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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Petrol · 2000 · 2,800 cc

X747 LUTMOT history

X747 LUT is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 1 Sept 2000. Its MOT expired on 18 Aug 2023 and it has passed 7 of 13 MOT tests, with 100,636 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Aug 2022.

X747 LUT silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 18 Aug 2023
Mileage
100,636 mi
At MOT on 19 Aug 2022
MOT tests
13
7 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,593 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X747 LUT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,800 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
1 Sept 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Aug 2023
Latest MOT test
19 Aug 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

X747 LUT was last recorded at 100,636 miles on 19 Aug 2022, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Aug 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
100,633 miles · 8 Aug 2022
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
1,593 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 100,636 miles
  • 2021 – 96,389 miles
  • 2020 – 92,546 miles
  • 2015 – 92,509 miles
  • 2014 – 89,523 miles
  • 2013 – 87,192 miles
  • 2012 – 84,491 miles
  • 2011 – 82,289 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass100,636 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Drive shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryWax oil to chassis to floorRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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 brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Nearside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Offside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

13 tests since 11 Feb 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass100,636 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    100,636 miles
    Test number
    685518168826
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Drive shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryWax oil to chassis to floor

  2. Fail100,633 miles (+4,244)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,633 miles
    Test number
    759242835429
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Drive shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryWax oil to chassis to floor

  3. Pass96,389 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    96,389 miles
    Test number
    997266186132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail96,389 miles (+3,843)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,389 miles
    Test number
    211598051105
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

  5. Pass92,546 miles (+37)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    92,546 miles
    Test number
    919959638911
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Fail92,509 miles (+2,986)1 dangerous8 failures9 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,509 miles
    Test number
    199492755151
    • DangerousOil leak
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting worn and its strength is seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front Lower Sub-frame has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • FailureRear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteThe under side of the vehicle is covered in oil including the exhaust I would not recommend to drive this car in this condition
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  7. Pass89,523 miles (+8)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    89,523 miles
    Test number
    255614654101
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn very low on inner edges
    • NoteOil leak on engine

  8. Fail89,515 miles (+2,323)1 dangerous6 failures5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,515 miles
    Test number
    957888244168
    • DangerousBad oil leak on engine
    • FailureNearside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn very low on inner edges

  9. Pass87,192 miles (+44)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2014
    Odometer
    87,192 miles
    Test number
    867630933117
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteEngine light on

  10. Fail87,148 miles (+2,657)3 failures3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,148 miles
    Test number
    199147423158
    • FailureNearside Front 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 Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteEngine light on
    • NoteNsf brake backing plate rusty
    • NoteOsf tyre getting low

  11. Pass84,491 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    84,491 miles
    Test number
    126570142459
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  12. Fail84,491 miles (+2,202)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,491 miles
    Test number
    576920642081
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  13. Pass82,289 miles5 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    82,289 miles
    Test number
    259842341099
    • NoteFront discs rust
    • NoteFront top mounts worn
    • NoteNearside rear tyre 2mm outer edge
    • NotePlay in offside rack
    • NoteRust nearside rear spring

Questions about X747 LUT

Does X747 LUT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X747 LUT expired on 18 Aug 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X747 LUT?
The MOT on X747 LUT expired on 18 Aug 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X747 LUT done?
X747 LUT was recorded at 100,636 miles at its MOT on 19 Aug 2022, an average of 1,593 miles a year.
Has X747 LUT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X747 LUT has failed 6 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on X747 LUT 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 LUT find?
X747 LUT passed its latest MOT on 19 Aug 2022 with 2 advisories: offside front outer drive shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated; wax oil to chassis to floor.

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