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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 2001 · 1,781 cc

X72 UOKMOT history

X72 UOK is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 27 Jan 2001. Its MOT is valid until 22 Apr 2027 and it has passed 14 of 24 MOT tests, with 162,664 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Apr 2026.

X72 UOK black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 22 Apr 2027
Mileage
162,664 mi
At MOT on 23 Apr 2026
MOT tests
24
14 passed · 10 failed
Per year
5,853 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X72 UOK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
27 Jan 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X72 UOK was last recorded at 162,664 miles on 23 Apr 2026, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
162,661 miles · 9 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
5,853 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 162,664 miles
  • 2024 – 162,400 miles
  • 2017 – 157,897 miles
  • 2015 – 153,981 miles
  • 2014 – 137,934 miles
  • 2013 – 124,733 miles
  • 2012 – 115,919 miles
  • 2011 – 105,751 miles
  • 2010 – 94,740 miles
  • 2009 – 82,104 miles
  • 2008 – 66,512 miles
  • 2007 – 54,810 miles
  • 2006 – 49,535 miles
  • 2005 – 43,325 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass162,664 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported To caliper (1.1.11 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryCoolant leakRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded 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.

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Rear brake disc modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • After market rear anti roll bar fitted poorly but secure

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2017

Full MOT history

24 tests since 2 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass162,664 miles (+3)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    162,664 miles
    Test number
    541501343499
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported To caliper (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  2. Fail162,661 miles (+261)2 dangerous8 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,661 miles
    Test number
    765830179066
    • DangerousNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Outer Brake pipe connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed Engine oil pressure lamp illuminated on fast idle (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • 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 Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported To caliper (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  3. Pass162,400 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    162,400 miles
    Test number
    595061007324
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  4. Fail162,400 miles (+4,503)4 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,400 miles
    Test number
    417460394314
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  5. Pass157,897 miles (+5)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    157,897 miles
    Test number
    113947437265
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)
    • AdvisoryAfter market rear anti roll bar fitted poorly but secure
    • AdvisoryScreen cracked

  6. Fail157,892 miles (+3,911)10 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,892 miles
    Test number
    526571954903
    • FailureDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • 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)
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureSteering system has a tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (2.2.D.2a)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)
    • AdvisoryAfter market rear anti roll bar fitted poorly but secure

  7. Pass153,981 miles (+16,047)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    153,981 miles
    Test number
    375225402404
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  8. Pass137,934 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    137,934 miles
    Test number
    769276734339

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail137,934 miles (+13,201)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,934 miles
    Test number
    469776934366
    • FailureHeadlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)
    • FailureHeadlamp levelling device inoperative (1.7.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  10. Pass124,733 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    124,733 miles
    Test number
    419203143313
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  11. Fail124,733 miles (+8,814)11 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,733 miles
    Test number
    819599533307
    • 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)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureRear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  12. Pass115,919 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    115,919 miles
    Test number
    137911032328
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Fail115,919 miles (+10,168)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,919 miles
    Test number
    599961532313
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass105,751 miles (+11,011)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    105,751 miles
    Test number
    157085431394
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

  15. Pass94,740 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    94,740 miles
    Test number
    260916030359
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  16. Fail94,740 miles (+12,636)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,740 miles
    Test number
    692526830362
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Inner Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

  17. Pass82,104 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    82,104 miles
    Test number
    430531429322

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail82,104 miles (+15,592)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,104 miles
    Test number
    663821129341
    • FailureOffside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

  19. Fail66,512 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,512 miles
    Test number
    304900938367
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  20. Pass66,512 miles (+11,702)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    66,512 miles
    Test number
    573980338334

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass54,810 miles (+5,275)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    54,810 miles
    Test number
    101767937302

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass49,535 miles (+6,210)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    49,535 miles
    Test number
    483432436492

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail43,325 miles2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,325 miles
    Test number
    344306835334
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  24. Pass43,325 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    43,325 miles
    Test number
    430256935300
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Questions about X72 UOK

Does X72 UOK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X72 UOK is valid until 22 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on X72 UOK?
The MOT on X72 UOK is valid until 22 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X72 UOK done?
X72 UOK was recorded at 162,664 miles at its MOT on 23 Apr 2026, an average of 5,853 miles a year.
Has X72 UOK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X72 UOK has failed 10 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on X72 UOK 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 X72 UOK find?
X72 UOK passed its latest MOT on 23 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: nearside rear brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported to caliper; coolant leak; nearside rear brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule, and 1 more.

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