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Volkswagen Golf

Green · Diesel · 2000 · 1,896 cc

X56 ECFMOT history

X56 ECF is a green diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 4 Sept 2000. Its MOT expired on 31 Aug 2026 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 206,140 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Aug 2025.

X56 ECF green Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 31 Aug 2026
Mileage
206,140 mi
At MOT on 22 Aug 2025
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,705 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X56 ECF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
4 Sept 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 31 Aug 2026
Latest MOT test
22 Aug 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

X56 ECF was last recorded at 206,140 miles on 22 Aug 2025, 3,871 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
202,269 miles · 30 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
3,871 miles
Average per year
7,705 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 206,140 miles
  • 2024 – 202,269 miles
  • 2023 – 197,263 miles
  • 2022 – 190,637 miles
  • 2021 – 183,916 miles
  • 2017 – 166,182 miles
  • 2016 – 153,182 miles
  • 2015 – 146,149 miles
  • 2014 – 136,210 miles
  • 2013 – 124,396 miles
  • 2012 – 119,702 miles
  • 2011 – 114,570 miles
  • 2010 – 108,725 miles
  • 2009 – 95,063 miles
  • 2008 – 85,186 miles
  • 2007 – 74,455 miles
  • 2006 – 63,670 miles
  • 2005 – 52,327 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass206,140 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Manifold to cat.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Coil spring corroded Both rear coil springs correded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Tracking a long way out

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2015

Full MOT history

24 tests since 5 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass206,140 miles (+3,871)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    206,140 miles
    Test number
    729428974671
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass202,269 miles (+67)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    202,269 miles
    Test number
    903266996703
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Manifold to cat. (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both rear coil springs correded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Fail202,202 miles (+4,939)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    202,202 miles
    Test number
    176844949606
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Manifold to cat. (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both rear coil springs correded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass197,263 miles (+6,626)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    197,263 miles
    Test number
    296729288661
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass190,637 miles (+46)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    190,637 miles
    Test number
    664641539242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail190,591 miles (+6,675)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,591 miles
    Test number
    475199379620
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  7. Pass183,916 miles (+11)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    183,916 miles
    Test number
    955672429461
    • AdvisoryTracking a long way out

  8. Fail183,905 miles (+17,723)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,905 miles
    Test number
    376905803397
    • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryTracking a long way out

  9. Pass166,182 miles (+13,000)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    166,182 miles
    Test number
    291610102903
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  10. Pass153,182 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    153,182 miles
    Test number
    198244140995
    • AdvisoryBoth front wings are corroded on arch

  11. Fail153,182 miles (+7,033)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,182 miles
    Test number
    504994296774
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryBoth front wings are corroded on arch

  12. Pass146,149 miles (+9,939)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    146,149 miles
    Test number
    952859001843
    • AdvisoryFront wings corroded but not dangerous
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front slight play detected in steering rack inner joint
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear shock absorber shrouds have dropped
    • AdvisoryOsf inner wing liner and front bumper skirt are damaged/missing leaving intercooler exposed

  13. Pass136,210 miles (+3)1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    136,210 miles
    Test number
    308089254212
    • NoteOsf and nsf wings corroded but no sharp edges at time of test

  14. Fail136,207 miles (+11,811)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,207 miles
    Test number
    445563154243
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOsf and nsf wings corroded but no sharp edges at time of test

  15. Pass124,396 miles (+4,694)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    124,396 miles
    Test number
    659775553295
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass119,702 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    119,702 miles
    Test number
    309885592122
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail119,702 miles (+5,132)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,702 miles
    Test number
    739095492129
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass114,570 miles (+5,845)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    114,570 miles
    Test number
    495954771142
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteRear boot floorpan accident damaged

  19. Pass108,725 miles (+13,662)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    108,725 miles
    Test number
    443206600393

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass95,063 miles (+9,877)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    95,063 miles
    Test number
    134724319361

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass85,186 miles (+10,731)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    85,186 miles
    Test number
    614782748223
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass74,455 miles (+10,785)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    74,455 miles
    Test number
    643947627240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass63,670 miles (+11,343)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    63,670 miles
    Test number
    862435436234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass52,327 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    52,327 miles
    Test number
    891268945211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X56 ECF

Does X56 ECF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X56 ECF expired on 31 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X56 ECF?
The MOT on X56 ECF expired on 31 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X56 ECF done?
X56 ECF was recorded at 206,140 miles at its MOT on 22 Aug 2025, an average of 7,705 miles a year.
Has X56 ECF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X56 ECF has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on X56 ECF 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 X56 ECF find?
X56 ECF passed its latest MOT on 22 Aug 2025 with 6 advisories: nearside rear coil spring corroded; nearside rear outer tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play, and 3 more.

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