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Volkswagen Golf

White · Petrol · 2011 · 1,984 cc

X28 BOBMOT history

X28 BOB is a white petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 14 Oct 2011. Its MOT is valid until 24 Aug 2027 and it has passed 13 of 18 MOT tests, with 133,517 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jul 2026.

X28 BOB white Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 24 Aug 2027
Mileage
133,517 mi
At MOT on 27 Jul 2026
MOT tests
18
13 passed · 5 failed
Per year
7,735 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X28 BOB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
14 Oct 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X28 BOB was last recorded at 133,517 miles on 27 Jul 2026, 4,198 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
129,319 miles · 13 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
4,198 miles
Average per year
7,735 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 133,517 miles
  • 2025 – 129,319 miles
  • 2024 – 124,399 miles
  • 2023 – 119,372 miles
  • 2022 – 113,956 miles
  • 2021 – 109,218 miles
  • 2020 – 102,972 miles
  • 2019 – 89,472 miles
  • 2018 – 76,356 miles
  • 2017 – 64,275 miles
  • 2016 – 55,941 miles
  • 2015 – 48,906 miles
  • 2014 – 39,257 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass133,517 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both (5.3.3 (b) (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.

  • Fuel cap seal deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front Outer Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Outer Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

18 tests since 20 May 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass133,517 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    133,517 miles
    Test number
    746978759776
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail133,517 miles (+4,198)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,517 miles
    Test number
    949202425391
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass129,319 miles (+4,920)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    129,319 miles
    Test number
    846260093343
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass124,399 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    124,399 miles
    Test number
    138958568283
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Fail124,399 miles (+5,027)2 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,399 miles
    Test number
    309581161770
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Pass119,372 miles (+5,416)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    119,372 miles
    Test number
    159769123557
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal deteriorated

  7. Pass113,956 miles (+4,738)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    113,956 miles
    Test number
    952677799083
    • AdvisoryFuel Cap Seal Deteriorated

  8. Pass109,218 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    109,218 miles
    Test number
    228735563399
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  9. Fail109,217 miles (+6,245)1 dangerous4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,217 miles
    Test number
    374942543803
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))
    • MajorRear Boot lid cannot be secured in the closed position (6.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass102,972 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    102,972 miles
    Test number
    120509641459

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail102,971 miles (+13,499)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,971 miles
    Test number
    765797429002
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

  12. Pass89,472 miles (+13,116)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    89,472 miles
    Test number
    608470478408
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm and wearing on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm and wearing on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTPMS lamp illuminated
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted obscuring some underbody components

  13. Pass76,356 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2019
    Odometer
    76,356 miles
    Test number
    602228268640
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  14. Fail76,356 miles (+12,081)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,356 miles
    Test number
    332949406839
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  15. Pass64,275 miles (+8,334)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2018
    Odometer
    64,275 miles
    Test number
    862683373897
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass55,941 miles (+7,035)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2017
    Odometer
    55,941 miles
    Test number
    837164847877

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass48,906 miles (+9,649)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2016
    Odometer
    48,906 miles
    Test number
    778881835106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass39,257 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2015
    Odometer
    39,257 miles
    Test number
    897060044156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X28 BOB

Does X28 BOB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X28 BOB is valid until 24 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on X28 BOB?
The MOT on X28 BOB is valid until 24 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X28 BOB done?
X28 BOB was recorded at 133,517 miles at its MOT on 27 Jul 2026, an average of 7,735 miles a year.
Has X28 BOB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X28 BOB has failed 5 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on X28 BOB 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 X28 BOB find?
X28 BOB passed its latest MOT on 27 Jul 2026 with 2 advisories: rear sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced; rear suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both.

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