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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,984 cc

X762 EGJMOT history

X762 EGJ is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 1 Feb 2001. Its MOT is valid until 27 Mar 2027 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 159,445 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Mar 2026.

X762 EGJ silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 27 Mar 2027
Mileage
159,445 mi
At MOT on 17 Mar 2026
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,022 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X762 EGJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
1 Feb 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X762 EGJ was last recorded at 159,445 miles on 17 Mar 2026, 11,630 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Mar 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 8 Mar 2010: 65,404 miles, lower than 72,773 miles on 29 Dec 2009.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
147,815 miles · 28 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
11,630 miles
Average per year
6,022 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 159,445 miles
  • 2025 – 147,815 miles
  • 2020 – 141,386 miles
  • 2019 – 136,272 miles
  • 2018 – 131,210 miles
  • 2017 – 125,635 miles
  • 2016 – 121,320 miles
  • 2015 – 116,221 miles
  • 2014 – 111,424 miles
  • 2013 – 101,312 miles
  • 2012 – 84,095 miles
  • 2011 – 73,806 miles
  • 2010 – 65,404 miles
  • 2009 – 72,773 miles
  • 2008 – 51,424 miles
  • 2007 – 44,672 miles
  • 2006 – 37,827 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass159,445 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryCoolant leak Coolant leak from engine .

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2009

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2018

Full MOT history

25 tests since 4 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass159,445 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    159,445 miles
    Test number
    568518967274
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak Coolant leak from engine .

  2. Fail159,444 miles (+11,629)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,444 miles
    Test number
    564149320556
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak Coolant leak from engine .

  3. Pass147,815 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    147,815 miles
    Test number
    564187026768
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective clamp corroded (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront - NSF washer operation poor
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail147,815 miles (+6,429)2 dangerous2 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,815 miles
    Test number
    869150144840
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective clamp corroded (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront - NSF washer operation poor
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass141,386 miles (+5,114)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    141,386 miles
    Test number
    213851529514
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass136,272 miles (+6)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    136,272 miles
    Test number
    389505046420
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail136,266 miles (+5,056)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,266 miles
    Test number
    663748152042
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass131,210 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2019
    Odometer
    131,210 miles
    Test number
    358943227537
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  9. Fail131,210 miles (+5,575)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,210 miles
    Test number
    956890349427
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  10. Pass125,635 miles (+4,315)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2018
    Odometer
    125,635 miles
    Test number
    353812627397

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass121,320 miles (+5,099)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2017
    Odometer
    121,320 miles
    Test number
    581506758023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass116,221 miles (+4,797)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2016
    Odometer
    116,221 miles
    Test number
    679948735150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass111,424 miles (+10,112)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2015
    Odometer
    111,424 miles
    Test number
    685763634145
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  14. Pass101,312 miles (+17,217)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2014
    Odometer
    101,312 miles
    Test number
    879137033124
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  15. Pass84,095 miles (+10,289)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    84,095 miles
    Test number
    135028562068
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension slightly corroded (2.4.G.4a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension slightly corroded (2.4.G.4a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  16. Pass73,806 miles (+8,402)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    73,806 miles
    Test number
    987295441085
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Axle beam has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)
    • NoteSlight play in O/S steering arm

  17. Pass65,404 miles (-7,369)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    65,404 miles
    Test number
    161027760459
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteNearside rear wheel bearing showing signs of wear/noise

  18. Pass72,773 miles (+14,043)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    72,773 miles
    Test number
    874623869377
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteSlight b/bind n/s/r

  19. Fail58,730 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,730 miles
    Test number
    192051839064
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  20. Pass58,730 miles (+7,306)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    58,730 miles
    Test number
    371781739017
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  21. Pass51,424 miles (+6,752)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    51,424 miles
    Test number
    393083738017
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  22. Fail44,672 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,672 miles
    Test number
    621988117030
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  23. Pass44,672 miles (+6,845)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    44,672 miles
    Test number
    944228317066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass37,827 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    37,827 miles
    Test number
    884464606002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail37,827 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,827 miles
    Test number
    781244606002
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Questions about X762 EGJ

Does X762 EGJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X762 EGJ is valid until 27 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on X762 EGJ?
The MOT on X762 EGJ is valid until 27 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X762 EGJ done?
X762 EGJ was recorded at 159,445 miles at its MOT on 17 Mar 2026, an average of 6,022 miles a year.
Has X762 EGJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X762 EGJ has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on X762 EGJ ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 8 Mar 2010. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on X762 EGJ find?
X762 EGJ passed its latest MOT on 17 Mar 2026 with 1 advisory: coolant leak coolant leak from engine ..

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