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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Petrol · 2000 · 1,781 cc

X447 EKRMOT history

X447 EKR is a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 9 Oct 2000. Its MOT expired on 3 Apr 2024 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 141,911 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Mar 2023.

X447 EKR blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 3 Apr 2024
Mileage
141,911 mi
At MOT on 27 Mar 2023
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,320 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X447 EKR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
9 Oct 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Apr 2024
Latest MOT test
27 Mar 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

X447 EKR was last recorded at 141,911 miles on 27 Mar 2023, 3,296 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Apr 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
138,615 miles · 4 Apr 2022
Between the last two tests
3,296 miles
Average per year
5,320 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 141,911 miles
  • 2022 – 138,615 miles
  • 2021 – 130,160 miles
  • 2020 – 121,390 miles
  • 2019 – 115,535 miles
  • 2018 – 113,827 miles
  • 2014 – 107,181 miles
  • 2013 – 100,540 miles
  • 2012 – 95,449 miles
  • 2011 – 91,584 miles
  • 2010 – 87,195 miles
  • 2009 – 82,694 miles
  • 2008 – 77,325 miles
  • 2007 – 67,066 miles
  • 2006 – 52,453 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass141,911 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear 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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2013

  • Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2013

Full MOT history

20 tests since 2 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass141,911 miles (+3,296)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    141,911 miles
    Test number
    364661707198
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass138,615 miles (+120)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    138,615 miles
    Test number
    739190443671
    • MinorFront Brake hose slightly damaged both (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorFront Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Fail138,495 miles (+8,335)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,495 miles
    Test number
    628509404747
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass130,160 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    130,160 miles
    Test number
    326511433378
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorating

  5. Fail130,160 miles (+8,770)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,160 miles
    Test number
    281931660158
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorating

  6. Pass121,390 miles (+5,855)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    121,390 miles
    Test number
    673324837935
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front-to-rear/rears (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Centre box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisorySub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear sub-frame mounting bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass115,535 miles (+1,708)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    115,535 miles
    Test number
    367542655865
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  8. Pass113,827 miles (+6,646)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    113,827 miles
    Test number
    889051310087
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass107,181 miles (+6,641)8 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    107,181 miles
    Test number
    775966114145
    • NoteAlternator belt cracking
    • NoteEngine warning light illuminated
    • NoteExhaust heat shield insecure
    • NoteFront number plate damaged
    • NoteN/s/r tyre deflated
    • NoteO/s/f drive shaft has rubbed on anti roll bar
    • NoteRear brake disc corroded front inner disc corroded
    • NoteSlight drag o/s/r brake

  10. Pass100,540 miles (+5,091)8 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    100,540 miles
    Test number
    827767003158
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteEngine managment light on
    • NoteFront number plate damaged but not likely to be misread

  11. Pass95,449 miles (+3,865)9 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    95,449 miles
    Test number
    527756912116
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteCut in sidewall of o/s/f tyre
    • NoteN/s/f tyre worn to <3mm tread
    • NoteO/s/f tyre worn to <3mm tread
    • NoteRear bush on n/s/f wishbone torn
    • NoteWipers slow but passable

  12. Fail91,584 miles2 repaired19 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,584 miles
    Test number
    216348611495
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension weakened but no possibility of the body or a component fouling a road wheel (2.4.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension weakened but no possibility of the body or a component fouling a road wheel (2.4.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteFront brake discs corroded and pitted on inner faces
    • NoteFront number plate damaged but not likely to be misread

  13. Pass91,584 miles (+4,389)19 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    91,584 miles
    Test number
    256278711470
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension weakened but no possibility of the body or a component fouling a road wheel (2.4.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension weakened but no possibility of the body or a component fouling a road wheel (2.4.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteFront brake discs corroded and pitted on inner faces
    • NoteFront number plate damaged but not likely to be misread

  14. Pass87,195 miles14 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    87,195 miles
    Test number
    702570120152
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • 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)
    • NoteO/s/f driveshaft has rubbed on anti roll bar unable to find excess movement/play

  15. Fail87,195 miles (+4,501)2 failures14 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,195 miles
    Test number
    191920020152
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • 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)
    • NoteO/s/f driveshaft has rubbed on anti roll bar unable to find excess movement/play
    • NoteRear tyres worn on outer edges

  16. Pass82,694 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    82,694 miles
    Test number
    273050629136
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryFront brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • NoteO/s drive shaft has been hitting antiroll bar

  17. Fail82,694 miles (+5,369)1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,694 miles
    Test number
    730690529159
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryFront brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • NoteO/s drive shaft has been hitting antiroll bar

  18. Pass77,325 miles (+10,259)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    77,325 miles
    Test number
    263695708417
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres going out of shape

  19. Pass67,066 miles (+14,613)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    67,066 miles
    Test number
    321930787181
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

  20. Pass52,453 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    52,453 miles
    Test number
    410173956103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X447 EKR

Does X447 EKR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X447 EKR expired on 3 Apr 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X447 EKR?
The MOT on X447 EKR expired on 3 Apr 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X447 EKR done?
X447 EKR was recorded at 141,911 miles at its MOT on 27 Mar 2023, an average of 5,320 miles a year.
Has X447 EKR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X447 EKR has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on X447 EKR 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 EKR find?
X447 EKR passed its latest MOT on 27 Mar 2023 with 8 advisories: nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; nearside front tyre slightly damaged tread; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 5 more.

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