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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Petrol · 2000 · 1,600 cc

W228 GSOMOT history

W228 GSO is a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 27 Mar 2000. Its MOT expired on 14 Sept 2024 and it has passed 14 of 24 MOT tests, with 104,390 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Sept 2023.

W228 GSO blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 14 Sept 2024
Mileage
104,390 mi
At MOT on 15 Sept 2023
MOT tests
24
14 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,399 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
W228 GSO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,600 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
27 Mar 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Sept 2024
Latest MOT test
15 Sept 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

W228 GSO was last recorded at 104,390 miles on 15 Sept 2023, 1,661 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Feb 2018.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
102,729 miles · 19 Feb 2018
Between the last two tests
1,661 miles
Average per year
4,399 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 104,390 miles
  • 2018 – 102,729 miles
  • 2016 – 97,423 miles
  • 2015 – 91,872 miles
  • 2014 – 87,785 miles
  • 2013 – 84,702 miles
  • 2012 – 77,647 miles
  • 2011 – 66,774 miles
  • 2010 – 54,544 miles
  • 2009 – 45,629 miles
  • 2008 – 38,571 miles
  • 2007 – 31,839 miles
  • 2006 – 27,077 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass104,390 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryUnder side and suspension components coated with underseal

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 (3.7.B.7)

    Dangerous4 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2018

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

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2018

Full MOT history

24 tests since 17 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass104,390 miles (+1,661)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    104,390 miles
    Test number
    420759584745
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryUnder side and suspension components coated with underseal

  2. Pass102,729 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    102,729 miles
    Test number
    179949904918

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail102,720 miles (+5,297)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,720 miles
    Test number
    840318141062
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • 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)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator not working wing (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  4. Pass97,423 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    97,423 miles
    Test number
    321185826679

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail97,423 miles (+5,551)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,423 miles
    Test number
    797212849333
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to wheel (3.6.B.2c)

  6. Pass91,872 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    91,872 miles
    Test number
    507784949913

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail91,872 miles (+4,087)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,872 miles
    Test number
    640342961762
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureTrack rod end cracked and unserviceable front offside (2.2.C.1d)

  8. Pass87,785 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    87,785 miles
    Test number
    425067434377

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail87,785 miles (+3,083)1 dangerous4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,785 miles
    Test number
    945636934388
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • 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)
    • FailureRear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

  10. Pass84,702 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    84,702 miles
    Test number
    635249923317
    • NoteBoth rear shockers corroding

  11. Fail84,702 miles (+7,055)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,702 miles
    Test number
    237946623303
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteBoth rear shockers corroding

  12. Pass77,647 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    77,647 miles
    Test number
    645232732334
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Fail77,647 miles (+10,873)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,647 miles
    Test number
    129782932357
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass66,774 miles (+5,153)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    66,774 miles
    Test number
    517487921318

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass61,621 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    61,621 miles
    Test number
    627174861044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail61,618 miles (+7,074)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,618 miles
    Test number
    489143261080
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass54,544 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    54,544 miles
    Test number
    282613360010
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  18. Fail54,544 miles (+8,915)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,544 miles
    Test number
    660433160063
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  19. Pass45,629 miles (+7,058)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    45,629 miles
    Test number
    690113969073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail38,571 miles3 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,571 miles
    Test number
    244704068067
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass38,571 miles (+6,732)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    38,571 miles
    Test number
    951514168091
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass31,839 miles (+4,762)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    31,839 miles
    Test number
    542793057000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass27,077 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    27,077 miles
    Test number
    134958846424

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail27,077 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,077 miles
    Test number
    494668146073
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Service brake indicates brake bind (3.7.D.2a)
    • FailureTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about W228 GSO

Does W228 GSO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on W228 GSO expired on 14 Sept 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on W228 GSO?
The MOT on W228 GSO expired on 14 Sept 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has W228 GSO done?
W228 GSO was recorded at 104,390 miles at its MOT on 15 Sept 2023, an average of 4,399 miles a year.
Has W228 GSO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. W228 GSO has failed 10 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Feb 2018.
Has the mileage on W228 GSO 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 W228 GSO find?
W228 GSO passed its latest MOT on 15 Sept 2023 with 2 advisories: central exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; under side and suspension components coated with underseal.

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