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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 2000 · 1,595 cc

X32 XAHMOT history

X32 XAH is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 1 Sept 2000. Its MOT expired on 5 May 2025 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 120,597 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 May 2025.

X32 XAH black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 5 May 2025
Mileage
120,597 mi
At MOT on 27 May 2025
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
3,922 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X32 XAH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
1 Sept 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 May 2025
Latest MOT test
27 May 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

X32 XAH was last recorded at 120,597 miles on 27 May 2025, 5,771 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Apr 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
114,826 miles · 30 Apr 2024
Between the last two tests
5,771 miles
Average per year
3,922 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 120,597 miles
  • 2024 – 114,826 miles
  • 2023 – 105,660 miles
  • 2022 – 97,206 miles
  • 2021 – 96,310 miles
  • 2020 – 91,124 miles
  • 2019 – 86,841 miles
  • 2018 – 81,009 miles
  • 2017 – 75,625 miles
  • 2016 – 71,181 miles
  • 2015 – 65,747 miles
  • 2014 – 62,927 miles
  • 2013 – 61,495 miles
  • 2012 – 59,790 miles
  • 2011 – 58,313 miles
  • 2010 – 57,146 miles
  • 2009 – 56,093 miles
  • 2007 – 53,298 miles
  • 2006 – 50,289 miles
  • 2005 – 43,412 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail120,597 miles
  • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements delaminated (0.1 (d))
  • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

What MOT failures 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.

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Auxiliary drive deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Central Exhaust bracket detached

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • ECU LIGHT INOP.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Exhaust mounting defective CENTRE EXHAUST MOUNT AND RUBBERS.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component STEERING RACK.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

30 tests since 21 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail120,597 miles (+5,771)1 dangerous7 major1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,597 miles
    Test number
    183728087743
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements delaminated (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Pass114,826 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2025
    Odometer
    114,826 miles
    Test number
    756300878822
    • AdvisoryAuxiliary drive deteriorated
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust bracket detached
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Fail114,826 miles (+414)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,826 miles
    Test number
    566437600012
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryAuxiliary drive deteriorated
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust bracket detached
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Fail114,412 miles (+8,752)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,412 miles
    Test number
    404094870949
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAuxiliary drive deteriorated
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust bracket detached

  5. Pass105,660 miles (+6)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2024
    Odometer
    105,660 miles
    Test number
    809185177314
    • AdvisoryECU LIGHT INOP.
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective CENTRE EXHAUST MOUNT AND RUBBERS. (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component STEERING RACK. (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive ENGINE OIL LEAK. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has a reduced damping effect ALL X4 SHOCKS. (5.3.2 (d))

  6. Fail105,654 miles (+8,448)1 dangerous6 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,654 miles
    Test number
    481852861801
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorDirection indicator incorrect colour OSF AND OSF SIDE REPEATER. (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryECU LIGHT INOP.
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective CENTRE EXHAUST MOUNT AND RUBBERS. (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component STEERING RACK. (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive ENGINE OIL LEAK. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has a reduced damping effect ALL X4 SHOCKS. (5.3.2 (d))

  7. Pass97,206 miles (+12)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2023
    Odometer
    97,206 miles
    Test number
    655634538168
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail97,194 miles (+884)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,194 miles
    Test number
    876878841137
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass96,310 miles (+5,186)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    96,310 miles
    Test number
    605965527843
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides rear bushes cracking (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  10. Pass91,124 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    91,124 miles
    Test number
    450210379717
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  11. Fail91,122 miles (+4,281)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,122 miles
    Test number
    229153151959
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake hose damaged and likely to fail (1.1.12 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose bulging under pressure (1.1.12 (d))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  12. Pass86,841 miles (+5,832)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    86,841 miles
    Test number
    799133176646
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass81,009 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    81,009 miles
    Test number
    393998872235
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  14. Fail81,008 miles (+5,383)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,008 miles
    Test number
    943150463689
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • 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))

  15. Pass75,625 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2018
    Odometer
    75,625 miles
    Test number
    164328422897
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre slightly out of shape
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering inner ball joint

  16. Fail75,625 miles (+4,444)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,625 miles
    Test number
    607165423550
    • Repaired at testFuel system component insecure (7.2.1)
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre slightly out of shape
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering inner ball joint

  17. Pass71,181 miles (+5,434)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2017
    Odometer
    71,181 miles
    Test number
    113887776877
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisorySlight play in n/s inner steering rack joint

  18. Pass65,747 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2016
    Odometer
    65,747 miles
    Test number
    277945325473

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail65,747 miles (+2,820)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,747 miles
    Test number
    637855625104
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  20. Pass62,927 miles (+1,432)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2015
    Odometer
    62,927 miles
    Test number
    968728224158
    • NoteN/s steering rack inner ball has slight play

  21. Pass61,495 miles (+1,705)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2014
    Odometer
    61,495 miles
    Test number
    206897123174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass59,790 miles (+1,477)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2013
    Odometer
    59,790 miles
    Test number
    219849722466

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass58,313 miles (+1,167)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    58,313 miles
    Test number
    436767691036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass57,146 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    57,146 miles
    Test number
    493811390077
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/s/f tyre wall damaged

  25. Fail57,146 miles (+1,053)1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,146 miles
    Test number
    950201790070
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/s/f tyre wall damaged

  26. Fail56,093 miles1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,093 miles
    Test number
    180652899439
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged

  27. Pass56,093 miles (+2,795)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    56,093 miles
    Test number
    744682999044
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged

  28. Pass53,298 miles (+3,009)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    53,298 miles
    Test number
    184280477245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass50,289 miles (+6,877)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    50,289 miles
    Test number
    921371776274
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  30. Pass43,412 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    43,412 miles
    Test number
    463244565230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X32 XAH

Does X32 XAH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X32 XAH expired on 5 May 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X32 XAH?
The MOT on X32 XAH expired on 5 May 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X32 XAH done?
X32 XAH was recorded at 120,597 miles at its MOT on 27 May 2025, an average of 3,922 miles a year.
Has X32 XAH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X32 XAH has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 27 May 2025.
Has the mileage on X32 XAH 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 X32 XAH find?
X32 XAH failed its latest MOT on 27 May 2025 with 1 dangerous defect, 7 major defects, 1 defect repaired at the test and 2 advisories: offside rear inner tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure; exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits, and 8 more.

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