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Volkswagen Golf

White · Petrol · 1990 · 1,272 cc

H923 ELFMOT history

H923 ELF is a white petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 1 Aug 1990. Its MOT expired on 26 Apr 2023 and it has passed 13 of 20 MOT tests, with 127,895 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Apr 2022.

H923 ELF white Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Golf, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 26 Apr 2023
Mileage
127,895 mi
At MOT on 27 Apr 2022
MOT tests
20
13 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,746 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
H923 ELF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,272 cc
Year of manufacture
1990
First used
1 Aug 1990
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Apr 2023
Latest MOT test
27 Apr 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

H923 ELF was last recorded at 127,895 miles on 27 Apr 2022, 717 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Apr 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
127,178 miles · 22 Apr 2021
Between the last two tests
717 miles
Average per year
4,746 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 127,895 miles
  • 2021 – 127,178 miles
  • 2017 – 126,787 miles
  • 2016 – 126,507 miles
  • 2013 – 112,642 miles
  • 2012 – 99,031 miles
  • 2011 – 87,180 miles
  • 2010 – 77,565 miles
  • 2009 – 68,367 miles
  • 2008 – 61,285 miles
  • 2007 – 56,932 miles
  • 2006 – 52,862 miles
  • 2005 – 48,483 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass127,895 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2016

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2013

  • Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2013

  • Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated

    Failure2 MOTs, 2009–2012

  • Rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2011

Full MOT history

20 tests since 3 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass127,895 miles (+717)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    127,895 miles
    Test number
    818414265731

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass127,178 miles (+391)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    127,178 miles
    Test number
    499897518965
    • AdvisoryAll underneath slightly corroded

  3. Pass126,787 miles (+280)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    126,787 miles
    Test number
    557508501330

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass126,507 miles (+19)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    126,507 miles
    Test number
    759461610135
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  5. Fail126,488 miles (+13,846)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,488 miles
    Test number
    717362846134
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Rear Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  6. Pass112,642 miles (+13,611)8 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    112,642 miles
    Test number
    387441513499
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteNSF wheel has excessive negative camber
    • NoteOil leak

  7. Pass99,031 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    99,031 miles
    Test number
    929756012249
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  8. Fail99,031 miles (+11,851)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,031 miles
    Test number
    518236812213
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  9. Pass87,180 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    87,180 miles
    Test number
    735466611234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail87,180 miles (+9,615)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,180 miles
    Test number
    327616211252
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

  11. Pass77,565 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    77,565 miles
    Test number
    483318510241
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteRear wiper blade split

  12. Fail77,565 miles (+9,198)8 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,565 miles
    Test number
    334365110231
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteRear wiper blade split

  13. Pass68,367 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    68,367 miles
    Test number
    654372419296
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSmall crack in windscreen

  14. Fail68,367 miles (+7,082)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,367 miles
    Test number
    573092119201
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSmall crack in windscreen

  15. Pass61,285 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    61,285 miles
    Test number
    562454618209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail61,285 miles (+4,353)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,285 miles
    Test number
    813003718254
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  17. Pass56,932 miles (+4,070)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    56,932 miles
    Test number
    672658017259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass52,862 miles (+4,379)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    52,862 miles
    Test number
    324193316202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass48,483 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    48,483 miles
    Test number
    891056615270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail48,483 miles1 failure1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,483 miles
    Test number
    213025815241
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)
    • Repaired at testExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Questions about H923 ELF

Does H923 ELF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on H923 ELF expired on 26 Apr 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on H923 ELF?
The MOT on H923 ELF expired on 26 Apr 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has H923 ELF done?
H923 ELF was recorded at 127,895 miles at its MOT on 27 Apr 2022, an average of 4,746 miles a year.
Has H923 ELF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. H923 ELF has failed 7 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Jul 2016.
Has the mileage on H923 ELF 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 H923 ELF find?
H923 ELF passed its latest MOT on 27 Apr 2022 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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