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Black · Petrol · 1995 · 1,984 cc

J8 EVWMOT history

J8 EVW is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 22 Nov 1995. Its MOT expired on 20 Mar 2024 and it has passed 15 of 18 MOT tests, with 162,160 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Mar 2023.

J8 EVW black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 20 Mar 2024
Mileage
162,160 mi
At MOT on 21 Mar 2023
MOT tests
18
15 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,306 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
J8 EVW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
1995
First used
22 Nov 1995
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Mar 2024
Latest MOT test
21 Mar 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

J8 EVW was last recorded at 162,160 miles on 21 Mar 2023, 7,160 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Mar 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 25 Feb 2015: 119,349 miles, lower than 151,934 miles on 8 Feb 2013.
  • 19 May 2017: 119,950 miles, lower than 122,282 miles on 24 May 2016.

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
155,000 miles · 3 Mar 2022
Between the last two tests
7,160 miles
Average per year
3,306 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 162,160 miles
  • 2022 – 155,000 miles
  • 2020 – 147,029 miles
  • 2019 – 136,128 miles
  • 2018 – 126,645 miles
  • 2017 – 119,950 miles
  • 2016 – 122,282 miles
  • 2015 – 119,370 miles
  • 2013 – 151,934 miles
  • 2012 – 143,232 miles
  • 2009 – 138,723 miles
  • 2008 – 129,292 miles
  • 2007 – 119,229 miles
  • 2006 – 111,268 miles
  • 2005 – 104,943 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass162,160 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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

18 tests since 29 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass162,160 miles (+7,160)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    162,160 miles
    Test number
    703982078318

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass155,000 miles (+7,971)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    155,000 miles
    Test number
    313643329839
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass147,029 miles (+10,901)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    147,029 miles
    Test number
    713472688774

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass136,128 miles (+9,483)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    136,128 miles
    Test number
    262938316231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass126,645 miles (+6,695)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2019
    Odometer
    126,645 miles
    Test number
    575861490474

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass119,950 miles (-2,332)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2018
    Odometer
    119,950 miles
    Test number
    368964180777

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass122,282 miles (+2,912)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2017
    Odometer
    122,282 miles
    Test number
    568130736209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass119,370 miles (+21)4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    119,370 miles
    Test number
    198659565019
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • NoteBrake pipes greased
    • NoteOffside front tyre cracked
    • NoteVehicle floor corroded

  9. Fail119,349 miles (-32,585)7 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,349 miles
    Test number
    257136455051
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Inner Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • NoteOffside front tyre cracked
    • NoteVehicle floor and outer sills corroded

  10. Pass151,934 miles (+8,702)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    151,934 miles
    Test number
    176499233499
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass143,232 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    143,232 miles
    Test number
    966092632067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail143,232 miles (+4,509)9 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,232 miles
    Test number
    298181832053
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

  13. Pass138,723 miles (+9,431)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    138,723 miles
    Test number
    611398039314
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

  14. Fail129,292 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,292 miles
    Test number
    390100138313
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  15. Pass129,292 miles (+10,063)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    129,292 miles
    Test number
    860030038356

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass119,229 miles (+7,961)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    119,229 miles
    Test number
    930590837307

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass111,268 miles (+6,325)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    111,268 miles
    Test number
    692714536382
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  18. Pass104,943 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    104,943 miles
    Test number
    182403735395
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Questions about J8 EVW

Does J8 EVW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on J8 EVW expired on 20 Mar 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on J8 EVW?
The MOT on J8 EVW expired on 20 Mar 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has J8 EVW done?
J8 EVW was recorded at 162,160 miles at its MOT on 21 Mar 2023, an average of 3,306 miles a year.
Has J8 EVW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. J8 EVW has failed 3 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Feb 2015.
Has the mileage on J8 EVW ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 25 Feb 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on J8 EVW find?
J8 EVW passed its latest MOT on 21 Mar 2023 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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