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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,390 cc

X779 XCGMOT history

X779 XCG is a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 27 Jan 2001. Its MOT expired on 31 Jan 2023 and it has passed 16 of 29 MOT tests, with 95,840 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Jan 2022.

X779 XCG blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 31 Jan 2023
Mileage
95,840 mi
At MOT on 13 Jan 2022
MOT tests
29
16 passed · 13 failed
Per year
4,053 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X779 XCG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
27 Jan 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 31 Jan 2023
Latest MOT test
13 Jan 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

X779 XCG was last recorded at 95,840 miles on 13 Jan 2022, 97 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Jan 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
95,743 miles · 10 Jan 2022
Between the last two tests
97 miles
Average per year
4,053 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 95,840 miles
  • 2021 – 91,280 miles
  • 2020 – 87,725 miles
  • 2019 – 84,206 miles
  • 2018 – 82,413 miles
  • 2017 – 80,004 miles
  • 2016 – 77,554 miles
  • 2015 – 74,619 miles
  • 2014 – 71,965 miles
  • 2012 – 66,797 miles
  • 2011 – 59,842 miles
  • 2010 – 54,792 miles
  • 2009 – 50,041 miles
  • 2008 – 44,952 miles
  • 2007 – 38,487 miles
  • 2006 – 30,998 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass95,840 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded 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.

  • Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2018

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front mirror cover damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2018

Full MOT history

29 tests since 13 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass95,840 miles (+97)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    95,840 miles
    Test number
    105964795549
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail95,743 miles (+4,463)2 dangerous4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,743 miles
    Test number
    738858502598
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass91,280 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    91,280 miles
    Test number
    590301065658
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) nearside & offside
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust flexi pipe deteriorating
    • AdvisoryFront number plate cracked
    • AdvisoryNearside & offside rear tyres close to limit
    • AdvisoryNearside front headlamp lower bracket broken (bonnet keeping lamp secure)

  4. Fail91,280 miles (+3,555)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,280 miles
    Test number
    188643729185
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) nearside & offside
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust flexi pipe deteriorating
    • AdvisoryFront number plate cracked
    • AdvisoryNearside & offside rear tyres close to limit
    • AdvisoryNearside front headlamp lower bracket broken (bonnet keeping lamp secure)

  5. Pass87,725 miles (+65)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    87,725 miles
    Test number
    544502802152
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front mirror cover damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Fail87,660 miles (+3,454)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,660 miles
    Test number
    952858577776
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front mirror cover damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass84,206 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    84,206 miles
    Test number
    255668925686
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryLower bumper missing
    • AdvisoryN/S Inner wheel arch damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Fail84,206 miles (+1,793)2 repaired1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,206 miles
    Test number
    357065141932
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryLower bumper missing
    • AdvisoryN/S Inner wheel arch damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Pass82,413 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    82,413 miles
    Test number
    699014050062
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  10. Fail82,413 miles (+2,409)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,413 miles
    Test number
    678429140706
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  11. Pass80,004 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    80,004 miles
    Test number
    160934659454
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on

  12. Fail80,004 miles (+2,450)5 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,004 miles
    Test number
    124125165025
    • FailureDirection indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)
    • FailureHazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Body has a projection caused by corrosion mirror damaged (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on

  13. Pass77,554 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    77,554 miles
    Test number
    557449927048
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view damaged (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front slight play n/side rack jiont
    • AdvisoryRear child seats fitted
    • AdvisoryEngine light on

  14. Fail77,554 miles (+2,935)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,554 miles
    Test number
    468386275290
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases exhaust bo broken (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view damaged (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front slight play n/side rack jiont
    • AdvisoryRear child seats fitted
    • AdvisoryEngine light on

  15. Pass74,619 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    74,619 miles
    Test number
    265570535099
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  16. Fail74,619 miles (+2,654)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,619 miles
    Test number
    266990435071
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  17. Pass71,965 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    71,965 miles
    Test number
    319256154091
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged

  18. Fail71,965 miles (+5,168)2 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,965 miles
    Test number
    307476454039
    • FailureOffside Front Body has a projection caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • NoteEngine management light on

  19. Pass66,797 miles (+76)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    66,797 miles
    Test number
    418512952070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail66,721 miles (+6,879)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,721 miles
    Test number
    118415642482
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass59,842 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    59,842 miles
    Test number
    877949541022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail59,842 miles (+5,050)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,842 miles
    Test number
    299108441022
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  23. Fail54,792 miles1 repaired6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,792 miles
    Test number
    120388640408
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEmissions light on but passed Exhaust Gas Check.
    • NotePVC undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of underside of vehicle.

  24. Pass54,792 miles (+4,751)6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    54,792 miles
    Test number
    341438640029
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEmissions light on but passed Exhaust Gas Check.
    • NotePVC undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of underside of vehicle.

  25. Pass50,041 miles (+5,089)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    50,041 miles
    Test number
    471302849013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass44,952 miles (+6,465)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    44,952 miles
    Test number
    442865538061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass38,487 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    38,487 miles
    Test number
    981376337061
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Fail38,484 miles (+7,486)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,484 miles
    Test number
    791576037063
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  29. Pass30,998 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    30,998 miles
    Test number
    190023616004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X779 XCG

Does X779 XCG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X779 XCG expired on 31 Jan 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X779 XCG?
The MOT on X779 XCG expired on 31 Jan 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X779 XCG done?
X779 XCG was recorded at 95,840 miles at its MOT on 13 Jan 2022, an average of 4,053 miles a year.
Has X779 XCG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X779 XCG has failed 13 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on X779 XCG 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 X779 XCG find?
X779 XCG passed its latest MOT on 13 Jan 2022 with 4 advisories: nearside front play in steering rack inner joint(s); offside front play in steering rack inner joint(s); oil leak, but not excessive, and 1 more.

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