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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 2000 · 1,781 cc

X453 VUFMOT history

X453 VUF is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 3 Nov 2000. Its MOT is valid until 6 May 2027 and it has passed 20 of 22 MOT tests, with 182,745 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 May 2026.

X453 VUF black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 6 May 2027
Mileage
182,745 mi
At MOT on 7 May 2026
MOT tests
22
20 passed · 2 failed
Per year
6,410 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X453 VUF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
3 Nov 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 May 2027
Latest MOT test
7 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X453 VUF was last recorded at 182,745 miles on 7 May 2026, 1,149 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
181,596 miles · 21 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
1,149 miles
Average per year
6,410 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 182,745 miles
  • 2025 – 181,596 miles
  • 2021 – 176,469 miles
  • 2020 – 167,941 miles
  • 2019 – 159,032 miles
  • 2018 – 153,919 miles
  • 2017 – 149,452 miles
  • 2016 – 127,669 miles
  • 2015 – 110,437 miles
  • 2014 – 93,030 miles
  • 2013 – 84,030 miles
  • 2012 – 76,067 miles
  • 2011 – 70,522 miles
  • 2010 – 67,683 miles
  • 2009 – 64,738 miles
  • 2008 – 61,879 miles
  • 2007 – 58,483 miles
  • 2006 – 56,719 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass182,745 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (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 Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Offside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

22 tests since 8 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass182,745 miles (+1,149)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2027
    Odometer
    182,745 miles
    Test number
    212398365524
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

  2. Pass181,596 miles (+5,127)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    181,596 miles
    Test number
    536111548864
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass176,469 miles (+8,528)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    176,469 miles
    Test number
    410532479494
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront bumper slightly insecure
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass167,941 miles (+8,909)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    167,941 miles
    Test number
    683487080705

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass159,032 miles (+5,113)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    159,032 miles
    Test number
    144191659040
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi-pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust flexi-pipe deteriorated

  6. Pass153,919 miles (+4,467)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    153,919 miles
    Test number
    248703390082
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryDecelerometer test carried out as vehicle is too low for brake rollers.
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on

  7. Pass149,452 miles (+4,838)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    149,452 miles
    Test number
    571670791946
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  8. Pass144,614 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    144,614 miles
    Test number
    409701898044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail144,614 miles (+16,945)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,614 miles
    Test number
    455054537581
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp not working on main beam offside (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testRear position lamp(s) not working offside (1.1.A.3b)

  10. Pass127,669 miles (+17,232)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    127,669 miles
    Test number
    751722960706

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass110,437 miles (+17,407)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    110,437 miles
    Test number
    157335724463
    • AdvisoryRear Brake lining(s) wearing thin Both close to limit (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both close to limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass93,030 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    93,030 miles
    Test number
    395027824455
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteCentre exhaust mount broken

  13. Fail93,030 miles (+9,000)1 repaired4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,030 miles
    Test number
    805397924274
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteCentre exhaust mount broken

  14. Pass84,030 miles (+7,963)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    84,030 miles
    Test number
    976504133273
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNearside washer jet blocked

  15. Pass76,067 miles (+5,545)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    76,067 miles
    Test number
    415374532286
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass70,522 miles (+2,839)
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    70,522 miles
    Test number
    928835621268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass67,683 miles (+2,945)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    67,683 miles
    Test number
    473080240219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass64,738 miles (+2,859)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    64,738 miles
    Test number
    610946469234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass61,879 miles (+334)
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    61,879 miles
    Test number
    601523848317

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass61,545 miles (+3,062)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    61,545 miles
    Test number
    334104168189
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass58,483 miles (+1,764)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    58,483 miles
    Test number
    413167377131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass56,719 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    56,719 miles
    Test number
    354081256220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X453 VUF

Does X453 VUF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X453 VUF is valid until 6 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on X453 VUF?
The MOT on X453 VUF is valid until 6 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X453 VUF done?
X453 VUF was recorded at 182,745 miles at its MOT on 7 May 2026, an average of 6,410 miles a year.
Has X453 VUF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X453 VUF has failed 2 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Jun 2017.
Has the mileage on X453 VUF 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 X453 VUF find?
X453 VUF passed its latest MOT on 7 May 2026 with 2 minor defects: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; windscreen wiper blade defective.

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