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Volkswagen Golf

Red · Petrol · 2000 · 1,800 cc

X49 WCGMOT history

X49 WCG is a red petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 22 Sept 2000. Its MOT is valid until 13 Jul 2027 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 68,739 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Jul 2026.

X49 WCG red Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 13 Jul 2027
Mileage
68,739 mi
At MOT on 14 Jul 2026
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,279 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X49 WCG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,800 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
22 Sept 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X49 WCG was last recorded at 68,739 miles on 14 Jul 2026, 7 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
68,732 miles · 1 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
7 miles
Average per year
2,279 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 68,739 miles
  • 2025 – 68,540 miles
  • 2024 – 67,233 miles
  • 2023 – 65,733 miles
  • 2022 – 64,315 miles
  • 2021 – 63,399 miles
  • 2020 – 62,497 miles
  • 2017 – 61,991 miles
  • 2016 – 59,248 miles
  • 2015 – 54,296 miles
  • 2014 – 52,604 miles
  • 2013 – 48,525 miles
  • 2012 – 45,379 miles
  • 2011 – 41,125 miles
  • 2010 – 37,266 miles
  • 2009 – 34,468 miles
  • 2008 – 30,495 miles
  • 2007 – 27,453 miles
  • 2006 – 23,549 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass68,739 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective " split on ends " (3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement " rear bushing of lower control arm " (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front aerial insecure on wing, not likely too fall at time of testRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement " rear bushing of lower control arm " (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear " jacking point is corroded, not considered excessive at time of test "Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 195/50/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn " both sides " (5.1.2 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryGenerally corrosion and covered in under seal / grease like substance under sideRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • High level stop lamp not working

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

26 tests since 15 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass68,739 miles (+7)1 minor14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    68,739 miles
    Test number
    489569170005
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective " split on ends " (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement " rear bushing of lower control arm " (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front aerial insecure on wing, not likely too fall at time of test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement " rear bushing of lower control arm " (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear " jacking point is corroded, not considered excessive at time of test "
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 195/50/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn " both sides " (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGenerally corrosion and covered in under seal / grease like substance under side

  2. Fail68,732 miles (+192)4 major1 minor15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,732 miles
    Test number
    920888688364
    • MajorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn " top mount " (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded " axle to body " (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded " axle to body " (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective " split on ends " (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement " rear bushing of lower control arm " (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front aerial insecure on wing, not likely too fall at time of test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement " rear bushing of lower control arm " (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement " top mount " (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear " jacking point is corroded, not considered excessive at time of test "
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 195/50/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn " both sides " (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGenerally corrosion and covered in under seal / grease like substance under side

  3. Pass68,540 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    68,540 miles
    Test number
    683468690271
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHigh level stop lamp not working
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre cracking in between tread

  4. Fail68,540 miles (+1,307)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,540 miles
    Test number
    174882546674
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHigh level stop lamp not working
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre cracking in between tread

  5. Pass67,233 miles (+1,500)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    67,233 miles
    Test number
    343855574378
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both top mounts (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp both (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass65,733 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    65,733 miles
    Test number
    927551798377
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Inside wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  7. Fail65,733 miles (+1,418)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,733 miles
    Test number
    710719912241
    • Repaired at testOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Inside wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  8. Pass64,315 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    64,315 miles
    Test number
    708015391707
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All discs worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front lower arm rear bushes worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Rear axle bushes worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Various brake and suspension components corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Fail64,313 miles (+914)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,313 miles
    Test number
    208117476396
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both front wipers split (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Pipe to flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All discs worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front lower arm rear bushes worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Rear axle bushes worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Various brake and suspension components corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  10. Pass63,399 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    63,399 miles
    Test number
    210288081536
    • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light missing (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all rear covered with grease (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Fail63,399 miles (+902)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,399 miles
    Test number
    331754835786
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light missing (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all rear covered with grease (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Pass62,497 miles (+506)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    62,497 miles
    Test number
    812922443795
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Fluid leak, but not excessive engine coolant leak thermostat housing (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass61,991 miles (+2,743)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    61,991 miles
    Test number
    422981549842

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass59,248 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    59,248 miles
    Test number
    540878051824
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  15. Fail59,248 miles (+4,952)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,248 miles
    Test number
    804360820018
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  16. Pass54,296 miles (+1,692)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    54,296 miles
    Test number
    284370451659

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass52,604 miles (+4,079)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    52,604 miles
    Test number
    566456344283
    • AdvisoryCentre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  18. Pass48,525 miles (+3,146)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    48,525 miles
    Test number
    339540943282
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  19. Pass45,379 miles (+4,254)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    45,379 miles
    Test number
    955106652270
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.4)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSmall chips in screen

  20. Pass41,125 miles (+3,859)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    41,125 miles
    Test number
    266669051207
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteOil leak

  21. Pass37,266 miles (+2,798)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    37,266 miles
    Test number
    723851750295
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  22. Pass34,468 miles (+3,973)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    34,468 miles
    Test number
    584874059244
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  23. Pass30,495 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    30,495 miles
    Test number
    382514058484
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  24. Fail30,495 miles (+3,042)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,495 miles
    Test number
    541944558241
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  25. Pass27,453 miles (+3,904)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    27,453 miles
    Test number
    292852167299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass23,549 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    23,549 miles
    Test number
    392608056289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X49 WCG

Does X49 WCG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X49 WCG is valid until 13 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on X49 WCG?
The MOT on X49 WCG is valid until 13 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X49 WCG done?
X49 WCG was recorded at 68,739 miles at its MOT on 14 Jul 2026, an average of 2,279 miles a year.
Has X49 WCG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X49 WCG has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on X49 WCG 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 X49 WCG find?
X49 WCG passed its latest MOT on 14 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 14 advisories: offside front windscreen wiper blade defective " split on ends "; central exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 12 more.

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