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Volkswagen Golf

White · Petrol · 2000 · 1,400 cc

W228 PTEMOT history

W228 PTE is a white petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 3 Aug 2000. Its MOT expired on 30 Dec 2025 and it has passed 17 of 29 MOT tests, with 198,963 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Dec 2024.

W228 PTE white Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 30 Dec 2025
Mileage
198,963 mi
At MOT on 31 Dec 2024
MOT tests
29
17 passed · 12 failed
Per year
7,898 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
W228 PTE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,400 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
3 Aug 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Dec 2025
Latest MOT test
31 Dec 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

W228 PTE was last recorded at 198,963 miles on 31 Dec 2024, 2,758 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Nov 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
196,205 miles · 28 Nov 2023
Between the last two tests
2,758 miles
Average per year
7,898 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 198,963 miles
  • 2023 – 196,205 miles
  • 2020 – 188,289 miles
  • 2019 – 183,376 miles
  • 2018 – 178,255 miles
  • 2017 – 175,719 miles
  • 2016 – 163,447 miles
  • 2015 – 158,494 miles
  • 2014 – 150,550 miles
  • 2013 – 134,606 miles
  • 2012 – 118,713 miles
  • 2011 – 109,837 miles
  • 2010 – 99,783 miles
  • 2009 – 90,881 miles
  • 2008 – 79,984 miles
  • 2007 – 66,998 miles
  • 2006 – 52,351 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass198,963 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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.

  • Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2012

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

    Failure3 MOTs, 2011–2013

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

    Failure3 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Failure3 MOTs, 2009–2011

  • Offside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

29 tests since 9 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass198,963 miles (+2,758)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    198,963 miles
    Test number
    110474715729
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass196,205 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    196,205 miles
    Test number
    511096664534

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail196,197 miles (+7,908)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    196,197 miles
    Test number
    191976511590
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass188,289 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    188,289 miles
    Test number
    487061364597

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail188,283 miles (+31)1 major1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,283 miles
    Test number
    294801712767
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  6. Fail188,252 miles (+4,876)6 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,252 miles
    Test number
    630634204972
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which obviously reduces light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass183,376 miles (+5,121)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    183,376 miles
    Test number
    993992674637
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing inner edge.
    • AdvisoryBoth rear coil springs corroded.

  8. Pass178,255 miles (+57)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    178,255 miles
    Test number
    719196996797
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  9. Fail178,198 miles (+2,479)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,198 miles
    Test number
    885289214735
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded main pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  10. Pass175,719 miles (+12,272)
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    175,719 miles
    Test number
    566705486102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass163,447 miles (+4,953)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    163,447 miles
    Test number
    762591331395

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass158,494 miles (+7,944)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    158,494 miles
    Test number
    108360365176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass150,550 miles (+133)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    150,550 miles
    Test number
    709622104261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail150,417 miles (+15,811)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,417 miles
    Test number
    297698694448
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass134,606 miles (+128)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    134,606 miles
    Test number
    805352583140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail134,478 miles (+15,765)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,478 miles
    Test number
    258968773407
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteExhust rubber broken

  17. Pass118,713 miles (+53)13 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    118,713 miles
    Test number
    556041902208
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteDamage to o/s outer sill
    • NoteO/s rear bump stop broken

  18. Fail118,660 miles (+8,823)3 failures13 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,660 miles
    Test number
    395780502252
    • 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 hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteDamage to o/s outer sill
    • NoteO/s rear bump stop broken

  19. Pass109,837 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    109,837 miles
    Test number
    837980301221
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  20. Fail109,834 miles (+10,051)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,834 miles
    Test number
    918130701288
    • 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 hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass99,783 miles (+31)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    99,783 miles
    Test number
    824629880184
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  22. Fail99,752 miles (+8,871)4 failures1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,752 miles
    Test number
    534707680149
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  23. Pass90,881 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    90,881 miles
    Test number
    504063959117
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing low
    • NoteNearside door mirror glass missing
    • NotePlay in offside steering rack

  24. Fail90,881 miles (+10,897)4 failures5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,881 miles
    Test number
    610733459118
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing low
    • NoteCoolant level below minimum
    • NoteNearside door mirror glass missing
    • NotePlay in offside steering rack
    • NoteVehicle struggled to meet emission requirements having spent most of the test failing

  25. Pass79,984 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    79,984 miles
    Test number
    881571168111
    • NoteRear exhaust silencer baffels rattling

  26. Fail79,984 miles (+12,986)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,984 miles
    Test number
    361899858137
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteRear exhaust silencer baffels rattling

  27. Fail66,998 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,998 miles
    Test number
    213760867480
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  28. Pass66,998 miles (+14,647)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    66,998 miles
    Test number
    561610467183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass52,351 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    52,351 miles
    Test number
    254300166490
    • NoteCoolant leaking

Questions about W228 PTE

Does W228 PTE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on W228 PTE expired on 30 Dec 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on W228 PTE?
The MOT on W228 PTE expired on 30 Dec 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has W228 PTE done?
W228 PTE was recorded at 198,963 miles at its MOT on 31 Dec 2024, an average of 7,898 miles a year.
Has W228 PTE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. W228 PTE has failed 12 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on W228 PTE 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 PTE find?
W228 PTE passed its latest MOT on 31 Dec 2024 with 3 advisories: nearside front upper shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush; offside front anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear.

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