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Green · Petrol · 2000 · 2,324 cc

X787 UCVMOT history

X787 UCV is a green petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 3 Oct 2000. Its MOT expired on 25 Sept 2026 and it has passed 21 of 29 MOT tests, with 179,206 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Sept 2025.

X787 UCV green Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 25 Sept 2026
Mileage
179,206 mi
At MOT on 8 Sept 2025
MOT tests
29
21 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,935 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X787 UCV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,324 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
3 Oct 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
8 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

X787 UCV was last recorded at 179,206 miles on 8 Sept 2025, 1,456 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
177,750 miles · 12 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
1,456 miles
Average per year
4,935 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 179,206 miles
  • 2024 – 177,750 miles
  • 2023 – 175,340 miles
  • 2022 – 172,874 miles
  • 2021 – 170,188 miles
  • 2020 – 168,495 miles
  • 2019 – 166,666 miles
  • 2018 – 163,530 miles
  • 2017 – 160,604 miles
  • 2016 – 157,047 miles
  • 2015 – 153,193 miles
  • 2014 – 148,749 miles
  • 2013 – 142,299 miles
  • 2012 – 133,149 miles
  • 2011 – 126,778 miles
  • 2010 – 120,037 miles
  • 2009 – 115,218 miles
  • 2008 – 105,161 miles
  • 2007 – 96,096 miles
  • 2006 – 85,519 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass179,206 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019

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 brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2005–2015

  • Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2005–2015

  • Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2020

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass179,206 miles (+1,456)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    179,206 miles
    Test number
    637979624939
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  2. Pass177,750 miles (+2,410)13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    177,750 miles
    Test number
    595112102057
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement "d" (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement "d" (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 Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryBoth n/s & o/s/f macpherson struts corroding
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion underbody components at rear
  3. Pass175,340 miles (+2,466)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    175,340 miles
    Test number
    293165627100
    • AdvisoryO/s door mirror damaged
  4. Pass172,874 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    172,874 miles
    Test number
    877794189231
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  5. Fail172,874 miles (+2,686)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,874 miles
    Test number
    395875597503
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  6. Pass170,188 miles (+1,693)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    170,188 miles
    Test number
    563511892457
    • MinorNearside Front Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shock covers deteriorated
    • AdvisoryDamp / fuel lines underbody
  7. Pass168,495 miles2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    168,495 miles
    Test number
    556442900623
    • MinorHorn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryO/S/F TYRE WEARING INNER EDGE
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryREAR BRAKE DISCS SLIGHT DETERIORATING
    • AdvisoryREAR NUMBER PLATE DETERIORATING
    • AdvisoryUNDERTRAY MISSING
  8. Fail168,495 miles (+1,829)1 repaired2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,495 miles
    Test number
    156856666348
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorHorn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryO/S/F TYRE WEARING INNER EDGE
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryREAR BRAKE DISCS SLIGHT DETERIORATING
    • AdvisoryREAR NUMBER PLATE DETERIORATING
    • AdvisoryUNDERTRAY MISSING
  9. Pass166,666 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    166,666 miles
    Test number
    990661094844
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  10. Fail166,663 miles (+3,133)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,663 miles
    Test number
    322562133528
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  11. Pass163,530 miles (+2,926)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    163,530 miles
    Test number
    902396255036
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  12. Pass160,604 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    160,604 miles
    Test number
    704263466677
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryFront discs slight deteriorating
    • AdvisoryRear number plate slight deteriorating
  13. Fail160,604 miles (+3,557)2 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,604 miles
    Test number
    111955432049
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryFront discs slight deteriorating
    • AdvisoryRear number plate slight deteriorating
  14. Pass157,047 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    157,047 miles
    Test number
    661728571160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail157,047 miles (+3,854)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,047 miles
    Test number
    424850686186
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
  16. Pass153,193 miles (+4,444)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    153,193 miles
    Test number
    300017077935
    • DangerousNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  17. Pass148,749 miles (+6,450)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    148,749 miles
    Test number
    865779634207
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  18. Pass142,299 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    142,299 miles
    Test number
    238762243245
    • NoteFront and rear brake disks slightly lipped
    • NoteOff Side Front wheel arch liner dammaged
  19. Fail142,291 miles (+9,142)3 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,291 miles
    Test number
    837242343268
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • NoteEngine miss-fireing
    • NoteFront and rear brake disks slightly lipped
    • NoteOff Side Front wheel arch liner dammaged
  20. Pass133,149 miles (+6,371)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    133,149 miles
    Test number
    875892542213
    • NoteAuxillary belt deteriorating
  21. Pass126,778 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    126,778 miles
    Test number
    419033341239
    • NoteOil leak engine!!
  22. Fail126,778 miles (+6,741)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,778 miles
    Test number
    746153841292
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteOil leak engine!!
  23. Pass120,037 miles (+4,819)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    120,037 miles
    Test number
    491844440231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass115,218 miles (+10,057)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    115,218 miles
    Test number
    643832759298
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteAuxillary belt deteriorating
    • NoteO/s/r side light slight dim
  25. Pass105,161 miles (+9,065)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    105,161 miles
    Test number
    230351768270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass96,096 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    96,096 miles
    Test number
    773622467213
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  27. Fail96,096 miles (+10,577)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,096 miles
    Test number
    823622867255
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  28. Pass85,519 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    85,519 miles
    Test number
    461147256231
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteO/s/f inner drive shaft gaiter slight seepage of oil!
  29. PassMileage not read4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    334849765485
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Questions about X787 UCV

Does X787 UCV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X787 UCV expired on 25 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X787 UCV?
The MOT on X787 UCV expired on 25 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X787 UCV done?
X787 UCV was recorded at 179,206 miles at its MOT on 8 Sept 2025, an average of 4,935 miles a year.
Has X787 UCV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X787 UCV has failed 8 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Sept 2022.
Has the mileage on X787 UCV 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 X787 UCV find?
X787 UCV passed its latest MOT on 8 Sept 2025 with 4 advisories: nearside front coil spring corroded; nearside rear service brake binding but not excessively; offside front coil spring corroded, and 1 more.

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