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Blue · Petrol · 2000 · 1,800 cc

V712 ESLMOT history

V712 ESL is a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 10 Feb 2000. Its MOT expired on 15 Jan 2024 and it has passed 17 of 29 MOT tests, with 123,853 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jan 2023.

V712 ESL blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 15 Jan 2024
Mileage
123,853 mi
At MOT on 16 Jan 2023
MOT tests
29
17 passed · 12 failed
Per year
5,001 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V712 ESL
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
10 Feb 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Jan 2024
Latest MOT test
16 Jan 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

V712 ESL was last recorded at 123,853 miles on 16 Jan 2023, 71 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Jan 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
123,782 miles · 6 Jan 2023
Between the last two tests
71 miles
Average per year
5,001 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 123,853 miles
  • 2022 – 117,454 miles
  • 2021 – 113,287 miles
  • 2019 – 105,976 miles
  • 2018 – 99,252 miles
  • 2017 – 92,319 miles
  • 2016 – 88,372 miles
  • 2015 – 85,386 miles
  • 2014 – 80,113 miles
  • 2013 – 75,056 miles
  • 2012 – 71,236 miles
  • 2011 – 65,926 miles
  • 2010 – 60,932 miles
  • 2009 – 54,158 miles
  • 2008 – 47,847 miles
  • 2007 – 43,762 miles
  • 2006 – 39,450 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass123,853 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear axle has light corrosion

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.

  • Central Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Front windscreen stone chip damage

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged sidewall

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

29 tests since 2 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass123,853 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    123,853 miles
    Test number
    377180767639
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle has light corrosion

  2. Fail123,853 miles (+71)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,853 miles
    Test number
    246607316843
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle has light corrosion

  3. Fail123,782 miles (+6,328)6 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,782 miles
    Test number
    312096269211
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear suspension components corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside front sill lips damaged

  4. Pass117,454 miles (+27)1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    117,454 miles
    Test number
    243204145681
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront windscreen stone chip damage
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner surface heavily corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front seat back quick release inoperative
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside sill damage

  5. Fail117,427 miles (+4,140)3 major1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,427 miles
    Test number
    338374261522
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront windscreen stone chip damage
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner surface heavily corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front seat back quick release inoperative
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside sill damage

  6. Pass113,287 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    113,287 miles
    Test number
    216229652607
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front sill damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Fail113,287 miles (+7,311)1 dangerous2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,287 miles
    Test number
    221410094492
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front sill damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass105,976 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    105,976 miles
    Test number
    900006673180
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Fail105,976 miles (+6,724)1 repaired1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,976 miles
    Test number
    773089227065
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both bulbs incorrectly fitted (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass99,252 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    99,252 miles
    Test number
    217215635187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail99,251 miles (+6,932)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,251 miles
    Test number
    142193124274
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  12. Pass92,319 miles (+27)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    92,319 miles
    Test number
    711996684935
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has deep cuts but no cords exposed
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre is on 3mm
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension top mount has slight play
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded

  13. Fail92,292 miles (+3,920)6 failures1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,292 miles
    Test number
    617765422677
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure in tread (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear calliper handbrake mechanism not returning to stop
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  14. Pass88,372 miles (+2,986)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    88,372 miles
    Test number
    105624268341

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass85,386 miles (+11)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    85,386 miles
    Test number
    276483485498
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  16. Fail85,375 miles (+5,262)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,375 miles
    Test number
    599718075133
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  17. Pass80,113 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    80,113 miles
    Test number
    147874184125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail80,103 miles (+5,047)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,103 miles
    Test number
    367032184112
    • FailureNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  19. Pass75,056 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    75,056 miles
    Test number
    425250663069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail75,056 miles (+3,820)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,056 miles
    Test number
    406019353005
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  21. Pass71,236 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    71,236 miles
    Test number
    409062852000
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteAir bag lamp on
    • NoteFront numberplate cracked

  22. Fail71,236 miles (+5,310)1 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,236 miles
    Test number
    956022452052
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteAir bag lamp on
    • NoteFront numberplate cracked

  23. Pass65,926 miles (+4,994)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    65,926 miles
    Test number
    597651961096
    • NoteAir bag lamp on
    • NoteFront number plate cracked

  24. Pass60,932 miles (+6,774)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    60,932 miles
    Test number
    160806350016
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  25. Pass54,158 miles (+6,311)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    54,158 miles
    Test number
    950212869039
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteAirbag light on
    • NoteFront no. plate cracked

  26. Pass47,847 miles (+4,085)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    47,847 miles
    Test number
    993660368000
    • 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)

  27. Fail43,762 miles2 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,762 miles
    Test number
    171290467414
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryInner Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • NoteCentre exhaust mount broken

  28. Pass43,762 miles (+4,312)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    43,762 miles
    Test number
    332170767033
    • AdvisoryInner Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • NoteCentre exhaust mount broken

  29. Pass39,450 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    39,450 miles
    Test number
    104091266476

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V712 ESL

Does V712 ESL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V712 ESL expired on 15 Jan 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V712 ESL?
The MOT on V712 ESL expired on 15 Jan 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V712 ESL done?
V712 ESL was recorded at 123,853 miles at its MOT on 16 Jan 2023, an average of 5,001 miles a year.
Has V712 ESL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V712 ESL has failed 12 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on V712 ESL 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 V712 ESL find?
V712 ESL passed its latest MOT on 16 Jan 2023 with 6 advisories: nearside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner side; nearside play in steering rack inner joint(s); offside front anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 3 more.

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