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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 2000 · 1,595 cc

X747 JARMOT history

X747 JAR is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 21 Oct 2000. Its MOT expired on 25 Oct 2023 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 112,305 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Oct 2023.

X747 JAR black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 25 Oct 2023
Mileage
112,305 mi
At MOT on 26 Oct 2023
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,437 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X747 JAR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
21 Oct 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Oct 2023
Latest MOT test
26 Oct 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

X747 JAR was last recorded at 112,305 miles on 26 Oct 2023, 6,594 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Oct 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
105,711 miles · 26 Oct 2022
Between the last two tests
6,594 miles
Average per year
4,437 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 112,305 miles
  • 2022 – 105,711 miles
  • 2021 – 96,548 miles
  • 2020 – 87,281 miles
  • 2019 – 84,750 miles
  • 2018 – 81,292 miles
  • 2017 – 78,630 miles
  • 2016 – 75,268 miles
  • 2015 – 72,139 miles
  • 2014 – 69,113 miles
  • 2013 – 66,662 miles
  • 2012 – 62,574 miles
  • 2011 – 59,136 miles
  • 2010 – 54,716 miles
  • 2009 – 50,150 miles
  • 2008 – 47,691 miles
  • 2007 – 40,337 miles
  • 2006 – 36,581 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail112,305 miles
  • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • 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))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019

What MOT failures 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)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

24 tests since 2 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail112,305 miles (+6,594)1 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,305 miles
    Test number
    444039712880
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))

  2. Pass105,711 miles (+9,163)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    105,711 miles
    Test number
    711391612375
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass96,548 miles (+9,267)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    96,548 miles
    Test number
    425323725702
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass87,281 miles (+2,531)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    87,281 miles
    Test number
    491120366341

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass84,750 miles (+3,458)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    84,750 miles
    Test number
    849908471714
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  6. Pass81,292 miles (+2,662)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    81,292 miles
    Test number
    308370272837

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass78,630 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    78,630 miles
    Test number
    107109990732
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  8. Fail78,608 miles (+3,340)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,608 miles
    Test number
    122707200384
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  9. Pass75,268 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    75,268 miles
    Test number
    486520288274
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  10. Fail75,268 miles (+3,129)3 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,268 miles
    Test number
    724079796364
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  11. Pass72,139 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    72,139 miles
    Test number
    698718448630
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  12. Fail72,111 miles (+2,998)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,111 miles
    Test number
    594083510157
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  13. Pass69,113 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    69,113 miles
    Test number
    217742684201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail69,106 miles (+2,444)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,106 miles
    Test number
    136582484229
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  15. Pass66,662 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    66,662 miles
    Test number
    216859183269
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  16. Fail66,638 miles (+4,064)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,638 miles
    Test number
    358049783467
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteEngine light on indicating fault

  17. Pass62,574 miles (+3,438)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    62,574 miles
    Test number
    127132782281
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine light on indicating fault

  18. Pass59,136 miles (+4,420)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    59,136 miles
    Test number
    256690781231
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  19. Fail54,716 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,716 miles
    Test number
    490539770215
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  20. Pass54,716 miles (+4,566)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    54,716 miles
    Test number
    900189970285
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  21. Pass50,150 miles (+2,459)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    50,150 miles
    Test number
    740200789256
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAux belt frayed.

  22. Pass47,691 miles (+7,354)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    47,691 miles
    Test number
    600390088277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass40,337 miles (+3,756)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    40,337 miles
    Test number
    394088977267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass36,581 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    36,581 miles
    Test number
    672205876214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X747 JAR

Does X747 JAR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X747 JAR expired on 25 Oct 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X747 JAR?
The MOT on X747 JAR expired on 25 Oct 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X747 JAR done?
X747 JAR was recorded at 112,305 miles at its MOT on 26 Oct 2023, an average of 4,437 miles a year.
Has X747 JAR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X747 JAR has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on X747 JAR 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 X747 JAR find?
X747 JAR failed its latest MOT on 26 Oct 2023 with 1 dangerous defect, 3 major defects and 3 advisories: parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value; nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn; offside front lower suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn, and 4 more.

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