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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 2001 · 1,390 cc

X766 ELFMOT history

X766 ELF is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 2 Jan 2001. Its MOT expired on 1 Apr 2025 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 102,540 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Apr 2024.

X766 ELF black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 1 Apr 2025
Mileage
102,540 mi
At MOT on 2 Apr 2024
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,311 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X766 ELF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
2 Jan 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Apr 2025
Latest MOT test
2 Apr 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

X766 ELF was last recorded at 102,540 miles on 2 Apr 2024, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Mar 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
102,540 miles · 28 Mar 2024
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,311 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 102,540 miles
  • 2022 – 95,653 miles
  • 2021 – 87,429 miles
  • 2020 – 79,348 miles
  • 2019 – 76,516 miles
  • 2018 – 75,521 miles
  • 2017 – 72,485 miles
  • 2016 – 70,184 miles
  • 2015 – 68,958 miles
  • 2014 – 61,960 miles
  • 2013 – 57,127 miles
  • 2012 – 50,248 miles
  • 2011 – 46,467 miles
  • 2010 – 42,537 miles
  • 2009 – 38,326 miles
  • 2008 – 33,650 miles
  • 2007 – 27,953 miles
  • 2006 – 24,200 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass102,540 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass102,540 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    102,540 miles
    Test number
    593115578150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail102,540 miles (+6,887)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,540 miles
    Test number
    897702885000
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass95,653 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    95,653 miles
    Test number
    768132945094
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Fail95,653 miles (+8,224)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,653 miles
    Test number
    796494248834
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass87,429 miles (+8,081)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    87,429 miles
    Test number
    765924322956
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass79,348 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    79,348 miles
    Test number
    625704147103
    • AdvisoryNearside Front stone chip windscreen

  7. Fail79,348 miles (+2,832)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,348 miles
    Test number
    661272979199
    • MajorAll direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front stone chip windscreen

  8. Pass76,516 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    76,516 miles
    Test number
    415608093932

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail76,516 miles (+995)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,516 miles
    Test number
    856200881077
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass75,521 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2019
    Odometer
    75,521 miles
    Test number
    771224996571

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail75,521 miles (+3,036)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,521 miles
    Test number
    114694908853
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

  12. Pass72,485 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2018
    Odometer
    72,485 miles
    Test number
    362171952091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail72,485 miles (+2,301)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,485 miles
    Test number
    429086821903
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

  14. Pass70,184 miles (+1,226)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2017
    Odometer
    70,184 miles
    Test number
    396142001686

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass68,958 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2016
    Odometer
    68,958 miles
    Test number
    338319535136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail68,958 miles (+6,998)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,958 miles
    Test number
    756954535153
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  17. Pass61,960 miles (+4,833)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2015
    Odometer
    61,960 miles
    Test number
    827025834106
    • 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)

  18. Pass57,127 miles (+5)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2014
    Odometer
    57,127 miles
    Test number
    245691943193
    • NoteRadiator leaking slightly

  19. Fail57,122 miles (+6,874)2 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,122 miles
    Test number
    998465533145
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteNearside rear brake binding slightly
    • NoteRediator leaking slightly

  20. Pass50,248 miles (+3,781)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    50,248 miles
    Test number
    718746412110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass46,467 miles (+3,930)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    46,467 miles
    Test number
    987251911137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass42,537 miles (+4,211)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    42,537 miles
    Test number
    222041510430

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail38,326 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,326 miles
    Test number
    951551919131
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testRear Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

  24. Pass38,326 miles (+4,676)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    38,326 miles
    Test number
    993301319163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass33,650 miles (+5,697)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    33,650 miles
    Test number
    332376308135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass27,953 miles (+3,753)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    27,953 miles
    Test number
    544564157023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass24,200 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    24,200 miles
    Test number
    642020436063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X766 ELF

Does X766 ELF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X766 ELF expired on 1 Apr 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X766 ELF?
The MOT on X766 ELF expired on 1 Apr 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X766 ELF done?
X766 ELF was recorded at 102,540 miles at its MOT on 2 Apr 2024, an average of 4,311 miles a year.
Has X766 ELF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X766 ELF has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on X766 ELF 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 X766 ELF find?
X766 ELF passed its latest MOT on 2 Apr 2024 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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