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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 2002 · 2,792 cc

V28 BAGMOT history

V28 BAG is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 30 Jul 2002. Its MOT expired on 1 Jan 2026 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 200,796 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Jan 2025.

V28 BAG black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 1 Jan 2026
Mileage
200,796 mi
At MOT on 2 Jan 2025
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,001 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V28 BAG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,792 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
30 Jul 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Jan 2026
Latest MOT test
2 Jan 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

V28 BAG was last recorded at 200,796 miles on 2 Jan 2025, 4,111 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Dec 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 9 May 2015: 149,532 miles, lower than 149,819 miles on 1 May 2015.

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
196,685 miles · 5 Dec 2023
Between the last two tests
4,111 miles
Average per year
6,001 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 200,796 miles
  • 2023 – 196,685 miles
  • 2022 – 193,988 miles
  • 2021 – 186,424 miles
  • 2020 – 181,723 miles
  • 2019 – 179,186 miles
  • 2018 – 177,080 miles
  • 2017 – 165,688 miles
  • 2016 – 159,606 miles
  • 2015 – 149,532 miles
  • 2014 – 144,796 miles
  • 2013 – 142,239 miles
  • 2012 – 132,617 miles
  • 2011 – 130,786 miles
  • 2010 – 125,092 miles
  • 2009 – 119,287 miles
  • 2008 – 115,601 miles
  • 2007 – 110,928 miles
  • 2006 – 90,621 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass200,796 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.

  • Nearside Headlamp aim too low

    Failure4 MOTs, 2009–2015

  • Coolant leak

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2020

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2015

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2015

  • Exhaust noisy

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Exhaust noisy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2020

Full MOT history

26 tests since 24 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass200,796 miles (+4,111)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    200,796 miles
    Test number
    825831933756

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass196,685 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    196,685 miles
    Test number
    795752272134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail196,685 miles (+2,697)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    196,685 miles
    Test number
    733969852053
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  4. Pass193,988 miles (+7,564)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    193,988 miles
    Test number
    248072162325
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rear face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  5. Pass186,424 miles (+4,701)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    186,424 miles
    Test number
    329270459298
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing slight play
  6. Pass181,723 miles (+2,537)4 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    181,723 miles
    Test number
    681088159842
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front chassis rail has been repaired
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBoth sills damaged
  7. Pass179,186 miles (+2,106)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    179,186 miles
    Test number
    331280709218
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front flexy to brake caliper (1.1.11 (c))
  8. Pass177,080 miles (+11,392)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    177,080 miles
    Test number
    660238481590
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch all wheels (5.2.3 (f))
  9. Pass165,688 miles (+6,082)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    165,688 miles
    Test number
    818330994571
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  10. Pass159,606 miles (+10,074)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    159,606 miles
    Test number
    299898043152
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
  11. Pass149,532 miles (-287)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2016
    Odometer
    149,532 miles
    Test number
    975639325182
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • NoteOffside and naerside brake lights slightly dim
    • NoteSuspension has been lowered
  12. Fail149,819 miles (+5,023)15 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,819 miles
    Test number
    625601525167
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureDirection indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)
    • FailureExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (7.1.3)
    • 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 hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Inner Rear Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.4.G.4e)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureRear Direction indicators have a product on the light sources so they are not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • FailureRear fog lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2f)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureStop lamp has a product on the lens so it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)
  13. Pass144,796 miles (+2,557)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2015
    Odometer
    144,796 miles
    Test number
    155562814160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass142,239 miles (+9,622)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2014
    Odometer
    142,239 miles
    Test number
    295453123493
    • NoteNoisey exhaust
  15. Pass132,617 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    132,617 miles
    Test number
    499442912114
    • AdvisoryCentre Upper Stop lamp has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output (1.2.1d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.4)
    • NoteAftermarket rear lights and suspension
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteWipers deteriorated
  16. Fail132,617 miles (+1,831)1 failure2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,617 miles
    Test number
    817382412190
    • FailureDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryCentre Upper Stop lamp has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output (1.2.1d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.4)
    • NoteAftermarket rear lights and suspension
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteWipers deteriorated
  17. Pass130,786 miles (+16)2 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    130,786 miles
    Test number
    958693911131
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.4)
    • NoteBoth front tyres have deep cuts in sidewall
    • NoteBoth trackrod ends have slight play
    • NoteN/s/r brake slightly binding
    • NoteParking brake has little reserve travel
    • NoteSome test items hidden by covers
  18. Fail130,770 miles (+5,678)4 failures2 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,770 miles
    Test number
    258166501473
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.4)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre
    • NoteBoth front tyres have deep cuts in sidewall
    • NoteBoth trackrod ends have slight play
    • NoteN/s/r brake slightly binding
    • NoteParking brake has little reserve travel
    • NoteSome test items hidden by covers
  19. Pass125,092 miles1 dangerous5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    125,092 miles
    Test number
    173644580095
    • DangerousO/f/f and n/s/r tyre sidewalls badly cracked, not showing cord
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNumber plates have passed but still maybe illegal
    • NoteRear washer pipe disconected
  20. Fail125,092 miles (+5,805)1 dangerous5 failures5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,092 miles
    Test number
    281864980059
    • DangerousO/f/f and n/s/r tyre sidewalls badly cracked, not showing cord
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureCentre Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNumber plates have passed but still maybe illegal
    • NoteRear washer pipe disconected
  21. Pass119,287 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    119,287 miles
    Test number
    402240999047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail119,281 miles (+3,680)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,281 miles
    Test number
    182489389493
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
  23. Pass115,601 miles (+4,673)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    115,601 miles
    Test number
    523287068076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass110,928 miles (+20,307)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    110,928 miles
    Test number
    391790207365
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  25. Pass90,621 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    90,621 miles
    Test number
    361046936226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail90,621 miles1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,621 miles
    Test number
    620936536284
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about V28 BAG

Does V28 BAG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V28 BAG expired on 1 Jan 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V28 BAG?
The MOT on V28 BAG expired on 1 Jan 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V28 BAG done?
V28 BAG was recorded at 200,796 miles at its MOT on 2 Jan 2025, an average of 6,001 miles a year.
Has V28 BAG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V28 BAG has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on V28 BAG ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 9 May 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on V28 BAG find?
V28 BAG passed its latest MOT on 2 Jan 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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