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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Petrol · 2000 · 1,984 cc

X788 AUJMOT history

X788 AUJ is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 18 Oct 2000. Its MOT is valid until 1 Nov 2027 and it has passed 20 of 31 MOT tests, with 117,002 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Oct 2026.

X788 AUJ silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 1 Nov 2027
Mileage
117,002 mi
At MOT on 26 Oct 2026
MOT tests
31
20 passed · 11 failed
Per year
3,467 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X788 AUJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
18 Oct 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Nov 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X788 AUJ was last recorded at 117,002 miles on 26 Oct 2026, 3,804 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
113,198 miles · 27 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
3,804 miles
Average per year
3,467 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 117,002 miles
  • 2025 – 113,198 miles
  • 2024 – 112,279 miles
  • 2023 – 110,422 miles
  • 2022 – 109,031 miles
  • 2021 – 107,281 miles
  • 2020 – 105,730 miles
  • 2019 – 103,847 miles
  • 2018 – 101,236 miles
  • 2017 – 97,430 miles
  • 2016 – 94,751 miles
  • 2015 – 91,686 miles
  • 2014 – 89,087 miles
  • 2013 – 85,614 miles
  • 2012 – 82,348 miles
  • 2011 – 78,222 miles
  • 2010 – 73,342 miles
  • 2009 – 66,023 miles
  • 2007 – 54,317 miles
  • 2006 – 47,185 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass117,002 miles
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
  • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryEvidence of both front wheels fouling inner arch liners, nothing fouling during test procedures (standard 15' wheels fitted)
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Silencer / pipe into silencer (6.1.2 (a))

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 Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Nearside Rear Rear fog lamp lens defective which has no effect on emitted light

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021–2024

Full MOT history

31 tests since 6 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass117,002 miles (+3,804)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2027
    Odometer
    117,002 miles
    Test number
    985111586167
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEvidence of both front wheels fouling inner arch liners, nothing fouling during test procedures (standard 15' wheels fitted)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Silencer / pipe into silencer (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Pass113,198 miles (+919)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    113,198 miles
    Test number
    855742955983
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass112,279 miles1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    112,279 miles
    Test number
    789936857633
    • MinorNearside Rear Rear fog lamp lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.5.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEML light on
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut top mount has slight play
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Fail112,279 miles (+1,857)1 major1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,279 miles
    Test number
    428270235669
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Rear fog lamp lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.5.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEML light on
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut top mount has slight play
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass110,422 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    110,422 miles
    Test number
    215678652349
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Fail110,422 miles (+1,391)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,422 miles
    Test number
    653459826169
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass109,031 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    109,031 miles
    Test number
    191250260327
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Fail109,031 miles (+1,750)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,031 miles
    Test number
    342890775094
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Rear fog lamp lens defective such that emitted light is adversely affected showing white light (4.5.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass107,281 miles (+1,551)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    107,281 miles
    Test number
    150213897239
    • MinorNearside Rear Rear fog lamp lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.5.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))

  10. Pass105,730 miles (+1,883)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    105,730 miles
    Test number
    893975004948
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryEml on

  11. Pass103,847 miles (+2,611)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    103,847 miles
    Test number
    223169528615
    • AdvisoryEML illuminated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  12. Pass101,236 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    101,236 miles
    Test number
    309254131787
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Fail101,236 miles (+3,806)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,236 miles
    Test number
    369645575060
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy catalyst rattleing (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  14. Pass97,430 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    97,430 miles
    Test number
    694980519001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail97,430 miles (+2,679)10 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,430 miles
    Test number
    782392350665
    • FailureBrake cable has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported centre mount broke (7.1.1)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureFront brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • FailureRear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

  16. Pass94,751 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    94,751 miles
    Test number
    946376586147
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside handbrake cable outer deteriated
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Fail94,751 miles (+3,065)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,751 miles
    Test number
    364615087516
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords split (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside handbrake cable outer deteriated
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass91,686 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    91,686 miles
    Test number
    441242090314
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOil leak /sump bung

  19. Fail91,686 miles (+2,599)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,686 miles
    Test number
    903891156125
    • DangerousOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak weak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOil leak /sump bung

  20. Pass89,087 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    89,087 miles
    Test number
    957412964210
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Fail89,087 miles (+3,473)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,087 miles
    Test number
    986532964208
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass85,614 miles (+3,266)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    85,614 miles
    Test number
    328329843264
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteN/S MIRROR DAMAGED
    • NoteREAR SHOCKS HAVE REDUCED DAMPING EFFECT

  23. Fail82,348 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,348 miles
    Test number
    349605962439
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  24. Pass82,348 miles (+4,126)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    82,348 miles
    Test number
    357475962482

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass78,222 miles (+4,880)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    78,222 miles
    Test number
    675478351264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass73,342 miles (+7,319)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    73,342 miles
    Test number
    130553050279
    • NoteBoth rear shockers dust covers loose
    • NoteNearside door mirror cracked
    • NoteOffside front bumper loose
    • NoteOffside front inner wing liner damaged and loose

  27. Pass66,023 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    66,023 miles
    Test number
    934711859258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail66,023 miles (+11,706)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,023 miles
    Test number
    351055849240
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  29. Pass54,317 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    54,317 miles
    Test number
    350478747412

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail54,312 miles (+7,127)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,312 miles
    Test number
    141807147229
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  31. Pass47,185 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    47,185 miles
    Test number
    442769546263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X788 AUJ

Does X788 AUJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X788 AUJ is valid until 1 Nov 2027.
When is the MOT due on X788 AUJ?
The MOT on X788 AUJ is valid until 1 Nov 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X788 AUJ done?
X788 AUJ was recorded at 117,002 miles at its MOT on 26 Oct 2026, an average of 3,467 miles a year.
Has X788 AUJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X788 AUJ has failed 11 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on X788 AUJ 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 X788 AUJ find?
X788 AUJ passed its latest MOT on 26 Oct 2026 with 2 minor defects and 2 advisories: battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier; nearside side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light; evidence of both front wheels fouling inner arch liners, nothing fouling during test procedures (standard 15' wheels fitted), and 1 more.

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