Volkswagen logo

Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Petrol · 2000 · 1,800 cc

W256 SJBMOT history

W256 SJB is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 24 Mar 2000. Its MOT expired on 10 Mar 2023 and it has passed 15 of 16 MOT tests, with 156,480 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Mar 2022.

W256 SJB silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Golf, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 10 Mar 2023
Mileage
156,480 mi
At MOT on 11 Mar 2022
MOT tests
16
15 passed · 1 failed
Per year
6,927 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for W256 SJB in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
W256 SJB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,800 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
24 Mar 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Mar 2023
Latest MOT test
11 Mar 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

W256 SJB was last recorded at 156,480 miles on 11 Mar 2022, 2,566 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Jan 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
153,914 miles · 5 Jan 2021
Between the last two tests
2,566 miles
Average per year
6,927 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 156,480 miles
  • 2021 – 153,914 miles
  • 2019 – 149,458 miles
  • 2018 – 144,808 miles
  • 2017 – 135,533 miles
  • 2016 – 129,991 miles
  • 2015 – 122,952 miles
  • 2014 – 120,537 miles
  • 2013 – 114,833 miles
  • 2012 – 102,627 miles
  • 2011 – 97,413 miles
  • 2010 – 91,199 miles
  • 2009 – 77,554 miles
  • 2007 – 52,174 miles
  • 2006 – 45,365 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass156,480 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021

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 the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2016

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass156,480 miles (+2,566)2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    156,480 miles
    Test number
    371909710014
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass153,914 miles (+4,456)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    153,914 miles
    Test number
    687977870649
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass149,458 miles (+4,650)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    149,458 miles
    Test number
    780818592299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass144,808 miles (+9,275)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2019
    Odometer
    144,808 miles
    Test number
    333379149268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass135,533 miles (+5,542)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2018
    Odometer
    135,533 miles
    Test number
    847907580312

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass129,991 miles (+7,039)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    129,991 miles
    Test number
    772410280021
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner 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)

  7. Pass122,952 miles (+2,415)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    122,952 miles
    Test number
    426497375041
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Pass120,537 miles (+5,704)4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    120,537 miles
    Test number
    605131874005
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteHeadlamp masks/converters fitted
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  9. Pass114,833 miles (+12,206)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    114,833 miles
    Test number
    558510973087
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  10. Pass102,627 miles (+5,214)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    102,627 miles
    Test number
    159692062015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass97,413 miles (+6,214)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    97,413 miles
    Test number
    529750351085
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  12. Pass91,199 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    91,199 miles
    Test number
    913914660041
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Fail91,199 miles (+13,645)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,199 miles
    Test number
    413774360065
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass77,554 miles (+25,380)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    77,554 miles
    Test number
    880069829040
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  15. Pass52,174 miles (+6,809)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    52,174 miles
    Test number
    671785657022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass45,365 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    45,365 miles
    Test number
    370455756000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about W256 SJB

Does W256 SJB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on W256 SJB expired on 10 Mar 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on W256 SJB?
The MOT on W256 SJB expired on 10 Mar 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has W256 SJB done?
W256 SJB was recorded at 156,480 miles at its MOT on 11 Mar 2022, an average of 6,927 miles a year.
Has W256 SJB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. W256 SJB has failed 1 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Mar 2010.
Has the mileage on W256 SJB 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 SJB find?
W256 SJB passed its latest MOT on 11 Mar 2022 with 2 minor defects and 8 advisories: offside front brake hose slightly chafed; offside front inner drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases, and 7 more.

Related registrations

Browse all W256 registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.