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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Diesel · 2000 · 1,896 cc

X38 MFLMOT history

X38 MFL is a silver diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 10 Nov 2000. Its MOT expired on 16 Dec 2022 and it has passed 16 of 27 MOT tests, with 185,122 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Dec 2021.

X38 MFL silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 16 Dec 2022
Mileage
185,122 mi
At MOT on 17 Dec 2021
MOT tests
27
16 passed · 11 failed
Per year
8,247 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X38 MFL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
10 Nov 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Dec 2022
Latest MOT test
17 Dec 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

X38 MFL was last recorded at 185,122 miles on 17 Dec 2021, 4,366 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Dec 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
180,756 miles · 17 Dec 2020
Between the last two tests
4,366 miles
Average per year
8,247 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 185,122 miles
  • 2020 – 180,756 miles
  • 2019 – 171,234 miles
  • 2018 – 158,120 miles
  • 2017 – 143,990 miles
  • 2016 – 136,441 miles
  • 2015 – 126,879 miles
  • 2013 – 123,561 miles
  • 2012 – 114,589 miles
  • 2011 – 106,809 miles
  • 2010 – 99,213 miles
  • 2009 – 93,829 miles
  • 2008 – 89,636 miles
  • 2007 – 80,863 miles
  • 2006 – 68,463 miles
  • 2005 – 52,313 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass185,122 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement upper and lower drop link bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement upper and lower drop link bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle 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 Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2005–2013

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Brake pipe slightly damaged (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

Full MOT history

27 tests since 9 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass185,122 miles (+4,366)15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    185,122 miles
    Test number
    823685306489
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement upper and lower drop link bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement upper and lower drop link bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass180,756 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    180,756 miles
    Test number
    676700004462
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel arch corroded, not likely to cause injury
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail186,756 miles (+15,522)1 dangerous1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,756 miles
    Test number
    351501573802
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel arch corroded, not likely to cause injury
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass171,234 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    171,234 miles
    Test number
    921852310182
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage 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 1.6mm, wearing close to cords. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear most bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail171,234 miles (+13,114)1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,234 miles
    Test number
    873238460344
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage 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 1.6mm, wearing close to cords. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear most bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass158,120 miles (+170)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    158,120 miles
    Test number
    640803565982

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail157,950 miles (+13,960)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,950 miles
    Test number
    350219190055
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush on nsf wishbone (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass143,990 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    143,990 miles
    Test number
    194321894117
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worse on inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryAdvise engine under tray broken and in poor condition
    • AdvisoryAdvise rear shock absorber dust covers deteriorated

  9. Fail143,990 miles (+7,549)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,990 miles
    Test number
    456474748458
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worse on inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryAdvise engine under tray broken and in poor condition
    • AdvisoryAdvise rear shock absorber dust covers deteriorated

  10. Pass136,441 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    136,441 miles
    Test number
    584589986118
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear bump stop perishing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover / undertray

  11. Fail136,441 miles (+9,562)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,441 miles
    Test number
    844846451512
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear bump stop perishing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover / undertray

  12. Pass126,879 miles (+3,318)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    126,879 miles
    Test number
    435613455192
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNearside rear seat belt retracting mechanism slow.

  13. Pass123,561 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    123,561 miles
    Test number
    905002803384
    • 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)

  14. Fail123,561 miles (+8,972)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,561 miles
    Test number
    157111003362
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • 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)

  15. Pass114,589 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    114,589 miles
    Test number
    756566402326

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail114,589 miles (+7,780)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,589 miles
    Test number
    476056402307
    • FailureBrake servo vacuum pipe split (3.6.C.1b)
    • NoteWiper rubbers split

  17. Pass106,809 miles (+7,596)1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    106,809 miles
    Test number
    467038301497
    • NoteRear bump stops split

  18. Fail99,213 miles1 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,213 miles
    Test number
    133698200356
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteNail in rear tyre
    • NoteRear bumpstops split

  19. Pass99,213 miles (+5,384)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    99,213 miles
    Test number
    532688200392
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteNail in rear tyre
    • NoteRear bumpstops split

  20. Pass93,829 miles (+4,193)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    93,829 miles
    Test number
    274498209319
    • AdvisoryInner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • NoteFront wiper blades split at ends

  21. Pass89,636 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    89,636 miles
    Test number
    913514708341
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly damaged (3.6.B.2c)

  22. Fail89,636 miles (+8,773)2 dangerous3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,636 miles
    Test number
    624013308382
    • DangerousNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureNearside Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly damaged (3.6.B.2c)

  23. Pass80,863 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    80,863 miles
    Test number
    681278287209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail80,863 miles (+12,400)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,863 miles
    Test number
    783768787276
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  25. Pass68,463 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    68,463 miles
    Test number
    273986206302

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail68,463 miles (+16,150)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,463 miles
    Test number
    360586206376
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • Note1. Near side front door mirror glass cracked †2. Near side rear tyre on 2.5mm on outer edge (within centre 3/4 of tread) †3. Squeal from auxillary belt area

  27. Pass52,313 miles3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    52,313 miles
    Test number
    572133315336
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNearside rear bumpstop perished
    • NoteRear axle bushes split
    • NoteRear registration plate delaminating
    • NoteWishbone rear bushes split

Questions about X38 MFL

Does X38 MFL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X38 MFL expired on 16 Dec 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X38 MFL?
The MOT on X38 MFL expired on 16 Dec 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X38 MFL done?
X38 MFL was recorded at 185,122 miles at its MOT on 17 Dec 2021, an average of 8,247 miles a year.
Has X38 MFL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X38 MFL has failed 11 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Dec 2020.
Has the mileage on X38 MFL 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 X38 MFL find?
X38 MFL passed its latest MOT on 17 Dec 2021 with 15 advisories: central front oil leak, but not excessive; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated, and 12 more.

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