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Green · Petrol · 2001 · 1,781 cc

X797 LRTMOT history

X797 LRT is a green petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 3 Jan 2001. Its MOT expired on 22 Dec 2023 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 201,476 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Dec 2022.

X797 LRT green Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 22 Dec 2023
Mileage
201,476 mi
At MOT on 23 Dec 2022
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
8,216 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X797 LRT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
3 Jan 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Dec 2023
Latest MOT test
23 Dec 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

X797 LRT was last recorded at 201,476 miles on 23 Dec 2022, 4,327 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Dec 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
197,149 miles · 20 Dec 2021
Between the last two tests
4,327 miles
Average per year
8,216 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 201,476 miles
  • 2021 – 197,149 miles
  • 2020 – 189,661 miles
  • 2019 – 181,630 miles
  • 2018 – 170,416 miles
  • 2017 – 163,686 miles
  • 2016 – 156,631 miles
  • 2015 – 150,739 miles
  • 2013 – 143,975 miles
  • 2012 – 138,893 miles
  • 2011 – 135,501 miles
  • 2010 – 127,794 miles
  • 2009 – 116,053 miles
  • 2008 – 102,095 miles
  • 2007 – 89,113 miles
  • 2006 – 75,355 miles
  • 2005 – 61,781 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass201,476 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Advise early replacement (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryEmissions only just passed, slight misfire detected at time of test
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides, corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both sides, sills corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryFront Upper Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened Both top mounts worn (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Passenger seat slightly loose
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Driver's seat slightly loose
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Axle bushes worn. Advise early replacement
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides, corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides, to flexy hoses, corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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 Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2016

  • Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2016

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2012

Full MOT history

28 tests since 22 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass201,476 miles (+4,327)3 minor15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    201,476 miles
    Test number
    721524220872
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Advise early replacement (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryEmissions only just passed, slight misfire detected at time of test
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides, corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both sides, sills corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened Both top mounts worn (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Passenger seat slightly loose
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Driver's seat slightly loose
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle bushes worn. Advise early replacement
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides, corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides, to flexy hoses, corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass197,149 miles (+7,488)2 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    197,149 miles
    Test number
    722543894341
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear corroding (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake binding but not excessively Both sides (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides, corroded and pitting (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides, to flexy hoses (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing has slight play Both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear beam axle main bushes worn

  3. Pass189,661 miles (+8,031)2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    189,661 miles
    Test number
    881655461143
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides, worn on edges and low on tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides, corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides, corroded. (Flexy hoses to calipers) (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing has slight play Both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle main bushes splitting

  4. Pass181,630 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    181,630 miles
    Test number
    534039300043
    • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt deteriorated (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides, inner edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides, corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  5. Fail181,630 miles (+11,214)1 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,630 miles
    Test number
    626821169584
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt deteriorated (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides, inner edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides, corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  6. Pass170,416 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    170,416 miles
    Test number
    139127201774
    • MinorOffside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  7. Fail170,416 miles (+6,730)3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,416 miles
    Test number
    209662174959
    • 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))
    • MajorNearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  8. Pass163,686 miles (+3,182)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    163,686 miles
    Test number
    578071448231
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  9. Pass160,504 miles (+3,873)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    160,504 miles
    Test number
    901634002872
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit has flat spot (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  10. Pass156,631 miles (+8)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    156,631 miles
    Test number
    501224783071
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim Inner rim. (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured Advise early replacement. (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisorySlight play in front shock top mounts.

  11. Fail156,623 miles (+5,884)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,623 miles
    Test number
    643690117463
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim Inner rim. (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured Advise early replacement. (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisorySlight play in front shock top mounts.

  12. Pass150,739 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    150,739 miles
    Test number
    868404935043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail150,738 miles (+6,763)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,738 miles
    Test number
    349434735077
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

  14. Pass143,975 miles (+2)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    143,975 miles
    Test number
    449961733345
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre wearing on inner edge

  15. Fail143,973 miles (+5,080)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,973 miles
    Test number
    667500933337
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth rear wheel bearings have play
    • NoteNearside rear tyre wearing on inner edge

  16. Pass138,893 miles5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    138,893 miles
    Test number
    388482062382
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • NoteExhaust system corroded

  17. Fail138,893 miles (+3,392)3 failures9 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,893 miles
    Test number
    615576152365
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteExhaust system corroded

  18. Pass135,501 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    135,501 miles
    Test number
    488856151408

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail135,501 miles (+7,707)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,501 miles
    Test number
    207786651367
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  20. Pass127,794 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    127,794 miles
    Test number
    820074760392

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail127,794 miles (+11,741)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,794 miles
    Test number
    102543760323
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  22. Pass116,053 miles (+13,958)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    116,053 miles
    Test number
    891797459326
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteOffside front brake slightly binding

  23. Pass102,095 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    102,095 miles
    Test number
    623448758360
    • 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)

  24. Fail102,095 miles (+12,982)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,095 miles
    Test number
    852418458320
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • 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)

  25. Pass89,113 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    89,113 miles
    Test number
    871515257395
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

  26. Fail89,112 miles (+13,757)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,112 miles
    Test number
    171255357349
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

  27. Pass75,355 miles (+13,574)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    75,355 miles
    Test number
    480601866322
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  28. Pass61,781 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    61,781 miles
    Test number
    344646955369
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NotePower steering belt starting to crack and perish
    • NoteOffside rear tyre slight flat spots

Questions about X797 LRT

Does X797 LRT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X797 LRT expired on 22 Dec 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X797 LRT?
The MOT on X797 LRT expired on 22 Dec 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X797 LRT done?
X797 LRT was recorded at 201,476 miles at its MOT on 23 Dec 2022, an average of 8,216 miles a year.
Has X797 LRT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X797 LRT has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Dec 2019.
Has the mileage on X797 LRT 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 X797 LRT find?
X797 LRT passed its latest MOT on 23 Dec 2022 with 3 minor defects and 15 advisories: nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; offside front steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt advise early replacement; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view, and 15 more.

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