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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 2000 · 1,800 cc

W228 VLRMOT history

W228 VLR is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 25 May 2000. Its MOT is valid until 10 Dec 2026 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 112,716 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Dec 2025.

W228 VLR black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 10 Dec 2026
Mileage
112,716 mi
At MOT on 11 Dec 2025
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,127 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
W228 VLR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,800 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
25 May 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
11 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

W228 VLR was last recorded at 112,716 miles on 11 Dec 2025, 8 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
112,708 miles · 1 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
8 miles
Average per year
4,127 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 112,716 miles
  • 2024 – 108,977 miles
  • 2023 – 108,940 miles
  • 2020 – 107,708 miles
  • 2019 – 100,584 miles
  • 2018 – 94,814 miles
  • 2017 – 88,831 miles
  • 2016 – 82,082 miles
  • 2015 – 78,087 miles
  • 2014 – 73,138 miles
  • 2013 – 68,982 miles
  • 2012 – 63,098 miles
  • 2011 – 58,073 miles
  • 2010 – 53,203 miles
  • 2009 – 48,971 miles
  • 2008 – 41,120 miles
  • 2007 – 35,316 miles
  • 2006 – 31,411 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass112,716 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 10 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Front Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass112,716 miles (+8)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    112,716 miles
    Test number
    706790882175
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail112,708 miles (+8)3 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,708 miles
    Test number
    515665052038
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail112,700 miles (+3,723)2 dangerous10 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,700 miles
    Test number
    546526936727
    • DangerousFront Anti-roll bar modified so the suspension is inoperative ROLL BAR CUT AT BOTH ENDS (5.3.3 (c) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Macpherson strut likely to fail (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorHydraulic fluid leaking excessively STEERING RACK (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Body component corroded and likely to cause injury (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Body panel insecure WING (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorPower steering fluid reservoir empty (2.1.5 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule ALL BRAKE PIPE FERRUELS (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced SILL (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn AXEL BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn AXEL BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive ENGINE AREA (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass108,977 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    108,977 miles
    Test number
    721752630078
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail108,977 miles (+37)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,977 miles
    Test number
    367490377143
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass108,940 miles (+1,232)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    108,940 miles
    Test number
    334204617008
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion on all discs

  7. Pass107,708 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    107,708 miles
    Test number
    893257077172
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Fail107,708 miles (+7,124)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,708 miles
    Test number
    644536883238
    • MajorSuspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Near side rear outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorSuspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Off side rear outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass100,584 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    100,584 miles
    Test number
    619689580523
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail100,584 miles (+5,770)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,584 miles
    Test number
    531814430177
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass94,814 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    94,814 miles
    Test number
    780201708782
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  12. Fail94,814 miles (+5,983)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,814 miles
    Test number
    236901630558
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  13. Pass88,831 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    88,831 miles
    Test number
    709952961127
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit bald on edges (205/55x16) (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 3.0mm (4.1.E.1)

  14. Fail88,831 miles (+6,749)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,831 miles
    Test number
    950932834021
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit bald on edges (205/55x16) (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 3.0mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass82,082 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    82,082 miles
    Test number
    284187329123
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield insecure

  16. Fail82,082 miles (+3,995)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,082 miles
    Test number
    908728725781
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield insecure

  17. Pass78,087 miles (+4,949)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    78,087 miles
    Test number
    106623720812
    • AdvisoryRear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  18. Pass73,138 miles (+4,156)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    73,138 miles
    Test number
    386629984465
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  19. Pass68,982 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    68,982 miles
    Test number
    746433303357

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail68,982 miles (+5,884)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,982 miles
    Test number
    748682103308
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

  21. Pass63,098 miles (+5,025)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2013
    Odometer
    63,098 miles
    Test number
    279336812179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass58,073 miles (+4,870)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2012
    Odometer
    58,073 miles
    Test number
    855145821142
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  23. Pass53,203 miles (+4,232)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    53,203 miles
    Test number
    554395500183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass48,971 miles (+7,851)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    48,971 miles
    Test number
    140800529115
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  25. Pass41,120 miles (+5,804)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    41,120 miles
    Test number
    931965718180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass35,316 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    35,316 miles
    Test number
    214021227144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail35,316 miles (+3,905)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,316 miles
    Test number
    943101827199
    • FailureFront registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)
    • FailureRear registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

  28. Pass31,411 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    31,411 miles
    Test number
    830160196000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about W228 VLR

Does W228 VLR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on W228 VLR is valid until 10 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on W228 VLR?
The MOT on W228 VLR is valid until 10 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has W228 VLR done?
W228 VLR was recorded at 112,716 miles at its MOT on 11 Dec 2025, an average of 4,127 miles a year.
Has W228 VLR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. W228 VLR has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on W228 VLR 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 VLR find?
W228 VLR passed its latest MOT on 11 Dec 2025 with 11 advisories: brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all ferrules; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened, and 8 more.

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