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Black · Diesel · 2008 · 1,896 cc

X777 LJRMOT history

X777 LJR is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 7 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 8 Sept 2027 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 116,721 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Aug 2026.

X777 LJR black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Golf, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 8 Sept 2027
Mileage
116,721 mi
At MOT on 20 Aug 2026
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,572 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X777 LJR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
7 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X777 LJR was last recorded at 116,721 miles on 20 Aug 2026, 4,331 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
112,390 miles · 11 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
4,331 miles
Average per year
6,572 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 116,721 miles
  • 2025 – 112,390 miles
  • 2024 – 106,846 miles
  • 2023 – 99,436 miles
  • 2022 – 93,140 miles
  • 2021 – 89,158 miles
  • 2020 – 84,652 miles
  • 2019 – 79,820 miles
  • 2018 – 72,506 miles
  • 2017 – 65,622 miles
  • 2016 – 56,314 miles
  • 2015 – 48,982 miles
  • 2014 – 39,812 miles
  • 2013 – 28,736 miles
  • 2012 – 21,996 miles
  • 2011 – 14,954 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass116,721 miles
  • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024

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 Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

21 tests since 24 Feb 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass116,721 miles (+4,331)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    116,721 miles
    Test number
    944095550827
    • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass112,390 miles (+5,544)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    112,390 miles
    Test number
    477888881452
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass106,846 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    106,846 miles
    Test number
    691737350021
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail106,846 miles (+9)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,846 miles
    Test number
    162994704846
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail106,837 miles (+7,401)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,837 miles
    Test number
    332117147261
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  6. Pass99,436 miles (+27)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    99,436 miles
    Test number
    801149422979
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail99,409 miles (+6,269)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,409 miles
    Test number
    434012765280
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass93,140 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    93,140 miles
    Test number
    634103949391
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  9. Fail93,138 miles (+3,980)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,138 miles
    Test number
    926145388129
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  10. Pass89,158 miles (+4,506)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    89,158 miles
    Test number
    944648820227
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass84,652 miles (+4,832)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    84,652 miles
    Test number
    724775888925

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass79,820 miles (+7,314)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    79,820 miles
    Test number
    899547712033
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  13. Pass72,506 miles (+6,884)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    72,506 miles
    Test number
    597132897920

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass65,622 miles (+9,308)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    65,622 miles
    Test number
    307848100665

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass56,314 miles (+7,332)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    56,314 miles
    Test number
    289450977898
    • AdvisoryBoth front wipers poor.

  16. Pass48,982 miles (+9,170)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    48,982 miles
    Test number
    547680365156
    • NoteBoth wiper blades starting to deterioate
    • NoteMinor chips in windscren

  17. Pass39,812 miles (+11,076)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2015
    Odometer
    39,812 miles
    Test number
    427072834142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass28,736 miles (+590)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    28,736 miles
    Test number
    227060403491

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass28,146 miles (+6,150)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    28,146 miles
    Test number
    635410063008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass21,996 miles (+7,042)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    21,996 miles
    Test number
    879048952064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass14,954 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    14,954 miles
    Test number
    145995951464
    • AdvisoryCentre Front 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

Questions about X777 LJR

Does X777 LJR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X777 LJR is valid until 8 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on X777 LJR?
The MOT on X777 LJR is valid until 8 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X777 LJR done?
X777 LJR was recorded at 116,721 miles at its MOT on 20 Aug 2026, an average of 6,572 miles a year.
Has X777 LJR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X777 LJR has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on X777 LJR 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 X777 LJR find?
X777 LJR passed its latest MOT on 20 Aug 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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