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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 2000 · 1,600 cc

V59 EUJMOT history

V59 EUJ is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 14 Jan 2000. Its MOT expired on 20 Jan 2023 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 128,737 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Feb 2023.

V59 EUJ black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 20 Jan 2023
Mileage
128,737 mi
At MOT on 3 Feb 2023
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,360 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V59 EUJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,600 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
14 Jan 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Jan 2023
Latest MOT test
3 Feb 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

V59 EUJ was last recorded at 128,737 miles on 3 Feb 2023, 2,077 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Jan 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
126,660 miles · 21 Jan 2022
Between the last two tests
2,077 miles
Average per year
4,360 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 128,737 miles
  • 2022 – 126,660 miles
  • 2021 – 123,023 miles
  • 2019 – 121,933 miles
  • 2018 – 117,200 miles
  • 2017 – 113,905 miles
  • 2016 – 104,366 miles
  • 2015 – 99,673 miles
  • 2014 – 95,229 miles
  • 2013 – 90,466 miles
  • 2012 – 85,128 miles
  • 2011 – 79,712 miles
  • 2010 – 74,344 miles
  • 2009 – 69,102 miles
  • 2008 – 64,372 miles
  • 2007 – 60,241 miles
  • 2006 – 54,328 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail128,737 miles
  • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

What MOT failures 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 Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2019

  • Central Front Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both side

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both side

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

24 tests since 9 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail128,737 miles (+2,077)1 dangerous7 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,737 miles
    Test number
    693473668080
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass126,660 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    126,660 miles
    Test number
    191759823586
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both side (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both side (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail126,660 miles (+3,637)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,660 miles
    Test number
    575521803475
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both side (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both side (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass123,023 miles (+16)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    123,023 miles
    Test number
    428881821958
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail123,007 miles (+1,074)1 dangerous1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,007 miles
    Test number
    423853328136
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick metal to metal (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass121,933 miles (+4,733)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    121,933 miles
    Test number
    327556251965
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass117,200 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    117,200 miles
    Test number
    224560558533
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Fail117,200 miles (+3,295)1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,200 miles
    Test number
    933728979982
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass113,905 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    113,905 miles
    Test number
    424006220244
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  10. Fail113,905 miles (+4,525)8 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,905 miles
    Test number
    135184706759
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded floor and inner sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded floor (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  11. Pass109,380 miles (+5,014)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    109,380 miles
    Test number
    930236186811

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass104,366 miles (+4,693)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    104,366 miles
    Test number
    146873934924

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass99,673 miles (+4,444)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    99,673 miles
    Test number
    185763905499
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Pass95,229 miles (+34)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    95,229 miles
    Test number
    507279104065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail95,195 miles (+4,729)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,195 miles
    Test number
    708224504026
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass90,466 miles (+5,338)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    90,466 miles
    Test number
    117525403062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass85,128 miles (+5,416)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    85,128 miles
    Test number
    187496902460

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass79,712 miles (+5,368)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    79,712 miles
    Test number
    389518301073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass74,344 miles (+5,242)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    74,344 miles
    Test number
    123289600432
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

  20. Pass69,102 miles (+4,730)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    69,102 miles
    Test number
    241510419005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass64,372 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    64,372 miles
    Test number
    210917608071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail64,372 miles (+4,131)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,372 miles
    Test number
    472157608013
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

  23. Pass60,241 miles (+5,913)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    60,241 miles
    Test number
    851088207050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass54,328 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    54,328 miles
    Test number
    630509806036
    • 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)

Questions about V59 EUJ

Does V59 EUJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V59 EUJ expired on 20 Jan 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V59 EUJ?
The MOT on V59 EUJ expired on 20 Jan 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V59 EUJ done?
V59 EUJ was recorded at 128,737 miles at its MOT on 3 Feb 2023, an average of 4,360 miles a year.
Has V59 EUJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V59 EUJ has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on V59 EUJ 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 V59 EUJ find?
V59 EUJ failed its latest MOT on 3 Feb 2023 with 1 dangerous defect, 7 major defects and 5 advisories: nearside rear tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits; exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits, and 10 more.

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