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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Petrol · 2000 · 1,800 cc

V686 SJOMOT history

V686 SJO is a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 7 Feb 2000. Its MOT is valid until 27 Jan 2027 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 180,888 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Jan 2026.

V686 SJO blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 27 Jan 2027
Mileage
180,888 mi
At MOT on 28 Jan 2026
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
7,207 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V686 SJO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,800 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
7 Feb 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V686 SJO was last recorded at 180,888 miles on 28 Jan 2026, 1,377 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Dec 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
179,511 miles · 20 Dec 2023
Between the last two tests
1,377 miles
Average per year
7,207 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 180,888 miles
  • 2023 – 179,511 miles
  • 2022 – 175,500 miles
  • 2021 – 172,325 miles
  • 2020 – 164,723 miles
  • 2019 – 154,384 miles
  • 2018 – 142,168 miles
  • 2017 – 131,493 miles
  • 2016 – 126,314 miles
  • 2015 – 114,937 miles
  • 2014 – 103,835 miles
  • 2013 – 94,319 miles
  • 2012 – 89,614 miles
  • 2011 – 83,725 miles
  • 2010 – 76,108 miles
  • 2009 – 70,301 miles
  • 2008 – 55,308 miles
  • 2007 – 48,363 miles
  • 2006 – 41,489 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass180,888 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryParking brake just made requirements of 16%Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021

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.

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major4 MOTs, 2021–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2016

  • Nearside Front Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material by flexi

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass180,888 miles1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    180,888 miles
    Test number
    671569123352
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryParking brake just made requirements of 16%

  2. Fail180,888 miles (+1,377)1 repaired1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,888 miles
    Test number
    712546932063
    • Repaired at testNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryParking brake just made requirements of 16%

  3. Pass179,511 miles (+10)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    179,511 miles
    Test number
    166090271011
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material by flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  4. Fail179,501 miles (+4,001)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,501 miles
    Test number
    174293658144
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material by flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  5. Pass175,500 miles (+30)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    175,500 miles
    Test number
    983795080876
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material brake pipe to nsr hose corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill damaged (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail175,470 miles (+3,145)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,470 miles
    Test number
    525541646105
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material brake pipe to nsr hose corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill damaged (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass172,325 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    172,325 miles
    Test number
    741946096709
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill/floor (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill/floor (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive also damaged (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged receiver casing (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside front driveshaft signs of contact with anti-roll bar link
    • AdvisoryParking brake just made requirements of 16%

  8. Fail172,325 miles (+23)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,325 miles
    Test number
    610201445546
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill/floor (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill/floor (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive also damaged (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged receiver casing (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside front driveshaft signs of contact with anti-roll bar link
    • AdvisoryParking brake just made requirements of 16%

  9. Fail172,302 miles (+8)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,302 miles
    Test number
    279413174059
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt buckle missing (7.1.2 (d))

  10. Fail172,294 miles (+29)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,294 miles
    Test number
    562667211415
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt buckle missing (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  11. Fail172,265 miles (+7,542)4 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,265 miles
    Test number
    681255306222
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust catalytic converter obviously modified (8.2.1.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryDriver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass164,723 miles (+10,339)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    164,723 miles
    Test number
    156140553169
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front driveshaft rubbing on antirollbar

  13. Pass154,384 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    154,384 miles
    Test number
    404332835574
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to hose (1.1.11 (c))

  14. Fail154,383 miles (+12,215)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,383 miles
    Test number
    478429776877
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt missing (7.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to hose (1.1.11 (c))

  15. Pass142,168 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    142,168 miles
    Test number
    350060725095
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear to hose (1.1.11 (c))

  16. Fail142,165 miles (+10,672)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,165 miles
    Test number
    837978128119
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear to hose (1.1.11 (c))

  17. Pass131,493 miles (+5,179)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    131,493 miles
    Test number
    805847348179
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass126,314 miles (+11,377)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    126,314 miles
    Test number
    643010555818
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear bump stop perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear bump stop perished

  19. Pass114,937 miles (+11,102)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    114,937 miles
    Test number
    691540351286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass103,835 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    103,835 miles
    Test number
    509185134246
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • NoteBoth front brake pipe outer covers swollen.
    • NoteBoth rear brake pipe outer covers swollen.

  21. Fail103,835 miles (+9,516)2 failures1 repaired7 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,835 miles
    Test number
    387014934254
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • NoteBoth front brake pipe outer covers swollen.
    • NoteBoth rear brake pipe outer covers swollen.

  22. Pass94,319 miles (+4,705)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    94,319 miles
    Test number
    538203443280
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  23. Pass89,614 miles (+5,889)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    89,614 miles
    Test number
    825368532275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass83,725 miles (+7,617)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    83,725 miles
    Test number
    759247861263
    • 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. Pass76,108 miles (+5,807)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    76,108 miles
    Test number
    563592570268
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  26. Pass70,301 miles (+14,993)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    70,301 miles
    Test number
    481671179253
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • NoteFree play in steering rack

  27. Pass55,308 miles (+6,945)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    55,308 miles
    Test number
    390338608446

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass48,363 miles (+6,874)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    48,363 miles
    Test number
    394057557205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass41,489 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    41,489 miles
    Test number
    343508266269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V686 SJO

Does V686 SJO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V686 SJO is valid until 27 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on V686 SJO?
The MOT on V686 SJO is valid until 27 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V686 SJO done?
V686 SJO was recorded at 180,888 miles at its MOT on 28 Jan 2026, an average of 7,207 miles a year.
Has V686 SJO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V686 SJO has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on V686 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 V686 SJO find?
V686 SJO passed its latest MOT on 28 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect and 8 advisories: offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside front seat belt buckle slightly damaged; nearside integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill, and 6 more.

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