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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,400 cc

V723 DHGMOT history

V723 DHG is a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 17 Nov 1999. Its MOT expired on 19 May 2024 and it has passed 18 of 32 MOT tests, with 99,700 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 May 2023.

V723 DHG blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 19 May 2024
Mileage
99,700 mi
At MOT on 6 May 2023
MOT tests
32
18 passed · 14 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
V723 DHG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,400 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
17 Nov 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 May 2024
Latest MOT test
6 May 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

V723 DHG was last recorded at 99,700 miles on 6 May 2023, 19 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 May 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 21 Nov 2006: 42,541 miles, lower than 365,645 miles on 22 Nov 2005.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
99,681 miles · 2 May 2023
Between the last two tests
19 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 99,700 miles
  • 2022 – 97,742 miles
  • 2021 – 95,514 miles
  • 2020 – 93,467 miles
  • 2019 – 91,037 miles
  • 2018 – 88,737 miles
  • 2017 – 86,254 miles
  • 2016 – 83,798 miles
  • 2015 – 81,253 miles
  • 2013 – 76,067 miles
  • 2012 – 71,448 miles
  • 2011 – 66,862 miles
  • 2010 – 63,734 miles
  • 2009 – 58,690 miles
  • 2008 – 53,250 miles
  • 2007 – 48,428 miles
  • 2006 – 42,541 miles
  • 2005 – 365,645 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass99,700 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive brake servo corroded (1.1.21 (e) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFuel tank straps corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major4 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure4 MOTs, 2010–2018

  • Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2010–2018

  • Rear Fuel Tank Support Straps Corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

32 tests since 22 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass99,700 miles (+19)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2024
    Odometer
    99,700 miles
    Test number
    750029941481
    • AdvisoryBrake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive brake servo corroded (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank straps corroded

  2. Fail99,681 miles (+1,939)1 dangerous4 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,681 miles
    Test number
    494885590330
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak leak at cat and centre box (8.2.2.1 (b))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive brake servo corroded (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank straps corroded

  3. Pass97,742 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2023
    Odometer
    97,742 miles
    Test number
    281003755526
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel Tank Support Straps Corroded

  4. Fail97,742 miles (+2,228)8 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,742 miles
    Test number
    891402296513
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Several Places (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam Aim Not Tested (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam Aim Not Tested (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel Tank Support Straps Corroded

  5. Pass95,514 miles (+6)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2022
    Odometer
    95,514 miles
    Test number
    656065586872
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tread Perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Fail95,508 miles (+2,041)1 dangerous9 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,508 miles
    Test number
    281417263310
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (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))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tread Perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass93,467 miles (+63)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2021
    Odometer
    93,467 miles
    Test number
    943278673467
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  8. Fail93,404 miles (+2,367)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,404 miles
    Test number
    132066784087
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush split/perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush split/perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  9. Pass91,037 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2020
    Odometer
    91,037 miles
    Test number
    979706351805
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake Slight Restricted Movement
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rubber Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake Slight Restricted Movement
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rubber Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake Slight Restricted Movement

  10. Fail91,037 miles (+2,300)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,037 miles
    Test number
    403945044580
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake Slight Restricted Movement
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rubber Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake Slight Restricted Movement
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rubber Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake Slight Restricted Movement

  11. Pass88,737 miles (+101)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2019
    Odometer
    88,737 miles
    Test number
    554915356182
    • AdvisoryFront /Rear Brakes Slight Restricted Movement
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension Soft
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  12. Fail88,636 miles (+2,382)5 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,636 miles
    Test number
    384484740903
    • 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)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront /Rear Brakes Slight Restricted Movement
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass86,254 miles (+18)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2018
    Odometer
    86,254 miles
    Test number
    941448447474
    • AdvisoryFront number plate cracked

  14. Fail86,236 miles (+2,438)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,236 miles
    Test number
    126043469485
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront number plate cracked
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass83,798 miles (+37)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2017
    Odometer
    83,798 miles
    Test number
    585744231748
    • AdvisoryOSF tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryService light on

  16. Fail83,761 miles (+2,508)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,761 miles
    Test number
    419909101703
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Braking system leaking calipur leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOSF tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryService light on

  17. Fail81,253 miles1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,253 miles
    Test number
    635340645147
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteFront number plate cracked
    • NoteRear wiper split

  18. Pass81,253 miles (+5,186)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2016
    Odometer
    81,253 miles
    Test number
    718360945177
    • NoteFront number plate cracked
    • NoteRear wiper split

  19. Pass76,067 miles (+4,619)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    76,067 miles
    Test number
    366846323326
    • NoteFront number plate cracked

  20. Pass71,448 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    71,448 miles
    Test number
    147149422343

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail71,441 miles (+4,579)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,441 miles
    Test number
    737748322317
    • FailureWindscreen has a combination of minor damage areas which restrict the drivers view (8.3.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  22. Pass66,862 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    66,862 miles
    Test number
    429157321440

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail66,858 miles (+3,124)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,858 miles
    Test number
    817936521307
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass63,734 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    63,734 miles
    Test number
    354178320333

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail63,721 miles (+5,031)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,721 miles
    Test number
    831807120387
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  26. Pass58,690 miles (+5,440)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    58,690 miles
    Test number
    262724429307
    • NoteO/s/r tyre slight cracking

  27. Pass53,250 miles (+4,822)
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    53,250 miles
    Test number
    363807718335

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail48,428 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,428 miles
    Test number
    690445427377
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

  29. Pass48,428 miles (+5,887)
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    48,428 miles
    Test number
    831315827389

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail42,541 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,541 miles
    Test number
    500145526310
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  31. Pass42,541 miles (-323,104)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    42,541 miles
    Test number
    864065626322
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  32. Pass365,645 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    365,645 miles
    Test number
    160776425372
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Questions about V723 DHG

Does V723 DHG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V723 DHG expired on 19 May 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V723 DHG?
The MOT on V723 DHG expired on 19 May 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V723 DHG done?
V723 DHG was recorded at 99,700 miles at its MOT on 6 May 2023.
Has V723 DHG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V723 DHG has failed 14 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 2 May 2023.
Has the mileage on V723 DHG ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 21 Nov 2006. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on V723 DHG find?
V723 DHG passed its latest MOT on 6 May 2023 with 7 advisories: brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive brake servo corroded; front brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened, and 4 more.

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