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Volkswagen Golf

Green · Petrol · 2000 · 1,390 cc

X447 AAUMOT history

X447 AAU is a green petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 19 Sept 2000. Its MOT is valid until 29 Sept 2027 and it has passed 21 of 36 MOT tests, with 125,132 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Sept 2026.

X447 AAU green Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 29 Sept 2027
Mileage
125,132 mi
At MOT on 22 Sept 2026
MOT tests
36
21 passed · 15 failed
Per year
4,330 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X447 AAU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
19 Sept 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X447 AAU was last recorded at 125,132 miles on 22 Sept 2026, 1,260 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
123,872 miles · 30 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
1,260 miles
Average per year
4,330 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 125,132 miles
  • 2025 – 123,872 miles
  • 2024 – 122,682 miles
  • 2023 – 121,198 miles
  • 2022 – 119,737 miles
  • 2021 – 117,694 miles
  • 2020 – 113,587 miles
  • 2019 – 109,220 miles
  • 2018 – 103,991 miles
  • 2017 – 98,873 miles
  • 2016 – 93,223 miles
  • 2015 – 87,817 miles
  • 2014 – 82,335 miles
  • 2013 – 77,682 miles
  • 2012 – 72,730 miles
  • 2011 – 67,719 miles
  • 2010 – 62,471 miles
  • 2009 – 56,913 miles
  • 2008 – 50,633 miles
  • 2007 – 45,330 miles
  • 2006 – 39,319 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass125,132 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both sides
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides (1.1.11 (c))

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.

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major6 MOTs, 2018–2025

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2017

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

36 tests since 27 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass125,132 miles (+1,260)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    125,132 miles
    Test number
    866124731929
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both sides
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass123,872 miles (+19)1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    123,872 miles
    Test number
    352769573175
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Fail123,853 miles (+1,171)2 major1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,853 miles
    Test number
    141568538104
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength near axle mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Pass122,682 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    122,682 miles
    Test number
    689877144970
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded

  5. Fail122,682 miles (+1,484)2 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,682 miles
    Test number
    661686695467
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded

  6. Pass121,198 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    121,198 miles
    Test number
    335123103348

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail121,195 miles (+1,458)6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,195 miles
    Test number
    420606501060
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • 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 default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

  8. Pass119,737 miles (+2,043)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    119,737 miles
    Test number
    805205191847
    • MinorOffside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass117,694 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    117,694 miles
    Test number
    196796271507

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail117,687 miles (+4,100)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,687 miles
    Test number
    124476317612
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  11. Pass113,587 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    113,587 miles
    Test number
    863437724211
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Fail113,587 miles (+4,367)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,587 miles
    Test number
    485431020021
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass109,220 miles (+5,229)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    109,220 miles
    Test number
    744436157331

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass103,991 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    103,991 miles
    Test number
    879497079620
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  15. Fail103,990 miles (+5,117)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,990 miles
    Test number
    250672461584
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  16. Pass98,873 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    98,873 miles
    Test number
    767607493636
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  17. Fail98,872 miles (+5,649)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,872 miles
    Test number
    464898256259
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 0.32 (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • 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)

  18. Pass93,223 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    93,223 miles
    Test number
    698045181741
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  19. Fail93,223 miles (+5,406)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,223 miles
    Test number
    865451594401
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  20. Pass87,817 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    87,817 miles
    Test number
    360833505593
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Fail87,817 miles (+5,482)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,817 miles
    Test number
    230037750971
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass82,335 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    82,335 miles
    Test number
    936388704305

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail82,335 miles (+4,653)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,335 miles
    Test number
    408508204382
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  24. Fail77,682 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,682 miles
    Test number
    168006513356
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass77,682 miles (+4,952)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    77,682 miles
    Test number
    568876213389
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass72,730 miles (+67)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    72,730 miles
    Test number
    656695022364
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  27. Fail72,663 miles (+4,944)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,663 miles
    Test number
    777011922387
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  28. Pass67,719 miles (+5,248)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    67,719 miles
    Test number
    579913431316
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  29. Pass62,471 miles (+5,558)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    62,471 miles
    Test number
    353604830301
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  30. Pass56,913 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    56,913 miles
    Test number
    340487129334

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail56,913 miles (+6,280)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,913 miles
    Test number
    634467929307
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

  32. Pass50,633 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    50,633 miles
    Test number
    491987818308
    • NoteHole in o/s head lamp not affecting aim

  33. Fail50,633 miles (+5,303)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,633 miles
    Test number
    774407918388
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • NoteHole in o/s head lamp not affecting aim

  34. Pass45,330 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    45,330 miles
    Test number
    441490237404

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  35. Fail45,330 miles (+6,011)4 dangerous3 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,330 miles
    Test number
    984890437309
    • DangerousNearside Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)
    • DangerousNearside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)
    • DangerousOffside Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)
    • DangerousOffside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)
    • FailureFront Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteFront no.plate cracked

  36. Pass39,319 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    39,319 miles
    Test number
    550081436383

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X447 AAU

Does X447 AAU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X447 AAU is valid until 29 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on X447 AAU?
The MOT on X447 AAU is valid until 29 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X447 AAU done?
X447 AAU was recorded at 125,132 miles at its MOT on 22 Sept 2026, an average of 4,330 miles a year.
Has X447 AAU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X447 AAU has failed 15 of its 36 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on X447 AAU 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 X447 AAU find?
X447 AAU passed its latest MOT on 22 Sept 2026 with 6 advisories: central front oil leak, but not excessive; front inner play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides; nearside rear coil spring corroded, and 3 more.

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