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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Diesel · 2000 · 1,900 cc

W256 HBJMOT history

W256 HBJ is a blue diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 30 Jun 2000. Its MOT is valid until 21 Dec 2026 and it has passed 20 of 31 MOT tests, with 254,691 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Dec 2025.

W256 HBJ blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 21 Dec 2026
Mileage
254,691 mi
At MOT on 22 Dec 2025
MOT tests
31
20 passed · 11 failed
Per year
8,154 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
W256 HBJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,900 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
30 Jun 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
22 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

W256 HBJ was last recorded at 254,691 miles on 22 Dec 2025, 53 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
254,638 miles · 18 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
53 miles
Average per year
8,154 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 254,691 miles
  • 2024 – 254,638 miles
  • 2023 – 252,848 miles
  • 2022 – 250,545 miles
  • 2021 – 246,270 miles
  • 2020 – 240,255 miles
  • 2019 – 232,028 miles
  • 2018 – 223,975 miles
  • 2017 – 216,511 miles
  • 2016 – 209,167 miles
  • 2015 – 199,828 miles
  • 2014 – 188,758 miles
  • 2013 – 176,953 miles
  • 2012 – 164,610 miles
  • 2011 – 152,416 miles
  • 2010 – 139,459 miles
  • 2009 – 126,729 miles
  • 2008 – 112,554 miles
  • 2007 – 101,561 miles
  • 2006 – 92,375 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass254,691 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear axle corroded

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 Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases near cat

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge heavily worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass254,691 miles (+53)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    254,691 miles
    Test number
    390394990392
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded

  2. Pass254,638 miles (+8)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    254,638 miles
    Test number
    229050036265
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases near cat (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge heavily worn and damaged (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge heavily worn (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail254,630 miles (+1,782)1 dangerous5 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    254,630 miles
    Test number
    392112644949
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Body component corroded and likely to cause injury near door (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases near cat (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge heavily worn and damaged (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge heavily worn (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass252,848 miles (+2,303)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    252,848 miles
    Test number
    635609255047
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering linkage ball joint has slight play inner rack end (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass250,545 miles (+12)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    250,545 miles
    Test number
    153818574912
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush strut top (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill/wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  6. Fail250,533 miles (+4,263)5 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    250,533 miles
    Test number
    566430041993
    • MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit 0.70 (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush strut top (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill/wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  7. Pass246,270 miles (+6,015)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    246,270 miles
    Test number
    963548006083
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  8. Pass240,255 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    240,255 miles
    Test number
    875786712533
    • MinorLower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases pipe out of cat (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both offside & nearside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail240,255 miles (+8,227)3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    240,255 miles
    Test number
    905227393576
    • MajorOffside Body component damaged and likely to cause injury wing mirror (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorLower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases pipe out of cat (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both offside & nearside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass232,028 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    232,028 miles
    Test number
    269882742204
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  11. Fail232,028 miles (+8,053)2 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    232,028 miles
    Test number
    690321382972
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Steering locking device ineffective Track Rod End Lock Nut (2.1.3 (d))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Steering locking device ineffective Track Rod End Lock Nut (2.1.3 (d))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  12. Pass223,975 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    223,975 miles
    Test number
    368599301981
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  13. Fail223,975 miles (+7,464)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    223,975 miles
    Test number
    961278287499
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  14. Pass216,511 miles (+7,344)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    216,511 miles
    Test number
    416773291721
    • AdvisoryEngine Covers Fitted
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  15. Pass209,167 miles (+9,339)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    209,167 miles
    Test number
    466882733122
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush Rear Bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush Rear Bush (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass199,828 miles (+11,070)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    199,828 miles
    Test number
    175522075439
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  17. Pass188,758 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    188,758 miles
    Test number
    196312174464

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail188,758 miles (+11,805)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,758 miles
    Test number
    285242274068
    • FailureNearside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  19. Pass176,953 miles (+12,343)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    176,953 miles
    Test number
    706727773026
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  20. Pass164,610 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    164,610 miles
    Test number
    839573372078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail164,610 miles (+12,194)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,610 miles
    Test number
    936693772086
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  22. Pass152,416 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    152,416 miles
    Test number
    687133971094
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  23. Fail152,416 miles (+12,957)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,416 miles
    Test number
    218433271056
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  24. Pass139,459 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    139,459 miles
    Test number
    290952360013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail139,459 miles (+12,730)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,459 miles
    Test number
    751072960096
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  26. Pass126,729 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    126,729 miles
    Test number
    530940259081
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  27. Fail126,729 miles (+14,175)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,729 miles
    Test number
    903090359037
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  28. Pass112,554 miles (+10,993)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    112,554 miles
    Test number
    644178728023
    • 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)

  29. Pass101,561 miles (+9,186)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    101,561 miles
    Test number
    160496927060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass92,375 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    92,375 miles
    Test number
    921677526081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail92,375 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,375 miles
    Test number
    610115926076
    • FailureNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Questions about W256 HBJ

Does W256 HBJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on W256 HBJ is valid until 21 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on W256 HBJ?
The MOT on W256 HBJ is valid until 21 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has W256 HBJ done?
W256 HBJ was recorded at 254,691 miles at its MOT on 22 Dec 2025, an average of 8,154 miles a year.
Has W256 HBJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. W256 HBJ has failed 11 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on W256 HBJ 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 W256 HBJ find?
W256 HBJ passed its latest MOT on 22 Dec 2025 with 2 minor defects and 6 advisories: offside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread, and 5 more.

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