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Volkswagen Golf

Red · Diesel · 2000 · 1,896 cc

X437 URMMOT history

X437 URM is a red diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 13 Sept 2000. Its MOT expired on 23 Aug 2023 and it has passed 18 of 29 MOT tests, with 147,308 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Aug 2022.

X437 URM red Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 23 Aug 2023
Mileage
147,308 mi
At MOT on 16 Aug 2022
MOT tests
29
18 passed · 11 failed
Per year
6,376 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X437 URM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
13 Sept 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Aug 2023
Latest MOT test
16 Aug 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

X437 URM was last recorded at 147,308 miles on 16 Aug 2022, 3,345 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Aug 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
143,963 miles · 18 Aug 2021
Between the last two tests
3,345 miles
Average per year
6,376 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 147,308 miles
  • 2021 – 143,963 miles
  • 2020 – 140,850 miles
  • 2019 – 134,813 miles
  • 2018 – 127,304 miles
  • 2017 – 119,650 miles
  • 2016 – 110,565 miles
  • 2015 – 105,446 miles
  • 2014 – 100,633 miles
  • 2013 – 92,160 miles
  • 2012 – 89,215 miles
  • 2011 – 85,414 miles
  • 2010 – 80,153 miles
  • 2009 – 74,561 miles
  • 2008 – 67,834 miles
  • 2007 – 60,119 miles
  • 2006 – 50,069 miles
  • 2005 – 39,300 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass147,308 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Coolant leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

29 tests since 7 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass147,308 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    147,308 miles
    Test number
    119320186654
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail147,308 miles (+3,345)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,308 miles
    Test number
    810176747063
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass143,963 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    143,963 miles
    Test number
    226992333209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail143,963 miles (+3,113)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,963 miles
    Test number
    521651755265
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass140,850 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    140,850 miles
    Test number
    136318645890

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail140,847 miles (+6,034)9 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,847 miles
    Test number
    296560022264
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  7. Pass134,813 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    134,813 miles
    Test number
    549994328384
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  8. Fail134,813 miles (+7,509)2 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,813 miles
    Test number
    173935029447
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  9. Pass127,304 miles (+4)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    127,304 miles
    Test number
    631421802151
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryBoot wont open from the outside but able to access front inside. panel removed
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted time of test
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded and sleeve cracked

  10. Fail127,300 miles (+7,650)1 dangerous5 major13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,300 miles
    Test number
    763260825236
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryBoot wont open from the outside but able to access front inside. panel removed
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted time of test
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded and sleeve cracked

  11. Pass119,650 miles (+9,085)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    119,650 miles
    Test number
    991844588619
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Pass110,565 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    110,565 miles
    Test number
    736051544076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail110,565 miles (+5,119)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,565 miles
    Test number
    981845181395
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  14. Pass105,446 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    105,446 miles
    Test number
    257768205842

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail105,446 miles (+4,813)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,446 miles
    Test number
    121696930649
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  16. Pass100,633 miles (+8,473)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    100,633 miles
    Test number
    949240864273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass92,160 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    92,160 miles
    Test number
    388893433216
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  18. Fail92,160 miles (+2,945)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,160 miles
    Test number
    477153733280
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass89,215 miles (+3,801)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    89,215 miles
    Test number
    316288432445

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass85,414 miles (+5,261)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    85,414 miles
    Test number
    469080831267
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteAir bag light is on

  21. Pass80,153 miles (+5,592)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    80,153 miles
    Test number
    101478130218
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteAir bag light on

  22. Pass74,561 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    74,561 miles
    Test number
    370987939489
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth reer doors not opening from inside child locks

  23. Fail74,561 miles (+6,727)3 failures1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,561 miles
    Test number
    672357239220
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth reer doors not opening from inside child locks

  24. Pass67,834 miles (+7,715)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    67,834 miles
    Test number
    644803958223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass60,119 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    60,119 miles
    Test number
    310912037273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail60,119 miles (+10,050)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,119 miles
    Test number
    634282737291
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  27. Pass50,069 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    50,069 miles
    Test number
    850839046207
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  28. Fail50,069 miles (+10,769)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,069 miles
    Test number
    593369046250
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

  29. Pass39,300 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    39,300 miles
    Test number
    644990255280
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about X437 URM

Does X437 URM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X437 URM expired on 23 Aug 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X437 URM?
The MOT on X437 URM expired on 23 Aug 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X437 URM done?
X437 URM was recorded at 147,308 miles at its MOT on 16 Aug 2022, an average of 6,376 miles a year.
Has X437 URM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X437 URM has failed 11 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on X437 URM 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 X437 URM find?
X437 URM passed its latest MOT on 16 Aug 2022 with 2 advisories: nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened.

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