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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Petrol · 2000 · 1,781 cc

X231 MGHMOT history

X231 MGH is a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 17 Sept 2000. Its MOT is valid until 27 Feb 2027 and it has passed 13 of 18 MOT tests, with 90,961 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Feb 2026.

X231 MGH blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 27 Feb 2027
Mileage
90,961 mi
At MOT on 28 Feb 2026
MOT tests
18
13 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,982 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X231 MGH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
17 Sept 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X231 MGH was last recorded at 90,961 miles on 28 Feb 2026, 271 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
90,690 miles · 3 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
271 miles
Average per year
3,982 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 90,961 miles
  • 2025 – 84,542 miles
  • 2024 – 79,677 miles
  • 2023 – 69,551 miles
  • 2016 – 68,750 miles
  • 2015 – 63,869 miles
  • 2013 – 52,316 miles
  • 2012 – 47,329 miles
  • 2011 – 41,210 miles
  • 2010 – 34,853 miles
  • 2009 – 29,215 miles
  • 2007 – 16,412 miles
  • 2006 – 13,481 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass90,961 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 absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Slight play in steering arms nearside and offside front.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

18 tests since 15 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass90,961 miles (+271)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    90,961 miles
    Test number
    589955472446

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail90,690 miles (+6,148)1 dangerous3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,690 miles
    Test number
    183437321767
    • DangerousRear Axle fractured (5.1.1 (a))
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases sleeve (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/40x18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass84,542 miles (+4,865)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    84,542 miles
    Test number
    675467659072
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/40x18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Pass79,677 miles (+10,126)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    79,677 miles
    Test number
    410481755696
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  5. Pass69,551 miles (+801)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    69,551 miles
    Test number
    198817158125
    • AdvisoryExhaust middle box bracket broken, system secure

  6. Pass68,750 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    68,750 miles
    Test number
    779338871591
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering arms nearside and offside front.

  7. Fail68,749 miles (+4,880)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,749 miles
    Test number
    829387821291
    • FailureBrake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureParking brake lever releases when knocked (3.1.6a)
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering arms nearside and offside front.

  8. Pass63,869 miles4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    63,869 miles
    Test number
    339768045043
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBrake pedal slighlty spongey.
    • NoteCentre exhasut mounting bracket broken off.

  9. Fail63,869 miles (+11,553)3 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,869 miles
    Test number
    878688045006
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureStop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBrake pedal slighlty spongey.
    • NoteCentre exhasut mounting bracket broken off.

  10. Pass52,316 miles (+4,987)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    52,316 miles
    Test number
    818500283058
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteBoth rear brakes slightly binding.

  11. Pass47,329 miles (+6,119)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    47,329 miles
    Test number
    456773882004
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

  12. Pass41,210 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    41,210 miles
    Test number
    428992381084
    • 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)

  13. Fail41,210 miles (+6,357)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,210 miles
    Test number
    528032681081
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)

  14. Pass34,853 miles (+40)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    34,853 miles
    Test number
    191685570057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail34,813 miles (+5,598)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,813 miles
    Test number
    110981170048
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

  16. Pass29,215 miles (+12,803)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    29,215 miles
    Test number
    691918879071
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  17. Pass16,412 miles (+2,931)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    16,412 miles
    Test number
    361516747468

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass13,481 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    13,481 miles
    Test number
    201908656261
    • NoteBoth front and rear no plates cracked but still secure and easily readable
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing unevenly on inner edges
    • NoteO/S/F Disc rusty and pitted but brake readings good and even

Questions about X231 MGH

Does X231 MGH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X231 MGH is valid until 27 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on X231 MGH?
The MOT on X231 MGH is valid until 27 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X231 MGH done?
X231 MGH was recorded at 90,961 miles at its MOT on 28 Feb 2026, an average of 3,982 miles a year.
Has X231 MGH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X231 MGH has failed 5 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on X231 MGH 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 X231 MGH find?
X231 MGH passed its latest MOT on 28 Feb 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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