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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 2000 · 2,800 cc

K44 DCHMOT history

K44 DCH is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 8 Aug 2000. Its MOT expired on 21 Jul 2023 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 157,908 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Jul 2022.

K44 DCH black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 21 Jul 2023
Mileage
157,908 mi
At MOT on 22 Jul 2022
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,257 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K44 DCH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,800 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
8 Aug 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Jul 2023
Latest MOT test
22 Jul 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

K44 DCH was last recorded at 157,908 miles on 22 Jul 2022, 2,470 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Nov 2020.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 5 Oct 2017: 147,422 miles, lower than 147,943 miles on 4 Oct 2017.

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
155,438 miles · 16 Nov 2020
Between the last two tests
2,470 miles
Average per year
6,257 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 157,908 miles
  • 2020 – 155,438 miles
  • 2019 – 152,888 miles
  • 2018 – 150,044 miles
  • 2017 – 147,422 miles
  • 2016 – 144,606 miles
  • 2015 – 141,942 miles
  • 2014 – 131,784 miles
  • 2013 – 118,558 miles
  • 2012 – 105,096 miles
  • 2011 – 98,800 miles
  • 2010 – 93,595 miles
  • 2009 – 85,940 miles
  • 2008 – 77,731 miles
  • 2007 – 72,537 miles
  • 2006 – 57,523 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass157,908 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Offside Inner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

23 tests since 6 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass157,908 miles (+2,470)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    157,908 miles
    Test number
    208676048270
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass155,438 miles (+2,550)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    155,438 miles
    Test number
    427300428231
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass152,888 miles (+2,844)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    152,888 miles
    Test number
    702315987778
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass150,044 miles (+2,622)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    150,044 miles
    Test number
    205713446622
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass147,422 miles (-521)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    147,422 miles
    Test number
    320977892858
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  6. Fail147,943 miles (+3,337)1 dangerous2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,943 miles
    Test number
    395979511384
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  7. Pass144,606 miles (+2,664)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    144,606 miles
    Test number
    498536176030
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  8. Pass141,942 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    141,942 miles
    Test number
    905549813961

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail141,942 miles (+22)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,942 miles
    Test number
    854515192833
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  10. Fail141,920 miles (+10,136)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,920 miles
    Test number
    743009209343
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  11. Pass131,784 miles (+13,226)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    131,784 miles
    Test number
    267787474468

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail118,558 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,558 miles
    Test number
    289363483428
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass118,558 miles (+13,462)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    118,558 miles
    Test number
    609143483163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass105,096 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    105,096 miles
    Test number
    878353072117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail105,091 miles (+6,291)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,091 miles
    Test number
    385541472164
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  16. Pass98,800 miles1 advisory8 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    98,800 miles
    Test number
    778746181117
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine cooling fan inoperative
    • NoteFront brake discs 'lipped'
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn on edge
    • NoteOil leak from engine sump
    • NoteSome wear/corrosion to rear brake discs
    • NoteSpare tyre flat
    • NoteSurface cracks to offside rear tyre tread
    • NoteWipers slow in operation but still clears screen

  17. Fail98,800 miles (+5,205)2 failures1 advisory7 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,800 miles
    Test number
    617945181101
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront brake discs 'lipped'
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn on edge
    • NoteOil leak from engine sump
    • NoteSome wear/corrosion to rear brake discs
    • NoteSpare tyre flat
    • NoteSurface cracks to offside rear tyre tread
    • NoteWipers slow in operation but still clears screen

  18. Pass93,595 miles (+7,655)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    93,595 miles
    Test number
    892256980133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass85,940 miles (+8,209)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    85,940 miles
    Test number
    864375479113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass77,731 miles (+5,194)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    77,731 miles
    Test number
    941685858161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass72,537 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    72,537 miles
    Test number
    640080897163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail72,533 miles (+15,010)1 failure2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,533 miles
    Test number
    381298987151
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteRear brake discs and pads are becoming heavily worn
    • NoteRear number plate is delaminating

  23. Pass57,523 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    57,523 miles
    Test number
    204317186462

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K44 DCH

Does K44 DCH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on K44 DCH expired on 21 Jul 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on K44 DCH?
The MOT on K44 DCH expired on 21 Jul 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has K44 DCH done?
K44 DCH was recorded at 157,908 miles at its MOT on 22 Jul 2022, an average of 6,257 miles a year.
Has K44 DCH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K44 DCH has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Oct 2017.
Has the mileage on K44 DCH ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 5 Oct 2017. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on K44 DCH find?
K44 DCH passed its latest MOT on 22 Jul 2022 with 2 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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