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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2003 · 1,896 cc

X4 AXKMOT history

X4 AXK is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 31 Mar 2003. Its MOT is valid until 4 Sept 2027 and it has passed 21 of 33 MOT tests, with 184,683 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Aug 2026.

X4 AXK black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 4 Sept 2027
Mileage
184,683 mi
At MOT on 31 Aug 2026
MOT tests
33
21 passed · 12 failed
Per year
7,174 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X4 AXK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
31 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
31 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X4 AXK was last recorded at 184,683 miles on 31 Aug 2026, 2,304 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Sept 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 4 May 2017: 14,738 miles, lower than 147,538 miles on 3 May 2017.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
182,379 miles · 5 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
2,304 miles
Average per year
7,174 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 184,683 miles
  • 2025 – 182,379 miles
  • 2024 – 179,260 miles
  • 2023 – 175,641 miles
  • 2022 – 172,734 miles
  • 2021 – 170,493 miles
  • 2020 – 168,298 miles
  • 2019 – 162,672 miles
  • 2018 – 153,641 miles
  • 2017 – 14,738 miles
  • 2016 – 141,208 miles
  • 2015 – 134,331 miles
  • 2014 – 128,370 miles
  • 2013 – 120,357 miles
  • 2012 – 109,892 miles
  • 2011 – 102,531 miles
  • 2010 – 93,472 miles
  • 2009 – 80,287 miles
  • 2008 – 67,231 miles
  • 2007 – 53,271 miles
  • 2006 – 38,011 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass184,683 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  • 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))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component power steering pipe has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (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.

  • Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2018

  • Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear pipes/hoses to calipers

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Slight play both rear axle bushes

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

33 tests since 21 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass184,683 miles (+2,304)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    184,683 miles
    Test number
    373011193291
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component power steering pipe has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass182,379 miles (+15)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    182,379 miles
    Test number
    600177130162
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail182,364 miles (+3,104)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,364 miles
    Test number
    398189072029
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt missing (7.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass179,260 miles (+3,619)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    179,260 miles
    Test number
    782741163724
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear mudflap loose
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Pass175,641 miles (+2,907)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    175,641 miles
    Test number
    923288819783

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass172,734 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    172,734 miles
    Test number
    357465921684

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail172,732 miles (+2,239)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,732 miles
    Test number
    942301808560
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

  8. Pass170,493 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    170,493 miles
    Test number
    814979247867

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail170,491 miles (+2,193)2 dangerous6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,491 miles
    Test number
    208037573690
    • DangerousFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system from flex to front (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorDriver's view of an obligatory external mirror significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust particulate filter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded from flex to flex (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded from flex to front (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from caliper to flex (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from flex to front (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass168,298 miles (+11)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    168,298 miles
    Test number
    712993858152
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear pipes/hoses to calipers (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySlight play both rear axle bushes

  11. Fail168,287 miles (+5,615)2 dangerous5 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,287 miles
    Test number
    591587431522
    • DangerousOffside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both rear tyres 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Oil leaking excessively from transmission driveshaft seal heavy oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOther passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed boot doesnt open from outside (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear pipes/hoses to calipers (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySlight play both rear axle bushes

  12. Pass162,672 miles (+4,654)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    162,672 miles
    Test number
    803950620737
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Fail158,018 miles (+4,377)5 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,018 miles
    Test number
    834462474664
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded caliper end (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MinorFront Electrical wiring inadequately secured beside radiater (4.11 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bushes both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn bald outer shoulder (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear seats missing at time of test

  14. Pass153,641 miles (+29)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2019
    Odometer
    153,641 miles
    Test number
    835764534854
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded Both Front To Rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Worn Outer Edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Worn Outer Edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded Both (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • AdvisoryRear Standard fitment seat belt missing All
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Fail153,612 miles (+138,874)7 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,612 miles
    Test number
    935634125169
    • FailureEmissions not tested Possible Damage Could Occur On Smoke Test, Engine Noise/Missfire At Around 2500 RPM (7.4.B.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn linkage (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded Both Front To Rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Worn Outer Edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Worn Outer Edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded Both (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass14,738 miles (-132,800)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2018
    Odometer
    14,738 miles
    Test number
    375049673134
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  17. Fail147,538 miles (+6,330)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,538 miles
    Test number
    201997333575
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion wheel arch (6.1.C.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  18. Pass141,208 miles (+6,877)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2017
    Odometer
    141,208 miles
    Test number
    234311013565

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass134,331 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    134,331 miles
    Test number
    578793095018
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteSlight play osf inner rack

  20. Fail134,331 miles (+5,961)1 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,331 miles
    Test number
    756083995073
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteSlight play osf inner rack

  21. Pass128,370 miles3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    128,370 miles
    Test number
    357666004139
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  22. Fail128,370 miles (+8,013)3 repaired3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,370 miles
    Test number
    807926604198
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  23. Pass120,357 miles (+10,465)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    120,357 miles
    Test number
    617205483080
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  24. Pass109,892 miles (+7,361)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    109,892 miles
    Test number
    228580892028
    • NoteOil leak

  25. Fail102,531 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,531 miles
    Test number
    968111701110
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  26. Pass102,531 miles (+9,059)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    102,531 miles
    Test number
    985041501124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass93,472 miles (+13,185)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    93,472 miles
    Test number
    524742090047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass80,287 miles (+13,056)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    80,287 miles
    Test number
    880031269098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass67,231 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    67,231 miles
    Test number
    152763278052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail67,231 miles (+13,960)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,231 miles
    Test number
    864043278080
    • Repaired at testFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • Repaired at testRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  31. Fail53,271 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,271 miles
    Test number
    191389577031
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

  32. Pass53,271 miles (+15,260)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    53,271 miles
    Test number
    640259877035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Pass38,011 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    38,011 miles
    Test number
    242240986036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X4 AXK

Does X4 AXK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X4 AXK is valid until 4 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on X4 AXK?
The MOT on X4 AXK is valid until 4 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X4 AXK done?
X4 AXK was recorded at 184,683 miles at its MOT on 31 Aug 2026, an average of 7,174 miles a year.
Has X4 AXK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X4 AXK has failed 12 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on X4 AXK ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 4 May 2017. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on X4 AXK find?
X4 AXK passed its latest MOT on 31 Aug 2026 with 7 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; front service brake fluctuating, but not excessively; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 4 more.

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