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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Petrol · 2000 · 1,600 cc

V628 RJOMOT history

V628 RJO is a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 31 Dec 2000. Its MOT is valid until 21 Feb 2027 and it has passed 21 of 36 MOT tests, with 83,979 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Feb 2026.

V628 RJO blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Golf, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 21 Feb 2027
Mileage
83,979 mi
At MOT on 18 Feb 2026
MOT tests
36
21 passed · 15 failed
Per year
1,229 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V628 RJO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,600 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
31 Dec 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V628 RJO was last recorded at 83,979 miles on 18 Feb 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
83,978 miles · 14 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
1,229 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 83,979 miles
  • 2025 – 82,944 miles
  • 2024 – 81,725 miles
  • 2023 – 80,444 miles
  • 2022 – 79,454 miles
  • 2021 – 78,199 miles
  • 2020 – 77,752 miles
  • 2019 – 76,730 miles
  • 2018 – 75,686 miles
  • 2017 – 75,160 miles
  • 2016 – 74,174 miles
  • 2015 – 72,884 miles
  • 2014 – 71,406 miles
  • 2013 – 70,455 miles
  • 2012 – 69,653 miles
  • 2011 – 67,359 miles
  • 2010 – 65,759 miles
  • 2009 – 64,505 miles
  • 2008 – 63,346 miles
  • 2007 – 61,963 miles
  • 2006 – 59,524 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass83,979 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.

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both front

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2018

  • Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2015

Full MOT history

36 tests since 25 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass83,979 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    83,979 miles
    Test number
    770560170597

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail83,978 miles (+1,034)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,978 miles
    Test number
    312038158557
    • DangerousNearside Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system front to rear (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested brake pipe leaking (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorSuspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Both front outer sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass82,944 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    82,944 miles
    Test number
    479118187419
    • AdvisoryExhaust heatshield insecure
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear into rear flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both front (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail82,942 miles (+1,217)1 dangerous6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,942 miles
    Test number
    578574348258
    • DangerousNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn back bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust heatshield insecure
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear into rear flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both front (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass81,725 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    81,725 miles
    Test number
    248942707153
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Back bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail81,721 miles (+1,277)2 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,721 miles
    Test number
    968029615998
    • DangerousOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Back bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass80,444 miles (+990)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    80,444 miles
    Test number
    251466887786
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  8. Pass79,454 miles (+1,255)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    79,454 miles
    Test number
    441469193528
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass78,199 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    78,199 miles
    Test number
    101051585594
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Fail78,198 miles (+446)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,198 miles
    Test number
    137862550993
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass77,752 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    77,752 miles
    Test number
    919173505084
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both front (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  12. Fail77,751 miles (+1,021)1 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,751 miles
    Test number
    886273178570
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust system insecure centre mounting (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorService brake excessively binding Both rear (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both front (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  13. Pass76,730 miles (+1,044)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    76,730 miles
    Test number
    518095688501

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass75,686 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    75,686 miles
    Test number
    822655032917

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail75,685 miles (+66)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,685 miles
    Test number
    378792219752
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded both rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  16. Fail75,619 miles (+459)4 failures21 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,619 miles
    Test number
    457691014755
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust bracket broken
    • AdvisoryFront number plate cracked
    • AdvisoryFront tyres cracking
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering arm slightly corroded but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end slightly corroded but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering arm slightly corroded but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end slightly corroded but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  17. Pass75,160 miles (+986)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    75,160 miles
    Test number
    486804316358
    • AdvisoryOffside Front inner wing cover missing
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded both sides (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass74,174 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    74,174 miles
    Test number
    783975247633
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension component has slight play
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension top as play
    • AdvisoryOffside Front window not working
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs corroded
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting broken

  19. Fail74,173 miles (+1,289)1 failure7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,173 miles
    Test number
    368781301272
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension component has slight play
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension top as play
    • AdvisoryOffside Front window not working
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs corroded
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting broken

  20. Pass72,884 miles (+1,478)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    72,884 miles
    Test number
    399671435003
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteExhaust centre hanging bracket broken.

  21. Pass71,406 miles3 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    71,406 miles
    Test number
    276058924010
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • NoteAux belt cracked and deteriorated
    • NoteExhaust centre silencer brackett broken but exhaust system is still supported
    • NoteOffside front wheel arch trim missing Nearside front wheel arch trim damaged
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  22. Fail71,406 miles (+951)4 failures3 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,406 miles
    Test number
    637175324099
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureNearside Inner Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailurePower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • NoteAux belt cracked and deteriorated
    • NoteExhaust centre silencer brackett broken but exhaust system is still supported
    • NoteOffside front wheel arch trim missing Nearside front wheel arch trim damaged
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  23. Pass70,455 miles (+6)6 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    70,455 miles
    Test number
    208849813027
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteCentre and rear exhaust corroded
    • NoteCentre exhaust bracket seperated
    • NoteO/s/r tyre worn on inner egde and perishing
    • NoteService indicator on

  24. Fail70,449 miles (+796)3 failures6 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,449 miles
    Test number
    376762513066
    • FailureOffside Rear Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteCentre and rear exhaust corroded
    • NoteCentre exhaust bracket seperated
    • NoteO/s/r tyre worn on inner egde and perishing
    • NoteService indicator on

  25. Pass69,653 miles4 advisories8 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    69,653 miles
    Test number
    427611422087
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteAirbag light on
    • NoteBattery insecure
    • NoteBoth rear tyres cracking on sidewalls
    • NoteCentre exhaust bracket broken
    • NoteFront number plate cracked
    • NoteRadiator leaking
    • NoteRear discs corroded
    • NoteSlight play in o/s/f wheel bearing

  26. Fail69,653 miles (+2,294)6 failures4 advisories8 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,653 miles
    Test number
    955591122098
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteAirbag light on
    • NoteBattery insecure
    • NoteBoth rear tyres cracking on sidewalls
    • NoteCentre exhaust bracket broken
    • NoteFront number plate cracked
    • NoteRadiator leaking
    • NoteRear discs corroded
    • NoteSlight play in o/s/f wheel bearing

  27. Pass67,359 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    67,359 miles
    Test number
    386895011032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail67,359 miles (+1,600)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,359 miles
    Test number
    876785811030
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  29. Fail65,759 miles4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,759 miles
    Test number
    101930430450
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

  30. Pass65,759 miles (+1,254)
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    65,759 miles
    Test number
    202420630043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass64,505 miles (+1,159)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    64,505 miles
    Test number
    120268939059
    • NoteAir bag light on

  32. Pass63,346 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    63,346 miles
    Test number
    164313438030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail63,346 miles (+1,383)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,346 miles
    Test number
    333813938021
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  34. Fail61,963 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,963 miles
    Test number
    220479417064
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

  35. Pass61,963 miles (+2,439)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    61,963 miles
    Test number
    311139917090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  36. Pass59,524 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    59,524 miles
    Test number
    182094186438

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V628 RJO

Does V628 RJO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V628 RJO is valid until 21 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on V628 RJO?
The MOT on V628 RJO is valid until 21 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V628 RJO done?
V628 RJO was recorded at 83,979 miles at its MOT on 18 Feb 2026, an average of 1,229 miles a year.
Has V628 RJO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V628 RJO has failed 15 of its 36 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on V628 RJO 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 V628 RJO find?
V628 RJO passed its latest MOT on 18 Feb 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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