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Volkswagen Golf

White · Petrol · 1989 · 1,781 cc

G662 ORJMOT history

G662 ORJ is a white petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 31 Dec 1989. Its MOT is valid until 14 Sept 2027 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 158,417 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Oct 2026.

G662 ORJ white Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 14 Sept 2027
Mileage
158,417 mi
At MOT on 15 Sept 2026
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
7,320 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
G662 ORJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
1989
First used
31 Dec 1989
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

G662 ORJ was last recorded at 158,417 miles on 15 Sept 2026, 10 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
158,407 miles · 31 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
10 miles
Average per year
7,320 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 158,417 miles
  • 2025 – 158,407 miles
  • 2024 – 158,370 miles
  • 2019 – 158,352 miles
  • 2016 – 158,344 miles
  • 2015 – 158,285 miles
  • 2014 – 158,153 miles
  • 2013 – 158,014 miles
  • 2012 – 82,964 miles
  • 2010 – 82,908 miles
  • 2007 – 76,197 miles
  • 2006 – 10,914 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass158,417 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides

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.

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2007–2016

  • Coolant leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive floor

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer edge, evidence of fouling but not present at time of test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive floor

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

17 tests since 22 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass158,417 miles (+10)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    158,417 miles
    Test number
    239723055402
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides
  2. Pass158,407 miles (+6)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    158,407 miles
    Test number
    950510714815
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer edge, evidence of fouling but not present at time of test (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer edge, evidence of fouling but not present at time of test (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  3. Fail158,401 miles (+31)6 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,401 miles
    Test number
    109253078496
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake cable insecure fouling on road wheel & exhaust (1.1.15 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded body to axle (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded body to axle (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded pipe to caliper (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer edge, evidence of fouling but not present at time of test (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer edge, evidence of fouling but not present at time of test (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  4. Pass158,370 miles (+18)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    158,370 miles
    Test number
    862368477485

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass158,352 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    158,352 miles
    Test number
    426131959309

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass158,344 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    158,344 miles
    Test number
    171473786606
    • AdvisoryAdvise offside, front to rear brake pipe corroded.
  7. Fail158,343 miles (+58)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,343 miles
    Test number
    881533376521
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryAdvise offside, front to rear brake pipe corroded.
  8. Pass158,285 miles (+132)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    158,285 miles
    Test number
    597098345112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass158,153 miles (+139)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    158,153 miles
    Test number
    745013654139
    • NoteSlight misting of oil nearside front ball joint.
  10. Pass158,014 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    158,014 miles
    Test number
    506751263108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail158,008 miles (+75,044)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,008 miles
    Test number
    725118553140
    • FailureAn item not tested (Manual)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
  12. Pass82,964 miles (+56)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    82,964 miles
    Test number
    505581262127
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension arm slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
  13. Pass82,908 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2011
    Odometer
    82,908 miles
    Test number
    753092640149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail82,908 miles (+6,711)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,908 miles
    Test number
    461062740192
    • FailureHazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)
    • FailureHazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Macpherson strut insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
  15. Pass76,197 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    76,197 miles
    Test number
    924585097166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail76,197 miles (+65,283)8 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,197 miles
    Test number
    433885397149
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam (1.7.4a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (1.7.4a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam (1.7.4a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (1.7.4a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteFront suspension knocking and rattling.
    • NoteOffside rear tyre perished on side wall.
  17. Pass10,914 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    10,914 miles
    Test number
    311883106218
    • NoteAdvise low effert on o/s/r footbrake and handbrake

Questions about G662 ORJ

Does G662 ORJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on G662 ORJ is valid until 14 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on G662 ORJ?
The MOT on G662 ORJ is valid until 14 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has G662 ORJ done?
G662 ORJ was recorded at 158,417 miles at its MOT on 15 Sept 2026, an average of 7,320 miles a year.
Has G662 ORJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. G662 ORJ has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on G662 ORJ 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 G662 ORJ find?
G662 ORJ passed its latest MOT on 15 Sept 2026 with 2 advisories: offside front wheel bearing slightly noisy; play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides.

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