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Volkswagen Golf

Red · Petrol · 2000 · 1,390 cc

X743 UYCMOT history

X743 UYC is a red petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 6 Oct 2000. Its MOT is valid until 21 Mar 2027 and it has passed 21 of 34 MOT tests, with 97,688 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Feb 2026.

X743 UYC red Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 21 Mar 2027
Mileage
97,688 mi
At MOT on 26 Feb 2026
MOT tests
34
21 passed · 13 failed
Per year
3,948 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X743 UYC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
6 Oct 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X743 UYC was last recorded at 97,688 miles on 26 Feb 2026, 11,243 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
86,445 miles · 3 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
11,243 miles
Average per year
3,948 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 97,688 miles
  • 2025 – 86,445 miles
  • 2024 – 85,561 miles
  • 2023 – 84,287 miles
  • 2022 – 83,271 miles
  • 2021 – 82,254 miles
  • 2020 – 80,760 miles
  • 2019 – 79,475 miles
  • 2018 – 78,034 miles
  • 2017 – 76,989 miles
  • 2016 – 74,237 miles
  • 2015 – 71,454 miles
  • 2014 – 68,774 miles
  • 2013 – 64,956 miles
  • 2012 – 52,638 miles
  • 2011 – 41,064 miles
  • 2010 – 30,668 miles
  • 2009 – 23,439 miles
  • 2008 – 22,501 miles
  • 2007 – 21,740 miles
  • 2006 – 20,644 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,688 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (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 Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules between main and rear pipe (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules between main and rear pipe (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

34 tests since 23 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass97,688 miles1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    97,688 miles
    Test number
    233423656424
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail97,681 miles (+11,236)2 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,681 miles
    Test number
    833750851066
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass86,445 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    86,445 miles
    Test number
    374481406654
    • MinorWindscreen excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Fail86,445 miles (+884)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,445 miles
    Test number
    283022541108
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass85,561 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    85,561 miles
    Test number
    634131494539
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Fail85,561 miles (+1,274)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,561 miles
    Test number
    428345577609
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass84,287 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    84,287 miles
    Test number
    864619357122
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Fail84,287 miles (+1,016)5 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,287 miles
    Test number
    774054471214
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass83,271 miles (+1,017)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    83,271 miles
    Test number
    254329815926
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass82,254 miles (+1,494)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    82,254 miles
    Test number
    555594513187
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass80,760 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    80,760 miles
    Test number
    419078780909

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail80,758 miles (+1,283)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,758 miles
    Test number
    883188666989
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Pass79,475 miles (+1,441)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    79,475 miles
    Test number
    756089947041
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  14. Pass78,034 miles (+5)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    78,034 miles
    Test number
    226061989500
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules between main and rear pipe (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules between main and rear pipe (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

  15. Fail78,029 miles (+1,040)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,029 miles
    Test number
    854463226813
    • FailureNearside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively rubber split (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules between main and rear pipe (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules between main and rear pipe (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  16. Pass76,989 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    76,989 miles
    Test number
    935147559200
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail76,989 miles (+2,752)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,989 miles
    Test number
    186015477678
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureHazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass74,237 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    74,237 miles
    Test number
    637769428806
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Fail74,208 miles (+2,754)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,208 miles
    Test number
    229222955794
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass71,454 miles (+2,680)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    71,454 miles
    Test number
    208848945066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass68,774 miles (+30)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    68,774 miles
    Test number
    695579144099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail68,744 miles (+3,788)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,744 miles
    Test number
    305601644081
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  23. Fail64,956 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,956 miles
    Test number
    898545433087
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  24. Pass64,956 miles (+12,318)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    64,956 miles
    Test number
    986385933095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass52,638 miles (+22)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    52,638 miles
    Test number
    257655042073
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

  26. Fail52,616 miles (+11,552)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,616 miles
    Test number
    985474442052
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

  27. Pass41,064 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    41,064 miles
    Test number
    916495941053
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  28. Fail41,084 miles (+10,416)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,084 miles
    Test number
    398805641099
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  29. Pass30,668 miles (+7,229)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    30,668 miles
    Test number
    384668740079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass23,439 miles (+938)
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    23,439 miles
    Test number
    252327329098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass22,501 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    22,501 miles
    Test number
    171163848032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail22,501 miles (+761)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,501 miles
    Test number
    953079438006
    • FailureExhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  33. Pass21,740 miles (+1,096)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    21,740 miles
    Test number
    654060787067
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  34. Pass20,644 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    20,644 miles
    Test number
    354935236226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X743 UYC

Does X743 UYC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X743 UYC is valid until 21 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on X743 UYC?
The MOT on X743 UYC is valid until 21 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X743 UYC done?
X743 UYC was recorded at 97,688 miles at its MOT on 26 Feb 2026, an average of 3,948 miles a year.
Has X743 UYC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X743 UYC has failed 13 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on X743 UYC 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 X743 UYC find?
X743 UYC passed its latest MOT on 26 Feb 2026 with 1 minor defect and 9 advisories: nearside track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; front brake hose slightly deteriorated; nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated, and 7 more.

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