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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,984 cc

X11 GFAMOT history

X11 GFA is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 26 Jun 2008. Its MOT is valid until 24 May 2027 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 151,380 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 May 2026.

X11 GFA black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Golf, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 24 May 2027
Mileage
151,380 mi
At MOT on 20 May 2026
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,917 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X11 GFA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
26 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 May 2027
Latest MOT test
20 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X11 GFA was last recorded at 151,380 miles on 20 May 2026, 9,254 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
142,126 miles · 29 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
9,254 miles
Average per year
7,917 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 151,380 miles
  • 2025 – 142,126 miles
  • 2024 – 132,318 miles
  • 2023 – 132,274 miles
  • 2022 – 127,039 miles
  • 2021 – 119,597 miles
  • 2020 – 112,257 miles
  • 2019 – 104,955 miles
  • 2018 – 96,924 miles
  • 2017 – 88,432 miles
  • 2016 – 82,816 miles
  • 2015 – 77,002 miles
  • 2014 – 66,700 miles
  • 2013 – 44,384 miles
  • 2012 – 38,109 miles
  • 2011 – 33,555 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass151,380 miles
  • MinorFront Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced both sides (4.2.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (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.

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Front Coil spring corroded Both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both sides

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Door shut

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Exhaust shield loose

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

20 tests since 2 Jul 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass151,380 miles (+9,254)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2027
    Odometer
    151,380 miles
    Test number
    727099966973
    • MinorFront Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced both sides (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass142,126 miles (+2)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2026
    Odometer
    142,126 miles
    Test number
    437805974544
    • MinorFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorFront Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced Both sides (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Door shut (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust shield loose

  3. Fail142,124 miles (+9,806)3 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,124 miles
    Test number
    880717689367
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Insecure (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorFront Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced Both sides (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Door shut (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust shield loose

  4. Pass132,318 miles (+44)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2025
    Odometer
    132,318 miles
    Test number
    498704849780
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass132,274 miles (+5,235)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    132,274 miles
    Test number
    692052975373
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass127,039 miles (+7,442)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    127,039 miles
    Test number
    136948873148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass119,597 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    119,597 miles
    Test number
    816603154673

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail119,597 miles (+7,340)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,597 miles
    Test number
    920469211242
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass112,257 miles (+7,302)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    112,257 miles
    Test number
    370948376641

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass104,955 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    104,955 miles
    Test number
    969899901709
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail104,952 miles (+8,028)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,952 miles
    Test number
    348376067901
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • 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 worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  12. Pass96,924 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2019
    Odometer
    96,924 miles
    Test number
    253230640485
    • AdvisoryFront wipers slightly smearing
    • AdvisoryUpper and lower covers fitted at time of test

  13. Fail96,924 miles (+8,492)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,924 miles
    Test number
    255571237759
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront wipers slightly smearing
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryUpper and lower covers fitted at time of test

  14. Pass88,432 miles (+5,616)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2018
    Odometer
    88,432 miles
    Test number
    754939163645

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass82,816 miles (+5,814)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2017
    Odometer
    82,816 miles
    Test number
    422328988385

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass77,002 miles (+10,302)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2016
    Odometer
    77,002 miles
    Test number
    309169245144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass66,700 miles (+22,316)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2015
    Odometer
    66,700 miles
    Test number
    917952034190
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass44,384 miles (+6,275)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2014
    Odometer
    44,384 miles
    Test number
    376165533128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass38,109 miles (+4,554)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    38,109 miles
    Test number
    315993162119
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass33,555 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    33,555 miles
    Test number
    666093781110
    • NoteAadvise nail in o/s rear tyre close to side wall

Questions about X11 GFA

Does X11 GFA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X11 GFA is valid until 24 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on X11 GFA?
The MOT on X11 GFA is valid until 24 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X11 GFA done?
X11 GFA was recorded at 151,380 miles at its MOT on 20 May 2026, an average of 7,917 miles a year.
Has X11 GFA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X11 GFA has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on X11 GFA 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 X11 GFA find?
X11 GFA passed its latest MOT on 20 May 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: front position lamp light intensity obviously reduced both sides; oil leak, but not excessive.

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