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Volkswagen Golf

Green · Petrol · 2000 · 1,984 cc

X771 EKNMOT history

X771 EKN is a green petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 29 Sept 2000. Its MOT expired on 9 Nov 2023 and it has passed 16 of 26 MOT tests, with 144,611 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Nov 2022.

X771 EKN green Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 9 Nov 2023
Mileage
144,611 mi
At MOT on 10 Nov 2022
MOT tests
26
16 passed · 10 failed
Per year
5,374 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X771 EKN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
29 Sept 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Nov 2023
Latest MOT test
10 Nov 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

X771 EKN was last recorded at 144,611 miles on 10 Nov 2022, 68 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Nov 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
144,543 miles · 7 Nov 2022
Between the last two tests
68 miles
Average per year
5,374 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 144,611 miles
  • 2021 – 137,222 miles
  • 2020 – 134,815 miles
  • 2019 – 131,604 miles
  • 2018 – 127,974 miles
  • 2017 – 125,328 miles
  • 2016 – 122,237 miles
  • 2015 – 122,189 miles
  • 2014 – 115,616 miles
  • 2013 – 113,732 miles
  • 2011 – 110,642 miles
  • 2010 – 103,574 miles
  • 2009 – 94,299 miles
  • 2008 – 84,694 miles
  • 2007 – 74,485 miles
  • 2006 – 63,005 miles
  • 2005 – 53,062 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass144,611 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective mounting detached but exhaust system not insecure (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slightly perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material plastic covered type slightly swollen (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn close to the legal limit and worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement strut top mount slightly rough on lock to lock (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material plastic covered type slightly swollen (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slightly perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryDriver seat wont tilt forward/handle missingRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFuel tank plastic cover not fully secured but not insecureRecorded 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.

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2010

Full MOT history

26 tests since 28 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass144,611 miles (+68)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    144,611 miles
    Test number
    801764817419
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective mounting detached but exhaust system not insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slightly perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material plastic covered type slightly swollen (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn close to the legal limit and worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement strut top mount slightly rough on lock to lock (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material plastic covered type slightly swollen (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slightly perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryDriver seat wont tilt forward/handle missing
    • AdvisoryFuel tank plastic cover not fully secured but not insecure

  2. Fail144,543 miles (+7,321)10 major14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,543 miles
    Test number
    609766102272
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective mounting detached but exhaust system not insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slightly perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material plastic covered type slightly swollen (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement strut top mount slightly rough on lock to lock (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material plastic covered type slightly swollen (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slightly perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryDriver seat wont tilt forward/handle missing
    • AdvisoryEngine light illuminated
    • AdvisoryFuel tank plastic cover not fully secured but not insecure

  3. Pass137,222 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    137,222 miles
    Test number
    903290905643

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail137,222 miles (+2,407)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,222 miles
    Test number
    802904573820
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

  5. Pass134,815 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    134,815 miles
    Test number
    183323286057
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush mounting to inner wing (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush mounting to inner wing (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail134,806 miles (+3,202)1 dangerous1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,806 miles
    Test number
    792746643051
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush mounting to inner wing (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush mounting to inner wing (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass131,604 miles (+3,630)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    131,604 miles
    Test number
    388594134618
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover

  8. Pass127,974 miles (+42)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    127,974 miles
    Test number
    818065466475
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail127,932 miles (+2,604)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,932 miles
    Test number
    393201989239
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass125,328 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    125,328 miles
    Test number
    246623812985

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail125,328 miles (+3,091)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,328 miles
    Test number
    181225921616
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  12. Pass122,237 miles (+48)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2017
    Odometer
    122,237 miles
    Test number
    378222054584
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened surface corrosion on inner face (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened surface corrosion on inner face (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened surface corrosion on inner face (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened surface corrosion on inner face (3.5.1i)

  13. Fail122,189 miles (+6,573)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,189 miles
    Test number
    918896525122
    • FailureNearside Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  14. Pass115,616 miles (+1,884)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    115,616 miles
    Test number
    236686334005
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteEm light stays on.exhaust rattle ( cat)

  15. Pass113,732 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    113,732 miles
    Test number
    135405013013
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEmlight stays on

  16. Fail113,732 miles (+3,090)2 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,732 miles
    Test number
    169635413415
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEmlight stays on

  17. Pass110,642 miles (+7,068)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    110,642 miles
    Test number
    945019591209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass103,574 miles (+9,275)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    103,574 miles
    Test number
    310974290265
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass94,299 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    94,299 miles
    Test number
    701590809340

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail94,296 miles (+9,602)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,296 miles
    Test number
    740719699204
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass84,694 miles (+10,209)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    84,694 miles
    Test number
    574903608381

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass74,485 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    74,485 miles
    Test number
    840227197271
    • NoteSLIGHT PLAY IN REAR AXLE BUSHES.

  23. Fail74,485 miles (+11,480)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,485 miles
    Test number
    454917297257
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • NoteSLIGHT PLAY IN REAR AXLE BUSHES.

  24. Pass63,005 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    63,005 miles
    Test number
    572822796266
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSlight play in rear axle bushes.

  25. Fail63,600 miles (+10,538)1 failure7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,600 miles
    Test number
    311932796289
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSlight play in rear axle bushes.

  26. Pass53,062 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    53,062 miles
    Test number
    981751605385
    • NoteOffside & nearside front wishbone rear bushes perished. †rear tyres wearing low on edges. †approx 5,000 miles left on front brake pads.

Questions about X771 EKN

Does X771 EKN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X771 EKN expired on 9 Nov 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X771 EKN?
The MOT on X771 EKN expired on 9 Nov 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X771 EKN done?
X771 EKN was recorded at 144,611 miles at its MOT on 10 Nov 2022, an average of 5,374 miles a year.
Has X771 EKN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X771 EKN has failed 10 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on X771 EKN 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 X771 EKN find?
X771 EKN passed its latest MOT on 10 Nov 2022 with 12 advisories: central exhaust mounting defective mounting detached but exhaust system not insecure; nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush; nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slightly perished, and 9 more.

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