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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Petrol · 2000 · 1,781 cc

X76 OBLMOT history

X76 OBL is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 1 Dec 2000. Its MOT expired on 11 Nov 2021 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 147,450 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Nov 2021.

X76 OBL silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 11 Nov 2021
Mileage
147,450 mi
At MOT on 16 Nov 2021
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,907 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X76 OBL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
1 Dec 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Nov 2021
Latest MOT test
16 Nov 2021 (Fail)

Mileage history

X76 OBL was last recorded at 147,450 miles on 16 Nov 2021, 4,653 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Nov 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
142,797 miles · 12 Nov 2020
Between the last two tests
4,653 miles
Average per year
6,907 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 147,450 miles
  • 2020 – 142,797 miles
  • 2019 – 140,292 miles
  • 2018 – 133,471 miles
  • 2017 – 122,816 miles
  • 2016 – 116,697 miles
  • 2015 – 107,509 miles
  • 2014 – 98,894 miles
  • 2013 – 90,130 miles
  • 2012 – 84,836 miles
  • 2011 – 79,442 miles
  • 2010 – 69,905 miles
  • 2009 – 62,081 miles
  • 2008 – 55,332 miles
  • 2007 – 48,138 miles
  • 2006 – 42,062 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail147,450 miles
  • DangerousNearside Front Road wheel more than one fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 1.09 (8.2.1.2 (c))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits 0.61% (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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.

  • Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Engine oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

21 tests since 14 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail147,450 miles (+4,653)1 dangerous5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,450 miles
    Test number
    774372779810
    • DangerousNearside Front Road wheel more than one fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 1.09 (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits 0.61% (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
  2. Pass142,797 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    142,797 miles
    Test number
    998072074929
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
    • AdvisoryLittle reserve travel in handbrake
  3. Fail142,797 miles (+2,505)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,797 miles
    Test number
    621272845472
    • MajorFront Position lamp not working front both n/s o/s side lights not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Direction indicator not working front n/s outer wing indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
    • AdvisoryLittle reserve travel in handbrake
  4. Pass140,292 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    140,292 miles
    Test number
    177040487822
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  5. Fail140,290 miles (+6,819)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,290 miles
    Test number
    984133324092
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust emits clearly visible black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  6. Pass133,471 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    133,471 miles
    Test number
    149403883530
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  7. Fail133,471 miles (+10,655)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,471 miles
    Test number
    340031410040
    • DangerousOffside Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  8. Pass122,816 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    122,816 miles
    Test number
    727450875250
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  9. Fail122,816 miles (+6,119)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,816 miles
    Test number
    735818939885
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  10. Pass116,697 miles (+9,188)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    116,697 miles
    Test number
    185309986540
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre perished/cracked
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  11. Pass107,509 miles (+8,615)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    107,509 miles
    Test number
    725234242423
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  12. Pass98,894 miles (+8,764)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    98,894 miles
    Test number
    848390734226
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  13. Pass90,130 miles (+5,294)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    90,130 miles
    Test number
    527471323228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass84,836 miles (+5,394)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    84,836 miles
    Test number
    746670432258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass79,442 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    79,442 miles
    Test number
    778808821254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail79,440 miles (+9,535)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,440 miles
    Test number
    179737621250
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
  17. Pass69,905 miles (+7,824)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    69,905 miles
    Test number
    900128920265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass62,081 miles (+6,749)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    62,081 miles
    Test number
    143732339234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass55,332 miles (+7,194)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    55,332 miles
    Test number
    411586348228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass48,138 miles (+6,076)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    48,138 miles
    Test number
    724373847229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass42,062 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    42,062 miles
    Test number
    831216826227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X76 OBL

Does X76 OBL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X76 OBL expired on 11 Nov 2021, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X76 OBL?
The MOT on X76 OBL expired on 11 Nov 2021. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X76 OBL done?
X76 OBL was recorded at 147,450 miles at its MOT on 16 Nov 2021, an average of 6,907 miles a year.
Has X76 OBL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X76 OBL has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on X76 OBL 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 X76 OBL find?
X76 OBL failed its latest MOT on 16 Nov 2021 with 1 dangerous defect and 5 major defects: nearside front road wheel more than one fixing missing; exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 1.09; exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits 0.61%, and 3 more.

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