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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Petrol · 2000 · 1,600 cc

W228 HNVMOT history

W228 HNV is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 7 Mar 2000. Its MOT expired on 30 Aug 2026 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 139,538 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Aug 2025.

W228 HNV silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 30 Aug 2026
Mileage
139,538 mi
At MOT on 14 Aug 2025
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,297 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
W228 HNV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,600 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
7 Mar 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Aug 2026
Latest MOT test
14 Aug 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

W228 HNV was last recorded at 139,538 miles on 14 Aug 2025, 4,899 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
134,639 miles · 16 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
4,899 miles
Average per year
4,297 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 139,538 miles
  • 2024 – 134,639 miles
  • 2023 – 129,853 miles
  • 2022 – 124,843 miles
  • 2021 – 119,954 miles
  • 2020 – 117,309 miles
  • 2019 – 114,844 miles
  • 2018 – 110,637 miles
  • 2017 – 105,672 miles
  • 2016 – 100,963 miles
  • 2015 – 95,402 miles
  • 2014 – 88,719 miles
  • 2013 – 81,854 miles
  • 2012 – 73,875 miles
  • 2011 – 67,109 miles
  • 2010 – 64,252 miles
  • 2009 – 62,573 miles
  • 2008 – 61,035 miles
  • 2007 – 60,172 miles
  • 2006 – 57,673 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass139,538 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2023

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

    Major3 MOTs, 2018–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2023

Full MOT history

29 tests since 26 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass139,538 miles (+4,899)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    139,538 miles
    Test number
    649714366590
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

  2. Pass134,639 miles (+4,786)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    134,639 miles
    Test number
    543906744354
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

  3. Pass129,853 miles (+11)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    129,853 miles
    Test number
    471328275096
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail129,842 miles (+4,999)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,842 miles
    Test number
    241270223818
    • 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 carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass124,843 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    124,843 miles
    Test number
    858385866919

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail124,843 miles (+4,889)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,843 miles
    Test number
    172338919971
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass119,954 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    119,954 miles
    Test number
    579487039925

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail119,954 miles (+2,645)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,954 miles
    Test number
    761937345164
    • 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 carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass117,309 miles (+2,465)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    117,309 miles
    Test number
    506953184470
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass114,844 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    114,844 miles
    Test number
    588312530056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail114,844 miles (+4,207)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,844 miles
    Test number
    322455731725
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

  12. Pass110,637 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    110,637 miles
    Test number
    770539270507
    • 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))

  13. Fail110,627 miles (+4,955)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,627 miles
    Test number
    296777116444
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • 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))

  14. Pass105,672 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    105,672 miles
    Test number
    957984787071
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  15. Fail105,672 miles (+4,709)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,672 miles
    Test number
    671513835342
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass100,963 miles (+5,561)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    100,963 miles
    Test number
    993480821730

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass95,402 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    95,402 miles
    Test number
    244570252658

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail95,402 miles (+6,683)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,402 miles
    Test number
    742632966243
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass88,719 miles (+6,865)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    88,719 miles
    Test number
    456909704240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass81,854 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    81,854 miles
    Test number
    296482633238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail81,854 miles (+7,979)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,854 miles
    Test number
    567622333278
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  22. Pass73,875 miles (+6,766)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    73,875 miles
    Test number
    666245932247
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass67,109 miles (+2,857)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    67,109 miles
    Test number
    555233011296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass64,252 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    64,252 miles
    Test number
    352688100465

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail64,252 miles (+1,679)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,252 miles
    Test number
    410308300292
    • FailureOffside Front Bonded suspension unit bonding failed and part of unit is likely to become displaced (2.4.F.2)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  26. Pass62,573 miles (+1,538)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    62,573 miles
    Test number
    423343229293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass61,035 miles (+863)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    61,035 miles
    Test number
    323896708271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass60,172 miles (+2,499)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    60,172 miles
    Test number
    201118907265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass57,673 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    57,673 miles
    Test number
    874277206236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about W228 HNV

Does W228 HNV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on W228 HNV expired on 30 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on W228 HNV?
The MOT on W228 HNV expired on 30 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has W228 HNV done?
W228 HNV was recorded at 139,538 miles at its MOT on 14 Aug 2025, an average of 4,297 miles a year.
Has W228 HNV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. W228 HNV has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on W228 HNV 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 HNV find?
W228 HNV passed its latest MOT on 14 Aug 2025 with 1 advisory: offside brake cable damaged but not to excess.

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