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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Petrol · 2000 · 1,781 cc

X772 EGJMOT history

X772 EGJ is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 18 Nov 2000. Its MOT is valid until 17 May 2027 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 151,183 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 May 2026.

X772 EGJ silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 17 May 2027
Mileage
151,183 mi
At MOT on 13 May 2026
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,878 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X772 EGJ
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
18 Nov 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 May 2027
Latest MOT test
13 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X772 EGJ was last recorded at 151,183 miles on 13 May 2026, 17 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
151,166 miles · 23 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
17 miles
Average per year
5,878 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 151,183 miles
  • 2025 – 147,138 miles
  • 2024 – 143,306 miles
  • 2023 – 140,253 miles
  • 2022 – 137,269 miles
  • 2021 – 133,798 miles
  • 2020 – 131,935 miles
  • 2019 – 128,743 miles
  • 2018 – 124,514 miles
  • 2017 – 119,808 miles
  • 2016 – 115,938 miles
  • 2015 – 111,156 miles
  • 2014 – 105,015 miles
  • 2013 – 97,476 miles
  • 2012 – 88,041 miles
  • 2011 – 78,391 miles
  • 2010 – 65,204 miles
  • 2009 – 54,766 miles
  • 2008 – 44,117 miles
  • 2006 – 33,591 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass151,183 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated cv gaiter has a small hole in cv gaiter starting to leak grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • MinorNearside Rear All position lamps with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryCentral centre exhaust mounting deflect mounting broken
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front brake discs pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play arm outer ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened brake disc pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryReverse light not working

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 Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Nearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor5 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2010–2013

  • Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2010–2013

  • Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2024

Full MOT history

26 tests since 11 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass151,183 miles (+17)2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2027
    Odometer
    151,183 miles
    Test number
    527561150516
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated cv gaiter has a small hole in cv gaiter starting to leak grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear All position lamps with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral centre exhaust mounting deflect mounting broken
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front brake discs pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play arm outer ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened brake disc pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryReverse light not working

  2. Fail151,166 miles (+4,028)9 major3 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,166 miles
    Test number
    554953316740
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn front anti roll bar D bushes worn excessively (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play top mount has excessive play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt insecure inner (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play top mount has excessive play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt gaiter split (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated cv gaiter has a small hole starting to leek grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged door mirror glass cracked (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose door mirror housing loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective mounting broken (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front brake discs pitted and worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened brake disc pitted and worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNo reverse light

  3. Pass147,138 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2026
    Odometer
    147,138 miles
    Test number
    635012592261
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Fail147,138 miles (+3,832)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,138 miles
    Test number
    326381090055
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Pass143,306 miles (+3,053)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2025
    Odometer
    143,306 miles
    Test number
    280997264652
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass140,253 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2024
    Odometer
    140,253 miles
    Test number
    817248900900
    • MinorNearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail140,253 miles (+2,984)1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,253 miles
    Test number
    157091800764
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass137,269 miles (+3,471)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2023
    Odometer
    137,269 miles
    Test number
    709289936942
    • MinorNearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle bushes deteriorated

  9. Pass133,798 miles (+1,863)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2022
    Odometer
    133,798 miles
    Test number
    747574672078
    • MinorNearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake imballanced

  10. Pass131,935 miles (+3,192)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2021
    Odometer
    131,935 miles
    Test number
    862930804552
    • MinorNearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Offside lazy (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear parking brake imballanced

  11. Pass128,743 miles (+4,229)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    128,743 miles
    Test number
    346628062753
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  12. Pass124,514 miles (+4,706)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2019
    Odometer
    124,514 miles
    Test number
    641682037647
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear tyres perished

  13. Pass119,808 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2018
    Odometer
    119,808 miles
    Test number
    822972678429
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear 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)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  14. Fail119,808 miles (+3,870)3 failures9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,808 miles
    Test number
    489285063766
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Ball joint has excessive play track rod (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear 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)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  15. Pass115,938 miles (+4,782)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2017
    Odometer
    115,938 miles
    Test number
    345264037486
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  16. Pass111,156 miles (+6,141)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2016
    Odometer
    111,156 miles
    Test number
    218184135195
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  17. Pass105,015 miles (+7,539)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2015
    Odometer
    105,015 miles
    Test number
    809628124118
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  18. Pass97,476 miles (+19)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2014
    Odometer
    97,476 miles
    Test number
    989999823181
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  19. Fail97,457 miles (+9,416)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,457 miles
    Test number
    446868123198
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  20. Pass88,041 miles (+9,650)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2013
    Odometer
    88,041 miles
    Test number
    707421532159
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  21. Pass78,391 miles (+13,187)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2012
    Odometer
    78,391 miles
    Test number
    967621331176
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  22. Pass65,204 miles (+10,438)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2011
    Odometer
    65,204 miles
    Test number
    801290120166
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  23. Pass54,766 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2010
    Odometer
    54,766 miles
    Test number
    124209239154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail54,757 miles (+10,640)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,757 miles
    Test number
    303809739158
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  25. Pass44,117 miles (+10,526)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2009
    Odometer
    44,117 miles
    Test number
    802287428115
    • NoteFront brake discs worn

  26. Pass33,591 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2007
    Odometer
    33,591 miles
    Test number
    591741236169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X772 EGJ

Does X772 EGJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X772 EGJ is valid until 17 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on X772 EGJ?
The MOT on X772 EGJ is valid until 17 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X772 EGJ done?
X772 EGJ was recorded at 151,183 miles at its MOT on 13 May 2026, an average of 5,878 miles a year.
Has X772 EGJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X772 EGJ has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on X772 EGJ 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 X772 EGJ find?
X772 EGJ passed its latest MOT on 13 May 2026 with 2 minor defects and 7 advisories: nearside front inner drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated cv gaiter has a small hole in cv gaiter starting to leak grease; nearside rear all position lamps with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; central rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened, and 6 more.

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