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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Petrol · 2000 · 2,324 cc

X68 ATFMOT history

X68 ATF is a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 19 Sept 2000. Its MOT expired on 1 Jan 2026 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 142,156 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Jan 2025.

X68 ATF blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 1 Jan 2026
Mileage
142,156 mi
At MOT on 2 Jan 2025
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,862 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X68 ATF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,324 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
19 Sept 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Jan 2026
Latest MOT test
2 Jan 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

X68 ATF was last recorded at 142,156 miles on 2 Jan 2025, 9,659 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Jul 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
132,497 miles · 27 Jul 2023
Between the last two tests
9,659 miles
Average per year
4,862 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 142,156 miles
  • 2023 – 132,497 miles
  • 2022 – 132,345 miles
  • 2021 – 131,301 miles
  • 2020 – 124,501 miles
  • 2019 – 123,282 miles
  • 2017 – 123,276 miles
  • 2016 – 123,258 miles
  • 2015 – 116,447 miles
  • 2014 – 111,840 miles
  • 2013 – 104,615 miles
  • 2011 – 104,090 miles
  • 2010 – 94,958 miles
  • 2009 – 85,679 miles
  • 2008 – 78,385 miles
  • 2007 – 66,180 miles
  • 2006 – 51,847 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass142,156 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • 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))

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2013

  • Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2017

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

25 tests since 6 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass142,156 miles (+9,659)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    142,156 miles
    Test number
    839733177635
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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))

  2. Pass132,497 miles (+152)
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    132,497 miles
    Test number
    847057580631

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass132,345 miles (+1,044)
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    132,345 miles
    Test number
    374823965027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass131,301 miles (+6,800)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    131,301 miles
    Test number
    513946360351

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass124,501 miles (+1,219)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    124,501 miles
    Test number
    575546383624

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass123,282 miles (+6)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    123,282 miles
    Test number
    918421027116
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All4 brake discs. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  7. Pass123,276 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    123,276 miles
    Test number
    104089825775

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail123,274 miles (+16)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,274 miles
    Test number
    631176504164
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  9. Pass123,258 miles (+6,811)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    123,258 miles
    Test number
    667405194332

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass116,447 miles (+1)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    116,447 miles
    Test number
    781746789188
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear bump stops deteriorated
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryWiper blade starting to deteriorate

  11. Fail116,446 miles (+18)6 failures11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,446 miles
    Test number
    122337386625
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureHazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement axle (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement axle (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear bump stops deteriorated
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryWiper blade starting to deteriorate

  12. Pass116,428 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    116,428 miles
    Test number
    623001207010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail116,427 miles (+4,587)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,427 miles
    Test number
    411880325105
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

  14. Pass111,840 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    111,840 miles
    Test number
    977042114261
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  15. Fail111,838 miles (+7,223)2 dangerous4 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,838 miles
    Test number
    805902214243
    • DangerousNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  16. Pass104,615 miles13 advisories7 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2014
    Odometer
    104,615 miles
    Test number
    556568643198
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • NoteBrake service
    • NoteEngine light is on ... advice diagnostic plug in
    • NoteOff side outer sill member slightly distorted
    • NoteOff side rear tyre is bald on the edges of tread

  17. Fail104,615 miles (+525)6 failures1 repaired15 advisories7 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,615 miles
    Test number
    626195043121
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • NoteBrake service
    • NoteEngine light is on ... advice diagnostic plug in
    • NoteOff side outer sill member slightly distorted
    • NoteOff side rear tyre is bald on the edges of tread

  18. Pass104,090 miles (+9,132)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    104,090 miles
    Test number
    837199731279
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass94,958 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    94,958 miles
    Test number
    323808720481
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  20. Fail94,957 miles (+9,278)1 dangerous4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,957 miles
    Test number
    113198220254
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  21. Pass85,679 miles (+7,294)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    85,679 miles
    Test number
    932254939257
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteHeat sheild on exaust loose

  22. Pass78,385 miles (+12,205)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    78,385 miles
    Test number
    744466438277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass66,180 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    66,180 miles
    Test number
    893732867191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail66,180 miles (+14,333)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,180 miles
    Test number
    994792967110
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  25. Pass51,847 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    51,847 miles
    Test number
    201817756412

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X68 ATF

Does X68 ATF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X68 ATF expired on 1 Jan 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X68 ATF?
The MOT on X68 ATF expired on 1 Jan 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X68 ATF done?
X68 ATF was recorded at 142,156 miles at its MOT on 2 Jan 2025, an average of 4,862 miles a year.
Has X68 ATF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X68 ATF has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Oct 2017.
Has the mileage on X68 ATF 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 X68 ATF find?
X68 ATF passed its latest MOT on 2 Jan 2025 with 7 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 4 more.

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