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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Petrol · 2000 · 1,781 cc

X79 XDEMOT history

X79 XDE is a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 20 Sept 2000. Its MOT is valid until 27 Nov 2026 and it has passed 17 of 28 MOT tests, with 82,292 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Nov 2025.

X79 XDE blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 27 Nov 2026
Mileage
82,292 mi
At MOT on 3 Nov 2025
MOT tests
28
17 passed · 11 failed
Per year
2,900 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X79 XDE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
20 Sept 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
3 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

X79 XDE was last recorded at 82,292 miles on 3 Nov 2025, 3,894 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
78,398 miles · 28 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
3,894 miles
Average per year
2,900 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 82,292 miles
  • 2024 – 78,398 miles
  • 2023 – 76,319 miles
  • 2022 – 73,681 miles
  • 2021 – 70,108 miles
  • 2020 – 67,740 miles
  • 2019 – 65,559 miles
  • 2016 – 63,874 miles
  • 2015 – 63,416 miles
  • 2014 – 56,171 miles
  • 2013 – 54,237 miles
  • 2012 – 52,560 miles
  • 2010 – 48,785 miles
  • 2009 – 42,477 miles
  • 2008 – 38,048 miles
  • 2007 – 33,327 miles
  • 2006 – 26,577 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass82,292 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement strut top (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement strut top (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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 Brake hose slightly chafed

    Minor3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2016

  • Both rear inner sills slightly corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Minor steering rack leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

28 tests since 18 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass82,292 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    82,292 miles
    Test number
    983882783633
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement strut top (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement strut top (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail82,292 miles (+3,894)2 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,292 miles
    Test number
    848028091798
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement strut top (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement strut top (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass78,398 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    78,398 miles
    Test number
    316731596849
    • AdvisoryBoth rear inner sills slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Minor steering rack leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOsr seat belt stalk outer casing missing

  4. Fail78,398 miles (+2,079)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,398 miles
    Test number
    155762642938
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed Exhaust leak (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Centre box (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Obligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear inner sills slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Minor steering rack leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOsr seat belt stalk outer casing missing

  5. Pass76,319 miles2 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    76,319 miles
    Test number
    569614333053
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Minor leak from exhaust mid box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Strut top mount worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Strut top mount worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Both axle bushes worn/cracked/perished (5.1.2 (b) (i))

  6. Fail76,319 miles (+2,638)2 repaired2 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,319 miles
    Test number
    734332273556
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Minor leak from exhaust mid box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Strut top mount worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Strut top mount worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Both axle bushes worn/cracked/perished (5.1.2 (b) (i))

  7. Pass73,681 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    73,681 miles
    Test number
    972327804716
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre slightly cracked/perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Strut top mount worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Both rear axle bushes slightly cracked/perished (5.1.2 (b) (i))

  8. Fail73,681 miles (+3,573)2 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,681 miles
    Test number
    579675073014
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Major exhaust leak from exhaust centre box (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated Tyre also slightly cracked/perished (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Strut top mount worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Both rear axle bushes slightly cracked/perished (5.1.2 (b) (i))

  9. Pass70,108 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2022
    Odometer
    70,108 miles
    Test number
    414968633633
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Minor exhaust blow from exhaust mid-box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Brake disc slightly pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Brake pipe leading to brake hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  10. Fail70,108 miles (+2,368)1 repaired1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,108 miles
    Test number
    338566626115
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Minor exhaust blow from exhaust mid-box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Brake disc slightly pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Brake pipe leading to brake hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  11. Pass67,740 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2021
    Odometer
    67,740 miles
    Test number
    474462395325
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted Flat spot in inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  12. Fail67,740 miles (+2,181)1 dangerous1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,740 miles
    Test number
    236069847746
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension component ball joint likely to become detached Ball joint loose (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Brake inadequately mounted Front brake hose insecure (1.1.21 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted Flat spot in inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  13. Pass65,559 miles (+1,685)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2020
    Odometer
    65,559 miles
    Test number
    862364575130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass63,874 miles (+458)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    63,874 miles
    Test number
    292937061610
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

  15. Pass63,416 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    63,416 miles
    Test number
    586882785889
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted.

  16. Fail63,416 miles (+7,245)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,416 miles
    Test number
    566574769850
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed perished (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted.

  17. Pass56,171 miles (+1,934)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    56,171 miles
    Test number
    566725144206
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteO/side and n/side rear tyres has slight perishing in tread

  18. Fail54,237 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,237 miles
    Test number
    349948743287
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

  19. Pass54,237 miles (+1,677)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    54,237 miles
    Test number
    408658243275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass52,560 miles (+3,775)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    52,560 miles
    Test number
    888908142217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass48,785 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    48,785 miles
    Test number
    473643220258
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  22. Fail48,785 miles (+6,308)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,785 miles
    Test number
    441922920276
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  23. Pass42,477 miles (+4,429)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    42,477 miles
    Test number
    200476829246
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre

  24. Pass38,048 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    38,048 miles
    Test number
    614291438297
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  25. Fail38,043 miles (+4,716)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,043 miles
    Test number
    414808528231
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  26. Pass33,327 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    33,327 miles
    Test number
    720877227284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail33,325 miles (+6,748)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,325 miles
    Test number
    743486727237
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass26,577 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    26,577 miles
    Test number
    701190136226
    • NoteOffside rear side wall cracked and split.

Questions about X79 XDE

Does X79 XDE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X79 XDE is valid until 27 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on X79 XDE?
The MOT on X79 XDE is valid until 27 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X79 XDE done?
X79 XDE was recorded at 82,292 miles at its MOT on 3 Nov 2025, an average of 2,900 miles a year.
Has X79 XDE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X79 XDE has failed 11 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on X79 XDE 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 X79 XDE find?
X79 XDE passed its latest MOT on 3 Nov 2025 with 8 advisories: nearside front macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement strut top; offside front macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement strut top; offside rear axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn, and 5 more.

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