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Volkswagen Golf

White · Diesel · 2017 · 1,598 cc

X1 ESJMOT history

X1 ESJ is a white diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 9 Nov 2017. Its MOT is valid until 11 Jan 2027 and it has passed 6 of 8 MOT tests, with 66,459 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Jan 2026.

X1 ESJ white Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 11 Jan 2027
Mileage
66,459 mi
At MOT on 12 Jan 2026
MOT tests
8
6 passed · 2 failed
Per year
4,172 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X1 ESJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2017
First used
9 Nov 2017
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X1 ESJ was last recorded at 66,459 miles on 12 Jan 2026, 8,523 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
57,936 miles · 11 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
8,523 miles
Average per year
4,172 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 66,459 miles
  • 2025 – 57,936 miles
  • 2024 – 53,760 miles
  • 2022 – 51,752 miles
  • 2021 – 47,437 miles
  • 2020 – 44,893 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass66,459 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

8 tests since 11 Nov 2020, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass66,459 miles (+8,523)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    66,459 miles
    Test number
    627271099357

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass57,936 miles (+4,176)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    57,936 miles
    Test number
    812997561064
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  3. Pass53,760 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    53,760 miles
    Test number
    764752584156
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Fail53,760 miles (+2,008)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,760 miles
    Test number
    789185061195
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass51,752 miles (+4,315)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    51,752 miles
    Test number
    838984916754
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil shocker misting leak a lot (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil shocker misting leak a lot (5.3.2 (b))
  6. Pass47,437 miles (+2,544)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    47,437 miles
    Test number
    175794022322

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass44,893 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    44,893 miles
    Test number
    761516467821
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  8. Fail44,893 miles1 dangerous2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,893 miles
    Test number
    935420362747
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Questions about X1 ESJ

Does X1 ESJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X1 ESJ is valid until 11 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on X1 ESJ?
The MOT on X1 ESJ is valid until 11 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X1 ESJ done?
X1 ESJ was recorded at 66,459 miles at its MOT on 12 Jan 2026, an average of 4,172 miles a year.
Has X1 ESJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X1 ESJ has failed 2 of its 8 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on X1 ESJ 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 X1 ESJ find?
X1 ESJ passed its latest MOT on 12 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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