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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Petrol · 2000 · 2,792 cc

X745 EKJMOT history

X745 EKJ is a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 7 Oct 2000. Its MOT expired on 21 Feb 2023 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 176,736 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Feb 2022.

X745 EKJ blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 21 Feb 2023
Mileage
176,736 mi
At MOT on 22 Feb 2022
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,217 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X745 EKJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,792 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
7 Oct 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Feb 2023
Latest MOT test
22 Feb 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

X745 EKJ was last recorded at 176,736 miles on 22 Feb 2022, 7,337 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Jan 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
169,399 miles · 20 Jan 2021
Between the last two tests
7,337 miles
Average per year
7,217 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 176,736 miles
  • 2021 – 169,399 miles
  • 2020 – 162,780 miles
  • 2019 – 159,566 miles
  • 2018 – 155,014 miles
  • 2017 – 150,059 miles
  • 2016 – 144,528 miles
  • 2015 – 128,825 miles
  • 2013 – 114,069 miles
  • 2012 – 102,980 miles
  • 2011 – 95,848 miles
  • 2010 – 89,086 miles
  • 2009 – 84,075 miles
  • 2008 – 79,233 miles
  • 2007 – 73,299 miles
  • 2006 – 66,205 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass176,736 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryUnderside has slight corrosion

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.

  • Front Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced n/s & o/s sills damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2009

Full MOT history

20 tests since 30 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass176,736 miles (+7,337)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    176,736 miles
    Test number
    710829329304
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside has slight corrosion

  2. Pass169,399 miles (+51)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    169,399 miles
    Test number
    967272670808
    • AdvisoryFront Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced n/s & o/s sills damaged (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Fail169,348 miles (+6,568)6 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,348 miles
    Test number
    296550534494
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced n/s & o/s sills damaged (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated n/s & o/s (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s & o/s (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass162,780 miles (+3,214)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    162,780 miles
    Test number
    832067706768
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  5. Pass159,566 miles (+4,552)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    159,566 miles
    Test number
    382226816756
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass155,014 miles (+4,955)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    155,014 miles
    Test number
    432536585531

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass150,059 miles (+5,531)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    150,059 miles
    Test number
    853789318303
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing inner edges o/s bad!!

  8. Pass144,528 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    144,528 miles
    Test number
    438170100978
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

  9. Fail144,528 miles (+15,703)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,528 miles
    Test number
    378053369835
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

  10. Pass128,825 miles (+14,756)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    128,825 miles
    Test number
    665762945004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass114,069 miles (+11,089)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    114,069 miles
    Test number
    435001223462

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass102,980 miles (+7,132)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    102,980 miles
    Test number
    197889382285
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteMovement at o/s steering arm.

  13. Pass95,848 miles (+156)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    95,848 miles
    Test number
    246374401311

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail95,692 miles (+6,606)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,692 miles
    Test number
    408447591255
    • FailureFront constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

  15. Pass89,086 miles (+5,011)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    89,086 miles
    Test number
    691255800343

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass84,075 miles (+4,842)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    84,075 miles
    Test number
    970307619381
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteSteering arms have slight play

  17. Pass79,233 miles (+5,934)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    79,233 miles
    Test number
    904425108386
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteO/s steering arm has slight movement

  18. Pass73,299 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    73,299 miles
    Test number
    642271017358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail73,299 miles (+7,094)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,299 miles
    Test number
    223701417344
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  20. Pass66,205 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    66,205 miles
    Test number
    403513506456

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X745 EKJ

Does X745 EKJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X745 EKJ expired on 21 Feb 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X745 EKJ?
The MOT on X745 EKJ expired on 21 Feb 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X745 EKJ done?
X745 EKJ was recorded at 176,736 miles at its MOT on 22 Feb 2022, an average of 7,217 miles a year.
Has X745 EKJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X745 EKJ has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Jan 2021.
Has the mileage on X745 EKJ 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 X745 EKJ find?
X745 EKJ passed its latest MOT on 22 Feb 2022 with 5 advisories: nearside front suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside front suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened, and 2 more.

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