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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 2000 · 1,781 cc

X793 HLRMOT history

X793 HLR is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 20 Nov 2000. Its MOT expired on 2 Jan 2025 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 196,398 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Jan 2024.

X793 HLR black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 2 Jan 2025
Mileage
196,398 mi
At MOT on 3 Jan 2024
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,762 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X793 HLR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
20 Nov 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Jan 2025
Latest MOT test
3 Jan 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

X793 HLR was last recorded at 196,398 miles on 3 Jan 2024, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Dec 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
196,395 miles · 29 Dec 2023
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
4,762 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 196,398 miles
  • 2023 – 196,395 miles
  • 2021 – 196,368 miles
  • 2020 – 195,931 miles
  • 2019 – 194,734 miles
  • 2018 – 190,101 miles
  • 2017 – 184,595 miles
  • 2015 – 181,018 miles
  • 2014 – 177,465 miles
  • 2013 – 171,642 miles
  • 2012 – 163,462 miles
  • 2010 – 162,684 miles
  • 2009 – 151,986 miles
  • 2008 – 141,955 miles
  • 2007 – 134,768 miles
  • 2006 – 120,295 miles
  • 2005 – 110,167 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass196,398 miles
  • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Driver's view to the front outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction stickers in n/s edge of screen,

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

  • Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both fronts,

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Both front and n/s rear lower sills distorted but not excessively so.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Brake servo pipes deteriorated but taped up and secure and leak free at time of test.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

27 tests since 24 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass196,398 miles (+3)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    196,398 miles
    Test number
    725352071114
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Fail196,395 miles (+27)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    196,395 miles
    Test number
    533132001709
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass196,368 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    196,368 miles
    Test number
    682271704564

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail196,368 miles (+437)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    196,368 miles
    Test number
    842551437407
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill/floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Pass195,931 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    195,931 miles
    Test number
    335992536218
    • MinorNearside Front Driver's view to the front outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction stickers down the side. (3.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail195,930 miles (+1,196)1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    195,930 miles
    Test number
    901879576608
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Driver's view to the front outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction stickers down the side. (3.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass194,734 miles (+20)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    194,734 miles
    Test number
    567297156411
    • MinorDriver's view to the front outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction stickers in n/s edge of screen, (3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both fronts, (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBoth front and n/s rear lower sills distorted but not excessively so.
    • AdvisoryBrake servo pipes deteriorated but taped up and secure and leak free at time of test.

  8. Fail194,714 miles (+4,613)1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    194,714 miles
    Test number
    770705535955
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. adjusters not working, (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorDriver's view to the front outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction stickers in n/s edge of screen, (3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both fronts, (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBoth front and n/s rear lower sills distorted but not excessively so.
    • AdvisoryBrake servo pipes deteriorated but taped up and secure and leak free at time of test.

  9. Pass190,101 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    190,101 miles
    Test number
    779142468480
    • MinorOffside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • Advisory2x brake servo vacuum pipes split but still secure and not leaking at time of test!.
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front outer sill lower edge distorted but not excessively so,
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryStickers down n/s edge of windscreen but not affecting drivers view.

  10. Fail190,100 miles (+5,505)2 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,100 miles
    Test number
    544592250451
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength also distorted!, (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure held up with wire!, (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • Advisory2x brake servo vacuum pipes split but still secure and not leaking at time of test!.
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front outer sill lower edge distorted but not excessively so,
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryStickers down n/s edge of windscreen but not affecting drivers view.

  11. Pass184,595 miles (+3,577)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    184,595 miles
    Test number
    626852551154
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive lower edge of sill, (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance lens cracked, (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides, (3.5.1i)

  12. Fail181,018 miles2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,018 miles
    Test number
    429706645159
    • Repaired at testRear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Pass181,018 miles (+3,553)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2016
    Odometer
    181,018 miles
    Test number
    748406945168
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Pass177,465 miles1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    177,465 miles
    Test number
    905848094047
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteNearside and offside rear shock absorber dust covers loose
    • NoteScratch on windscreen
    • NoteWashers poor

  15. Fail177,463 miles (+5,821)1 failure1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,463 miles
    Test number
    705068894052
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteNearside and offside rear shock absorber dust covers loose
    • NoteScratch on windscreen
    • NoteWashers poor

  16. Pass171,642 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    171,642 miles
    Test number
    829296313160
    • NoteBrake pad warning on
    • NoteCorrosion on suspension components
    • NoteDamage to screen

  17. Fail171,641 miles (+8,179)5 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,641 miles
    Test number
    699196413154
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • NoteBrake pad warning on
    • NoteCorrosion on suspension components
    • NoteDamage to screen

  18. Pass163,462 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    163,462 miles
    Test number
    677471722191
    • NoteBattery & wiring insecure.
    • NoteBrake warning lamp illuminated.
    • NoteFront grille insecure.
    • NoteO/s headlamp internally damaged.

  19. Fail163,462 miles (+778)9 failures5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,462 miles
    Test number
    397118212109
    • FailureBrake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)
    • FailureHazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteBattery & wiring insecure.
    • NoteBrake warning lamp illuminated.
    • NoteFront grille insecure.
    • NoteO/s headlamp internally damaged.
    • NotePassenger seat back unable to hitch foward.

  20. Fail162,684 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,684 miles
    Test number
    350070630341
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

  21. Pass162,684 miles (+10,698)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    162,684 miles
    Test number
    884950730330

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass151,986 miles (+10,031)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    151,986 miles
    Test number
    754938819336

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass141,955 miles (+7,187)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    141,955 miles
    Test number
    262380528396

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass134,768 miles (+14,473)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    134,768 miles
    Test number
    884609017351

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass120,295 miles (+1,267)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    120,295 miles
    Test number
    524544016267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass119,028 miles (+8,861)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    119,028 miles
    Test number
    524582496159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass110,167 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    110,167 miles
    Test number
    753658825342

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X793 HLR

Does X793 HLR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X793 HLR expired on 2 Jan 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X793 HLR?
The MOT on X793 HLR expired on 2 Jan 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X793 HLR done?
X793 HLR was recorded at 196,398 miles at its MOT on 3 Jan 2024, an average of 4,762 miles a year.
Has X793 HLR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X793 HLR has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on X793 HLR 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 X793 HLR find?
X793 HLR passed its latest MOT on 3 Jan 2024 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: offside obligatory mirror slightly damaged; central exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases.

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