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Volkswagen Golf

Red · Petrol · 2000 · 1,400 cc

V656 SJOMOT history

V656 SJO is a red petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 7 Feb 2000. Its MOT expired on 16 Oct 2026 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 101,789 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Oct 2025.

V656 SJO red Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 16 Oct 2026
Mileage
101,789 mi
At MOT on 17 Oct 2025
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,539 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V656 SJO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,400 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
7 Feb 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
17 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

V656 SJO was last recorded at 101,789 miles on 17 Oct 2025, 3,562 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
98,227 miles · 5 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
3,562 miles
Average per year
3,539 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 101,789 miles
  • 2024 – 98,227 miles
  • 2023 – 93,054 miles
  • 2022 – 88,412 miles
  • 2021 – 83,972 miles
  • 2020 – 83,879 miles
  • 2019 – 82,753 miles
  • 2018 – 76,019 miles
  • 2017 – 74,380 miles
  • 2016 – 72,924 miles
  • 2015 – 71,034 miles
  • 2014 – 68,756 miles
  • 2013 – 62,909 miles
  • 2012 – 57,387 miles
  • 2011 – 51,271 miles
  • 2010 – 48,965 miles
  • 2009 – 45,059 miles
  • 2008 – 43,256 miles
  • 2007 – 37,950 miles
  • 2006 – 32,038 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass101,789 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Rear axle corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Central Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer join

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Central Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

28 tests since 1 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass101,789 miles (+3,562)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    101,789 miles
    Test number
    710687763410
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass98,227 miles (+4)13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    98,227 miles
    Test number
    199247212106
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer join (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank mounting straps corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both sides (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded

  3. Fail98,223 miles (+5,169)2 major13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,223 miles
    Test number
    178545582524
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer join (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank mounting straps corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both sides (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded

  4. Pass93,054 miles (+4,642)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    93,054 miles
    Test number
    859784547759
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryAxle corroded

  5. Pass88,412 miles (+100)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    88,412 miles
    Test number
    623922509990
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded

  6. Fail88,312 miles (+4,340)1 dangerous3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,312 miles
    Test number
    999780080482
    • DangerousNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected floor (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass83,972 miles (+93)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    83,972 miles
    Test number
    294502191331
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded
    • AdvisorySuspension components corroded

  8. Pass83,879 miles (+1,126)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    83,879 miles
    Test number
    376752643474
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded both sides, power steering pipe corroded

  9. Pass82,753 miles (+6,734)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    82,753 miles
    Test number
    793635759332
    • AdvisoryRear axle both sides corroded, power steering pipes corroded

  10. Pass76,019 miles (+1,639)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    76,019 miles
    Test number
    679306198115
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded power steering pipes corroded

  11. Pass74,380 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    74,380 miles
    Test number
    639335365786

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail74,380 miles (+1,456)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,380 miles
    Test number
    809055120785
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working both (1.1.C.1d)

  13. Pass72,924 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    72,924 miles
    Test number
    767628579177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail72,924 miles (+1,890)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,924 miles
    Test number
    391303916339
    • 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)
    • FailureHazard warning switch faulty sticky (1.4.B.1d)

  15. Pass71,034 miles (+10)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    71,034 miles
    Test number
    329809525052
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • NoteRear axel corrosion both ends

  16. Fail71,024 miles (+2,268)1 failure1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,024 miles
    Test number
    166088425028
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • NoteRear axel corrosion both ends

  17. Pass68,756 miles4 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    68,756 miles
    Test number
    539344334046
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteAdvise middle exhaust deteriorating
    • NoteAdvise rerar brake discs corroded

  18. Fail68,756 miles (+5,847)1 repaired4 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,756 miles
    Test number
    716114634094
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteAdvise middle exhaust deteriorating
    • NoteAdvise rerar brake discs corroded

  19. Pass62,909 miles (+5,522)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    62,909 miles
    Test number
    467191033026
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Pass57,387 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    57,387 miles
    Test number
    266833432063
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  21. Fail57,387 miles (+6,116)1 failure2 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,387 miles
    Test number
    506513032090
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteAdvise offside front wiper slight smearing

  22. Pass51,271 miles (+2,306)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    51,271 miles
    Test number
    588272731090
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteAdvise nearside rear wheel slight binding
    • NoteAdvise slight corrosion rear brake discs

  23. Pass48,965 miles (+3,906)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    48,965 miles
    Test number
    770962830024
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryFront front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteAdvise front wipers slight smearing

  24. Pass45,059 miles (+1,803)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    45,059 miles
    Test number
    493886439068
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  25. Pass43,256 miles (+5,306)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    43,256 miles
    Test number
    791696038009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass37,950 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    37,950 miles
    Test number
    654093037078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail37,950 miles (+5,912)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,950 miles
    Test number
    154585827009
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  28. Pass32,038 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    32,038 miles
    Test number
    571962336080
    • NoteO/s/r tailamp cracked...

Questions about V656 SJO

Does V656 SJO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V656 SJO expired on 16 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V656 SJO?
The MOT on V656 SJO expired on 16 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V656 SJO done?
V656 SJO was recorded at 101,789 miles at its MOT on 17 Oct 2025, an average of 3,539 miles a year.
Has V656 SJO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V656 SJO has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on V656 SJO 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 V656 SJO find?
V656 SJO passed its latest MOT on 17 Oct 2025 with 4 advisories: nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside front lower suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 1 more.

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