Volkswagen logo

Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 2000 · 1,595 cc

W18 MJCMOT history

W18 MJC is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 10 Mar 2000. Its MOT expired on 11 Nov 2023 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 96,898 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Nov 2022.

W18 MJC black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Golf, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 11 Nov 2023
Mileage
96,898 mi
At MOT on 11 Nov 2022
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,646 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for W18 MJC in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
W18 MJC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
10 Mar 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Nov 2023
Latest MOT test
11 Nov 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

W18 MJC was last recorded at 96,898 miles on 11 Nov 2022, 2,696 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Nov 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 11 May 2019: 87,522 miles, lower than 103,430 miles on 12 May 2018.

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
94,202 miles · 6 Nov 2021
Between the last two tests
2,696 miles
Average per year
4,646 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 96,898 miles
  • 2021 – 94,202 miles
  • 2020 – 91,575 miles
  • 2019 – 87,522 miles
  • 2018 – 103,430 miles
  • 2017 – 100,877 miles
  • 2016 – 94,731 miles
  • 2015 – 94,230 miles
  • 2014 – 86,682 miles
  • 2013 – 74,759 miles
  • 2012 – 63,540 miles
  • 2011 – 45,843 miles
  • 2010 – 33,828 miles
  • 2009 – 32,190 miles
  • 2008 – 28,843 miles
  • 2007 – 24,618 miles
  • 2006 – 20,471 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass96,898 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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.

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2020

  • Exhaust system support rubbers cracking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Possible noise from nearside rear wheel bearing when wheel rotated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

25 tests since 31 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass96,898 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    96,898 miles
    Test number
    615865345962

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail96,898 miles (+2,696)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,898 miles
    Test number
    204852050068
    • Repaired at testExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  3. Pass94,202 miles (+2,627)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    94,202 miles
    Test number
    964053482027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass91,575 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    91,575 miles
    Test number
    291774250229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail91,575 miles (+7)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,575 miles
    Test number
    395637942882
    • 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))
  6. Fail91,568 miles (+4,046)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,568 miles
    Test number
    218052063007
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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))
  7. Pass87,522 miles (-15,908)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    87,522 miles
    Test number
    386450490799
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight play n/s steering rack tie rod
  8. Pass103,430 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2019
    Odometer
    103,430 miles
    Test number
    999329147513
    • AdvisoryExhaust system support rubbers cracking
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
  9. Fail103,430 miles (+2,553)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,430 miles
    Test number
    163976220086
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust system support rubbers cracking
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
  10. Pass100,877 miles (+6,146)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2018
    Odometer
    100,877 miles
    Test number
    278649202789
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  11. Pass94,731 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2017
    Odometer
    94,731 miles
    Test number
    738697527871
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryPossible noise from nearside rear wheel bearing when wheel rotated
  12. Fail94,726 miles (+496)1 dangerous4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,726 miles
    Test number
    381501725336
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryPossible noise from nearside rear wheel bearing when wheel rotated
  13. Pass94,230 miles (+7,548)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2016
    Odometer
    94,230 miles
    Test number
    419008405140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass86,682 miles (+11,923)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2015
    Odometer
    86,682 miles
    Test number
    226428024448
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
  15. Fail74,759 miles3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,759 miles
    Test number
    317363733198
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  16. Pass74,759 miles (+11,219)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2014
    Odometer
    74,759 miles
    Test number
    696473533185
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  17. Pass63,540 miles (+17,697)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2013
    Odometer
    63,540 miles
    Test number
    725602422165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass45,843 miles (+25)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2012
    Odometer
    45,843 miles
    Test number
    775055921115
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  19. Pass45,818 miles (+11,990)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    45,818 miles
    Test number
    339534631083
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
  20. Pass33,828 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    33,828 miles
    Test number
    164170530030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail33,827 miles (+1,637)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,827 miles
    Test number
    164577120445
    • 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)
  22. Pass32,190 miles (+3,347)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2010
    Odometer
    32,190 miles
    Test number
    334650849134
    • 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)
    • NoteO/s/f head lamp has a stone chip
  23. Pass28,843 miles (+4,225)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2009
    Odometer
    28,843 miles
    Test number
    253959048193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass24,618 miles (+4,147)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2008
    Odometer
    24,618 miles
    Test number
    600543447119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass20,471 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2007
    Odometer
    20,471 miles
    Test number
    354451056186
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Questions about W18 MJC

Does W18 MJC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on W18 MJC expired on 11 Nov 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on W18 MJC?
The MOT on W18 MJC expired on 11 Nov 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has W18 MJC done?
W18 MJC was recorded at 96,898 miles at its MOT on 11 Nov 2022, an average of 4,646 miles a year.
Has W18 MJC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. W18 MJC has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on W18 MJC ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 11 May 2019. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on W18 MJC find?
W18 MJC passed its latest MOT on 11 Nov 2022 with no defects or advisories recorded.

Browse all W18M registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.