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Volkswagen Golf

Green · Petrol · 2001 · 1,598 cc

X792 HVLMOT history

X792 HVL is a green petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 7 Feb 2001. Its MOT expired on 31 Oct 2025 and it has passed 20 of 35 MOT tests, with 143,375 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Oct 2025.

X792 HVL green Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Golf, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 31 Oct 2025
Mileage
143,375 mi
At MOT on 8 Oct 2025
MOT tests
35
20 passed · 15 failed
Per year
2,647 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X792 HVL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
7 Feb 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 31 Oct 2025
Latest MOT test
8 Oct 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

X792 HVL was last recorded at 143,375 miles on 8 Oct 2025, 1,176 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
142,199 miles · 29 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
1,176 miles
Average per year
2,647 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 143,375 miles
  • 2024 – 142,199 miles
  • 2023 – 140,855 miles
  • 2022 – 139,486 miles
  • 2021 – 138,026 miles
  • 2020 – 136,467 miles
  • 2019 – 135,398 miles
  • 2018 – 134,352 miles
  • 2017 – 132,700 miles
  • 2016 – 129,805 miles
  • 2015 – 127,567 miles
  • 2014 – 125,310 miles
  • 2013 – 122,990 miles
  • 2012 – 120,846 miles
  • 2011 – 118,351 miles
  • 2010 – 115,217 miles
  • 2009 – 111,580 miles
  • 2008 – 105,663 miles
  • 2007 – 99,284 miles
  • 2006 – 93,180 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail143,375 miles
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill end area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

What MOT failures 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 Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Outer sills corroded and weak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Suspension and arms corroded and subframe corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front pads worn low

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

35 tests since 17 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail143,375 miles (+1,176)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,375 miles
    Test number
    248564957327
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill end area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass142,199 miles (+54)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    142,199 miles
    Test number
    136405871298
    • AdvisoryOuter sills corroded and weak
    • AdvisorySuspension and arms corroded and subframe corroded

  3. Fail142,145 miles (+1,290)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,145 miles
    Test number
    532452255915
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOuter sills corroded and weak
    • AdvisorySuspension and arms corroded and subframe corroded

  4. Pass140,855 miles (+56)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    140,855 miles
    Test number
    580258596066
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail140,799 miles (+1,313)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,799 miles
    Test number
    682934254386
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass139,486 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    139,486 miles
    Test number
    188668230334
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Fail139,486 miles (+1,460)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,486 miles
    Test number
    208271436924
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass138,026 miles (+1,559)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    138,026 miles
    Test number
    773426502774
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2-3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass136,467 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    136,467 miles
    Test number
    984006992689

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail136,467 miles (+1,069)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,467 miles
    Test number
    330027775565
    • DangerousNearside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEml on pre 2003

  11. Pass135,398 miles (+46)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    135,398 miles
    Test number
    506552105407
    • AdvisoryFront pads worn low
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust bracket corroded

  12. Fail135,352 miles (+1,000)8 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,352 miles
    Test number
    921521888415
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill area (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill area (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront pads worn low
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust bracket corroded

  13. Pass134,352 miles (+42)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    134,352 miles
    Test number
    529242343707
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryAlot of corrosion underneath

  14. Fail134,310 miles (+1,610)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,310 miles
    Test number
    634237682094
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases sleeve broken,front flexi section deteriorated (6.1.2 (a))
    • 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))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryAlot of corrosion underneath

  15. Pass132,700 miles (+22)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    132,700 miles
    Test number
    114355954946
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail132,678 miles (+2,873)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,678 miles
    Test number
    194375153017
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass129,805 miles (+21)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    129,805 miles
    Test number
    713968463641
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  18. Fail129,784 miles (+2,217)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,784 miles
    Test number
    616465141718
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour bulb faded (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has a product on the light source so it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has a product on the light source so it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass127,567 miles (+2,257)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    127,567 miles
    Test number
    536515802351
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust brackets corroded and weak

  20. Pass125,310 miles (+29)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    125,310 miles
    Test number
    177722404350
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteSome corrosion on exhaust system
    • NoteSome corrosion on metal brake pipes
    • NoteSome corrosion on metal ferrules of flexible brake hoses

  21. Fail125,281 miles (+2,291)5 failures4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,281 miles
    Test number
    135140404329
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteSome corrosion on exhaust system
    • NoteSome corrosion on metal brake pipes
    • NoteSome corrosion on metal ferrules of flexible brake hoses

  22. Pass122,990 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    122,990 miles
    Test number
    819621703339
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  23. Fail122,990 miles (+2,144)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,990 miles
    Test number
    785787893295
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  24. Pass120,846 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    120,846 miles
    Test number
    478273902440
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine light on

  25. Fail120,846 miles (+2,495)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,846 miles
    Test number
    768799592282
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine light on

  26. Pass118,351 miles (+3,134)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    118,351 miles
    Test number
    556161401357
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  27. Pass115,217 miles (+3,637)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    115,217 miles
    Test number
    662794880280
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass111,580 miles (+5,917)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    111,580 miles
    Test number
    680289689228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass105,663 miles (+6,379)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    105,663 miles
    Test number
    592933108389

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail99,284 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,284 miles
    Test number
    181589587271
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  31. Pass99,284 miles (+6,104)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    99,284 miles
    Test number
    313599587282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass93,180 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    93,180 miles
    Test number
    403040206388

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail93,180 miles4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,180 miles
    Test number
    390446696216
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteN/s rear wheel bent

  34. FailMileage not read1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    510067016073
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

  35. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    642777016099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X792 HVL

Does X792 HVL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X792 HVL expired on 31 Oct 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X792 HVL?
The MOT on X792 HVL expired on 31 Oct 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X792 HVL done?
X792 HVL was recorded at 143,375 miles at its MOT on 8 Oct 2025, an average of 2,647 miles a year.
Has X792 HVL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X792 HVL has failed 15 of its 35 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on X792 HVL 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 X792 HVL find?
X792 HVL failed its latest MOT on 8 Oct 2025 with 2 major defects and 3 advisories: exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; offside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill end area; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases, and 2 more.

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