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  2. Pass128,770 miles (+4,642)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    128,770 miles
    Test number
    708545370526
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  3. Pass124,128 miles (+4,165)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    124,128 miles
    Test number
    892514726963
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  4. Pass119,963 miles (+96)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    119,963 miles
    Test number
    700355436609
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  5. Fail119,867 miles (+4,659)4 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,867 miles
    Test number
    182108200365
    • MajorExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  6. Pass115,208 miles (+5,063)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    115,208 miles
    Test number
    895068505817
    • AdvisoryAdvice both outer sill's previously repaired and painted, suspected fibreglass
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge And perishing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive underside of sill, slight corrosion and previous repair suspected fibreglass (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front and rear service brakes imbalance across the axle close to limit allowed
  7. Pass110,145 miles (+4,686)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    110,145 miles
    Test number
    951440363898

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass105,459 miles (+58)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    105,459 miles
    Test number
    519511667162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail105,401 miles (+5,097)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,401 miles
    Test number
    537816164423
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
  10. Pass100,304 miles (+4,335)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    100,304 miles
    Test number
    266545093350

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass95,969 miles (+4,415)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    95,969 miles
    Test number
    595976854222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass91,554 miles (+5,116)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    91,554 miles
    Test number
    887993263238
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  13. Pass86,438 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    86,438 miles
    Test number
    216921462221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail86,434 miles (+3,624)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,434 miles
    Test number
    526029852238
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
  15. Pass82,810 miles (+3,450)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    82,810 miles
    Test number
    729130361233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass79,360 miles (+3,028)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    79,360 miles
    Test number
    162241360249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass76,332 miles (+156)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    76,332 miles
    Test number
    471842709312
    • NoteNote o/s rear brake may be leaking fluid
  18. Fail76,176 miles (+4,021)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,176 miles
    Test number
    394155799282
    • FailureFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNote o/s rear brake may be leaking fluid
  19. Pass72,155 miles (+3,802)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    72,155 miles
    Test number
    444789798288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass68,353 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    68,353 miles
    Test number
    663783637353

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail68,353 miles (+10,163)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,353 miles
    Test number
    943143637396
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
  22. Pass58,190 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    58,190 miles
    Test number
    330901996408

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail58,190 miles2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,190 miles
    Test number
    332599286230
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Questions about G618 OKO

Does G618 OKO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on G618 OKO expired on 5 Dec 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on G618 OKO?
The MOT on G618 OKO expired on 5 Dec 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has G618 OKO done?
G618 OKO was recorded at 129,919 miles at its MOT on 8 Apr 2024, an average of 4,104 miles a year.
Has G618 OKO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. G618 OKO has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on G618 OKO 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 G618 OKO find?
G618 OKO failed its latest MOT on 8 Apr 2024 with 13 major defects and 1 advisory: central rear exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases; front exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases gasket; front windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, and 11 more.

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