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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Diesel · 2000 · 1,896 cc

X56 WCGMOT history

X56 WCG is a silver diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 9 Dec 2000. Its MOT expired on 27 Aug 2025 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 156,021 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Aug 2024.

X56 WCG silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 27 Aug 2025
Mileage
156,021 mi
At MOT on 28 Aug 2024
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,694 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X56 WCG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
9 Dec 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Aug 2025
Latest MOT test
28 Aug 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

X56 WCG was last recorded at 156,021 miles on 28 Aug 2024, 204 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
155,817 miles · 20 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
204 miles
Average per year
6,694 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 156,021 miles
  • 2023 – 144,330 miles
  • 2022 – 134,042 miles
  • 2021 – 125,638 miles
  • 2020 – 116,944 miles
  • 2018 – 105,655 miles
  • 2017 – 96,248 miles
  • 2016 – 87,148 miles
  • 2015 – 77,343 miles
  • 2014 – 67,825 miles
  • 2013 – 58,937 miles
  • 2012 – 56,006 miles
  • 2011 – 52,246 miles
  • 2010 – 49,927 miles
  • 2009 – 47,620 miles
  • 2008 – 43,785 miles
  • 2007 – 40,544 miles
  • 2006 – 36,349 miles
  • 2005 – 30,456 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass156,021 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated front brake hoses outer bodies small cracks (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damaged (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front mirror damagedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear outer sill / arch damagedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear nearside seat belt missing /rear seats not present at time of retest

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 Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Both rear springs slightly corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • High level brake light not working

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Nearside Rear Seat belt missing

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2024

Full MOT history

26 tests since 25 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass156,021 miles (+204)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    156,021 miles
    Test number
    532838466733
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated front brake hoses outer bodies small cracks (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damaged (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear outer sill / arch damaged
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear nearside seat belt missing /rear seats not present at time of retest

  2. Fail155,817 miles (+11,487)1 dangerous3 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,817 miles
    Test number
    118588831717
    • DangerousRear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt gaiter split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt missing (7.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated inner gaiter (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated front brake hoses outer bodies small cracks (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damaged (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear outer sill / arch damaged
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  3. Pass144,330 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    144,330 miles
    Test number
    840643881356
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail144,324 miles (+10,282)2 major1 repaired1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,324 miles
    Test number
    441063403735
    • MajorDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt missing (7.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass134,042 miles (+189)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2023
    Odometer
    134,042 miles
    Test number
    717456940052
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated gaiter small pin hole (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear outer sill /step damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear seat /belt missing
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  6. Fail133,853 miles (+8,215)1 dangerous3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,853 miles
    Test number
    989701415721
    • DangerousOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured link broke off (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated gaiter small pin hole (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear outer sill /step damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear seat /belt missing
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  7. Pass125,638 miles (+8,694)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2022
    Odometer
    125,638 miles
    Test number
    799163341755
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated small pin hole (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective rear mounting (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear seat /seat belt missing at time of test
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre inner edge worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) slight play
    • AdvisoryRear centre upper stoplamp not working
    • AdvisoryRear nearside outer sill /door damaged

  8. Pass116,944 miles2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2021
    Odometer
    116,944 miles
    Test number
    366217308853
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated nearside and offside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear door and sill damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays fitted

  9. Fail116,944 miles (+11,289)1 dangerous3 major2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,944 miles
    Test number
    195843023883
    • DangerousNearside Rear Seat belt webbing significantly weakened (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated nearside and offside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear door and sill damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays fitted

  10. Pass105,655 miles (+58)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    105,655 miles
    Test number
    840800114387
    • AdvisoryBoth rear springs slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryHigh level brake light not working
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  11. Fail105,597 miles (+9,349)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,597 miles
    Test number
    173209596695
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear springs slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryHigh level brake light not working
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  12. Pass96,248 miles (+9,100)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    96,248 miles
    Test number
    893574434221
    • AdvisoryBoth rear springs slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres have slight age related cracking
    • AdvisoryHigh level brake light not working
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre wearing low also badly worn on inside edge

  13. Pass87,148 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    87,148 miles
    Test number
    400040502849
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres have slight age related cracking
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre worn on inside edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  14. Fail87,148 miles (+9,805)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,148 miles
    Test number
    966603425319
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres have slight age related cracking
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre worn on inside edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  15. Pass77,343 miles (+173)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    77,343 miles
    Test number
    587924215953
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner steering arm has slight play

  16. Fail77,170 miles (+9,345)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,170 miles
    Test number
    159733274380
    • FailureNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureSteering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) offside inner steering arm (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner steering arm has slight play

  17. Pass67,825 miles (+8,888)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    67,825 miles
    Test number
    367222854304
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  18. Pass58,937 miles (+2,931)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    58,937 miles
    Test number
    705819223351
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  19. Pass56,006 miles (+3,760)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    56,006 miles
    Test number
    946898732303
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  20. Pass52,246 miles (+2,319)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    52,246 miles
    Test number
    487792521397

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass49,927 miles (+2,307)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    49,927 miles
    Test number
    324322720319

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass47,620 miles (+3,835)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    47,620 miles
    Test number
    832408729311

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass43,785 miles (+3,241)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    43,785 miles
    Test number
    431799128457

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass40,544 miles (+4,195)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    40,544 miles
    Test number
    784656627377

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass36,349 miles (+5,893)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    36,349 miles
    Test number
    491017126461

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass30,456 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    30,456 miles
    Test number
    682759425301

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X56 WCG

Does X56 WCG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X56 WCG expired on 27 Aug 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X56 WCG?
The MOT on X56 WCG expired on 27 Aug 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X56 WCG done?
X56 WCG was recorded at 156,021 miles at its MOT on 28 Aug 2024, an average of 6,694 miles a year.
Has X56 WCG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X56 WCG has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on X56 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 X56 WCG find?
X56 WCG passed its latest MOT on 28 Aug 2024 with 8 advisories: brake hose slightly deteriorated front brake hoses outer bodies small cracks; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damaged; nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush, and 5 more.

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