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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Diesel · 2001 · 1,896 cc

X781 GDDMOT history

X781 GDD is a blue diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 25 Jan 2001. Its MOT expired on 22 Jun 2024 and it has passed 18 of 30 MOT tests, with 172,270 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jun 2023.

X781 GDD blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Golf, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 22 Jun 2024
Mileage
172,270 mi
At MOT on 20 Jun 2023
MOT tests
30
18 passed · 12 failed
Per year
6,363 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X781 GDD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
25 Jan 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Jun 2024
Latest MOT test
20 Jun 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

X781 GDD was last recorded at 172,270 miles on 20 Jun 2023, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Jun 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
172,267 miles · 19 Jun 2023
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
6,363 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 172,270 miles
  • 2022 – 164,286 miles
  • 2021 – 162,996 miles
  • 2020 – 159,737 miles
  • 2019 – 154,571 miles
  • 2018 – 149,998 miles
  • 2017 – 145,751 miles
  • 2016 – 138,877 miles
  • 2015 – 132,575 miles
  • 2014 – 127,154 miles
  • 2013 – 124,452 miles
  • 2012 – 113,082 miles
  • 2011 – 103,949 miles
  • 2010 – 90,764 miles
  • 2009 – 77,549 miles
  • 2008 – 72,316 miles
  • 2007 – 66,232 miles
  • 2006 – 62,167 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass172,270 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar damaged but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2015

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear box

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

30 tests since 1 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass172,270 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    172,270 miles
    Test number
    937850921279
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar damaged but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail172,267 miles (+7,981)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,267 miles
    Test number
    344945349838
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush top bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar damaged but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass164,286 miles (+1,290)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    164,286 miles
    Test number
    463531408486
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective both front (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryBoth front suspension top mountings have slight play

  4. Pass162,996 miles (+26)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    162,996 miles
    Test number
    730580270336
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn on 2mm
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn on 2mm

  5. Fail162,970 miles (+3,233)1 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,970 miles
    Test number
    243841440387
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn on 2mm
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn on 2mm

  6. Pass159,737 miles (+5,166)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    159,737 miles
    Test number
    894472247089
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer side wall has slight damage (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass154,571 miles (+102)2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    154,571 miles
    Test number
    433861654880
    • MinorFront Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated nearside and offside small pin holes (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front McPherson strut top mounting slight movement
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened lightly scored (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin worn more than offside (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake grabbing slightly
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre has cuts to outer sidewall
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear shock absorber shroud insecure
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine areas

  8. Fail154,469 miles (+4,471)4 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,469 miles
    Test number
    501015904018
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases catalytic converter exit pipe top weld areas (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases catalytic converter rear joint areas (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated nearside and offside small pin holes (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front McPherson strut top mounting slight movement
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened lightly scored (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin worn more than offside (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake grabbing slightly
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre has cuts to outer sidewall
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear shock absorber shroud insecure
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine areas

  9. Pass149,998 miles (+4,247)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    149,998 miles
    Test number
    768350858619
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front top mounts have slight play
    • AdvisoryNearside parking brake effort is lower than offside
    • AdvisoryOffside rear shock absorber shroud is deteriorating

  10. Pass145,751 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    145,751 miles
    Test number
    304239489293
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre section joint (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pad is on the limit now (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin have worn lower than the nearside (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake hose is deteriorating
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush nearside & offside (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened lipped/ worn (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryBoth front top mounts have lift
    • AdvisoryOffside rear shock shroud is insecure

  11. Fail145,751 miles (+6,874)1 repaired10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,751 miles
    Test number
    679384367577
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre section joint (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pad is on the limit now (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin have worn lower than the nearside (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake hose is deteriorating
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush nearside & offside (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened lipped/ worn (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryBoth front top mounts have lift
    • AdvisoryOffside rear shock shroud is insecure

  12. Pass138,877 miles (+6,302)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    138,877 miles
    Test number
    662156790880
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases cat joint (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment top mount (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt weeping grease (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment top mount (2.5.A.1c)

  13. Pass132,575 miles (+6)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    132,575 miles
    Test number
    998888275161
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteCentre exhaust mount deteriorated
    • NoteRear metal brake pipes corroding

  14. Fail132,569 miles (+5,415)2 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,569 miles
    Test number
    628123575126
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteCentre exhaust mount deteriorated
    • NoteRear metal brake pipes corroding

  15. Pass127,154 miles (+20)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    127,154 miles
    Test number
    259461464102
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  16. Fail127,134 miles (+2,682)2 failures2 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,134 miles
    Test number
    226460864110
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  17. Pass124,452 miles (+11,370)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    124,452 miles
    Test number
    158265073108
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  18. Pass113,082 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    113,082 miles
    Test number
    286100162121
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  19. Fail113,082 miles (+9,133)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,082 miles
    Test number
    456250062163
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  20. Pass103,949 miles (+241)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    103,949 miles
    Test number
    528689851103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail103,708 miles (+12,944)2 dangerous2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,708 miles
    Test number
    415493151117
    • DangerousNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

  22. Pass90,764 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    90,764 miles
    Test number
    213294700127
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Fail90,764 miles (+13,215)1 dangerous3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,764 miles
    Test number
    672914500181
    • DangerousNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Fail77,549 miles4 repaired3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,549 miles
    Test number
    293617109413
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteBoth front tyres slight wear on outer sidewall
    • NoteO/S wiper blade is split slightly
    • NoteSlight play on both front top suspension mounting

  25. Pass77,549 miles (+5,233)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    77,549 miles
    Test number
    933407209155
    • NoteBoth front tyres slight wear on outer sidewall
    • NoteO/S wiper blade is split slightly
    • NoteSlight play on both front top suspension mounting

  26. Pass72,316 miles (+143)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    72,316 miles
    Test number
    602336198044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail72,173 miles (+5,941)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,173 miles
    Test number
    214311798084
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  28. Pass66,232 miles (+4,065)1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    66,232 miles
    Test number
    152562377037
    • NoteSlight fluid sweat from both front shock absorbers, (particularly offside).

  29. Pass62,167 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    62,167 miles
    Test number
    810171266035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail62,167 miles3 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,167 miles
    Test number
    143420466082
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • NoteExhaust centre mount showing age.
    • NoteSTRONG ADVISORY:- Offside front tyre on 1.6mm limit.
    • NoteSlight fluid sweat from both front shock absorbers.

Questions about X781 GDD

Does X781 GDD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X781 GDD expired on 22 Jun 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X781 GDD?
The MOT on X781 GDD expired on 22 Jun 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X781 GDD done?
X781 GDD was recorded at 172,270 miles at its MOT on 20 Jun 2023, an average of 6,363 miles a year.
Has X781 GDD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X781 GDD has failed 12 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Jun 2023.
Has the mileage on X781 GDD 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 X781 GDD find?
X781 GDD passed its latest MOT on 20 Jun 2023 with 1 advisory: front anti-roll bar damaged but not seriously weakened both sides.

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