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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Petrol · 2009 · 1,390 cc

X23 RJFMOT history

X23 RJF is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 13 Oct 2009. Its MOT is valid until 6 Nov 2026 and it has passed 14 of 23 MOT tests, with 144,631 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Oct 2025.

X23 RJF silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 6 Nov 2026
Mileage
144,631 mi
At MOT on 28 Oct 2025
MOT tests
23
14 passed · 9 failed
Per year
8,572 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X23 RJF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
13 Oct 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
28 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

X23 RJF was last recorded at 144,631 miles on 28 Oct 2025, 7,779 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
136,852 miles · 7 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
7,779 miles
Average per year
8,572 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 144,631 miles
  • 2024 – 136,852 miles
  • 2023 – 121,896 miles
  • 2022 – 115,482 miles
  • 2021 – 106,436 miles
  • 2020 – 98,068 miles
  • 2019 – 91,992 miles
  • 2018 – 86,081 miles
  • 2017 – 75,887 miles
  • 2016 – 66,084 miles
  • 2015 – 59,234 miles
  • 2014 – 49,437 miles
  • 2013 – 38,315 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass144,631 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryUnder vehicle and components has slight corrosion around
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (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.

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

23 tests since 3 Jun 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass144,631 miles (+7,779)1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    144,631 miles
    Test number
    322761489235
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder vehicle and components has slight corrosion around
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass136,852 miles (+14,956)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    136,852 miles
    Test number
    375225336811

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass121,896 miles (+1,269)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    121,896 miles
    Test number
    266546780545
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass120,627 miles (+5,145)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    120,627 miles
    Test number
    988930503889
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Pass115,482 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    115,482 miles
    Test number
    121154814078
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on oil sump

  6. Fail115,482 miles (+9,046)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,482 miles
    Test number
    585599638862
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on oil sump

  7. Pass106,436 miles2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    106,436 miles
    Test number
    394389655031
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing worn inner edge and underinflated (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust blow centre joint
    • AdvisoryRusty sump

  8. Fail106,436 miles (+8,368)3 major4 repaired2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,436 miles
    Test number
    241182719403
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn drop link (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Fuel system component leaking by or fuel filter leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high adjusted (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively cleaned working fine now (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high adjusted (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively cleaned working fine now (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing worn inner edge and underinflated (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust blow centre joint
    • AdvisoryRusty sump

  9. Pass98,068 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    98,068 miles
    Test number
    499986077627

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail98,068 miles (+6,076)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,068 miles
    Test number
    251059463528
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))

  11. Pass91,992 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    91,992 miles
    Test number
    378641532678
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))

  12. Fail91,986 miles (+5,905)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,986 miles
    Test number
    692425276458
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))

  13. Pass86,081 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    86,081 miles
    Test number
    880528186631
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front to rear join (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 3mm (4.1.E.1)

  14. Fail86,080 miles (+10,193)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,080 miles
    Test number
    442402781903
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front to rear join (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 3mm (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass75,887 miles (+311)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    75,887 miles
    Test number
    738784691654
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Fail75,576 miles (+9,492)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,576 miles
    Test number
    406267798166
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass66,084 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    66,084 miles
    Test number
    949434212419

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail66,083 miles (+2)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,083 miles
    Test number
    794039888314
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexy (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 205/55R16 - 2.07mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 205/55R16 - 2.67mm (4.1.E.1)

  19. Fail66,081 miles (+6,847)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,081 miles
    Test number
    858857743377
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases downpipe (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass59,234 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    59,234 miles
    Test number
    519746255176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail59,219 miles (+9,782)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,219 miles
    Test number
    156046945187
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

  22. Pass49,437 miles (+11,122)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    49,437 miles
    Test number
    839085454123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass38,315 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    38,315 miles
    Test number
    158294453182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X23 RJF

Does X23 RJF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X23 RJF is valid until 6 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on X23 RJF?
The MOT on X23 RJF is valid until 6 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X23 RJF done?
X23 RJF was recorded at 144,631 miles at its MOT on 28 Oct 2025, an average of 8,572 miles a year.
Has X23 RJF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X23 RJF has failed 9 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Apr 2022.
Has the mileage on X23 RJF 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 X23 RJF find?
X23 RJF passed its latest MOT on 28 Oct 2025 with 1 minor defect and 12 advisories: nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; front brake disc worn, but not excessively; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 10 more.

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