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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 1990 · 1,781 cc

H331 XYXMOT history

H331 XYX is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 24 Oct 1990. Its MOT is valid until 19 May 2027 and it has passed 13 of 19 MOT tests, with 105,926 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 May 2026.

H331 XYX black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 19 May 2027
Mileage
105,926 mi
At MOT on 18 May 2026
MOT tests
19
13 passed · 6 failed
Per year
789 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
H331 XYX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
1990
First used
24 Oct 1990
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 May 2027
Latest MOT test
18 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

H331 XYX was last recorded at 105,926 miles on 18 May 2026, 4,733 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 May 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 16 Apr 2015: 91,183 miles, lower than 101,845 miles on 28 Apr 2014.

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
101,193 miles · 20 May 2025
Between the last two tests
4,733 miles
Average per year
789 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 105,926 miles
  • 2025 – 101,193 miles
  • 2024 – 100,563 miles
  • 2023 – 99,540 miles
  • 2022 – 97,066 miles
  • 2021 – 94,417 miles
  • 2020 – 94,207 miles
  • 2019 – 91,203 miles
  • 2015 – 91,183 miles
  • 2014 – 101,845 miles
  • 2009 – 100,142 miles
  • 2008 – 91,166 miles
  • 2006 – 89,980 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass105,926 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (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.

  • Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Both front shock absorber dust cover/ bump stops broken/ loose

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

19 tests since 3 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass105,926 miles (+4,733)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2027
    Odometer
    105,926 miles
    Test number
    830859213290
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Pass101,193 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2026
    Odometer
    101,193 miles
    Test number
    887033474051
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front shock absorber dust cover/ bump stops broken/ loose
  3. Fail101,193 miles (+630)2 dangerous2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,193 miles
    Test number
    771835319710
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 185/55/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases manifold to down pipe clamp missing (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases mid to rear section joint leaking (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front shock absorber dust cover/ bump stops broken/ loose
  4. Pass100,563 miles (+1,023)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2025
    Odometer
    100,563 miles
    Test number
    219889761612

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass99,540 miles (+2,474)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2024
    Odometer
    99,540 miles
    Test number
    583997822227
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall 185/55/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  6. Pass97,066 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    97,066 miles
    Test number
    738151296262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail97,066 miles (+2,649)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,066 miles
    Test number
    147547159733
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
  8. Pass94,417 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    94,417 miles
    Test number
    628030207945
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  9. Fail94,417 miles (+210)1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,417 miles
    Test number
    251453659802
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  10. Pass94,207 miles (+3,004)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    94,207 miles
    Test number
    121299485885
    • AdvisoryAll brake pipes covered in wax oil hard to check for rust
  11. Pass91,203 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    91,203 miles
    Test number
    819695455732

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail91,203 miles (+20)2 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,203 miles
    Test number
    428532362074
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Centre to rear joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNo rear seats fitted at time of test
    • AdvisorySlight play in o/s/r wheel bearing
  13. Pass91,183 miles (-10,662)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    91,183 miles
    Test number
    298116405435
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
  14. Pass101,845 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    101,845 miles
    Test number
    949688914150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail101,845 miles (+1,703)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,845 miles
    Test number
    178215314158
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteHorn sounds with washers
  16. Pass100,142 miles (+8,976)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    100,142 miles
    Test number
    391282399006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass91,166 miles (+1)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2009
    Odometer
    91,166 miles
    Test number
    601787738180
    • NoteCracks in all tyre walls
    • NoteFront discs rusty
  18. Fail91,165 miles (+1,185)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,165 miles
    Test number
    753006638125
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteCracks in all tyre walls
    • NoteFront discs rusty
  19. Pass89,980 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    89,980 miles
    Test number
    950412466016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about H331 XYX

Does H331 XYX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on H331 XYX is valid until 19 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on H331 XYX?
The MOT on H331 XYX is valid until 19 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has H331 XYX done?
H331 XYX was recorded at 105,926 miles at its MOT on 18 May 2026, an average of 789 miles a year.
Has H331 XYX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. H331 XYX has failed 6 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 16 May 2025.
Has the mileage on H331 XYX ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 16 Apr 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on H331 XYX find?
H331 XYX passed its latest MOT on 18 May 2026 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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