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Volkswagen Golf

Grey · Petrol · 2000 · 1,390 cc

X789 GEBMOT history

X789 GEB is a grey petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 16 Nov 2000. Its MOT is valid until 11 Dec 2026 and it has passed 20 of 27 MOT tests, with 94,756 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Dec 2025.

X789 GEB grey Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 11 Dec 2026
Mileage
94,756 mi
At MOT on 12 Dec 2025
MOT tests
27
20 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,956 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X789 GEB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
16 Nov 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
12 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

X789 GEB was last recorded at 94,756 miles on 12 Dec 2025, 3,797 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
90,959 miles · 19 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
3,797 miles
Average per year
3,956 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 94,756 miles
  • 2024 – 90,959 miles
  • 2023 – 86,653 miles
  • 2022 – 84,174 miles
  • 2021 – 80,600 miles
  • 2020 – 77,132 miles
  • 2019 – 70,742 miles
  • 2018 – 64,387 miles
  • 2017 – 59,012 miles
  • 2016 – 51,189 miles
  • 2015 – 43,298 miles
  • 2014 – 33,106 miles
  • 2013 – 29,300 miles
  • 2012 – 27,497 miles
  • 2011 – 25,046 miles
  • 2010 – 22,578 miles
  • 2009 – 20,569 miles
  • 2007 – 19,210 miles
  • 2006 – 17,423 miles
  • 2005 – 15,816 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass94,756 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Both (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened All rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 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.

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault

    Failure2 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Central Rear seat belt stalk casing damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

27 tests since 28 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass94,756 miles (+3,797)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    94,756 miles
    Test number
    869512450628
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Both (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened All rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass90,959 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    90,959 miles
    Test number
    495843804160
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened All rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail90,959 miles (+4,306)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,959 miles
    Test number
    616050532420
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened All rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass86,653 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    86,653 miles
    Test number
    959278459831
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Both (0.1 (b))

  5. Fail86,653 miles (+2,479)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,653 miles
    Test number
    932071119135
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Both (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass84,174 miles (+3,574)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    84,174 miles
    Test number
    194493317195
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass80,600 miles (+3,468)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    80,600 miles
    Test number
    542887132202
    • AdvisoryAux belt damaged
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass77,132 miles (+6,390)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    77,132 miles
    Test number
    412406678785
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass70,742 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    70,742 miles
    Test number
    537291712409
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAux belt deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Fail70,742 miles (+6,355)1 dangerous2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,742 miles
    Test number
    877634148055
    • DangerousRear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAux belt deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Pass64,387 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    64,387 miles
    Test number
    768075736517
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  12. Fail64,387 miles (+5,375)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,387 miles
    Test number
    666165706270
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  13. Pass59,012 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    59,012 miles
    Test number
    399553948557
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear seat belt stalk casing damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside 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)

  14. Fail59,012 miles (+7,823)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,012 miles
    Test number
    311199539649
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear seat belt stalk casing damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside 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)

  15. Pass51,189 miles (+7,891)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    51,189 miles
    Test number
    430116993178
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load outer casing damaged (5.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  16. Pass43,298 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    43,298 miles
    Test number
    239764315183
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  17. Fail43,298 miles (+10,192)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,298 miles
    Test number
    419524015197
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  18. Pass33,106 miles (+3,806)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    33,106 miles
    Test number
    445353514080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass29,300 miles (+1,803)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    29,300 miles
    Test number
    895091013002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass27,497 miles (+2,451)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    27,497 miles
    Test number
    379131412027
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

  21. Pass25,046 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    25,046 miles
    Test number
    217553411025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail25,046 miles (+2,468)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,046 miles
    Test number
    375222111026
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  23. Pass22,578 miles (+2,009)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    22,578 miles
    Test number
    312344000087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass20,569 miles (+1,359)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    20,569 miles
    Test number
    783803709090
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  25. Pass19,210 miles (+1,787)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    19,210 miles
    Test number
    991852267320
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  26. Pass17,423 miles (+1,607)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    17,423 miles
    Test number
    604373966370
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  27. Pass15,816 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    15,816 miles
    Test number
    322832065339

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X789 GEB

Does X789 GEB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X789 GEB is valid until 11 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on X789 GEB?
The MOT on X789 GEB is valid until 11 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X789 GEB done?
X789 GEB was recorded at 94,756 miles at its MOT on 12 Dec 2025, an average of 3,956 miles a year.
Has X789 GEB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X789 GEB has failed 7 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on X789 GEB 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 X789 GEB find?
X789 GEB passed its latest MOT on 12 Dec 2025 with 4 advisories: central rear seat belt buckle slightly damaged; oil leak, but not excessive; registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both, and 1 more.

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