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Volkswagen Golf

Beige · Petrol · 2001 · 1,598 cc

X801 BPCMOT history

X801 BPC is a beige petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 26 Jan 2001. Its MOT expired on 21 Dec 2023 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 108,123 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Dec 2022.

X801 BPC beige Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 21 Dec 2023
Mileage
108,123 mi
At MOT on 3 Dec 2022
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,690 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X801 BPC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Beige
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
26 Jan 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Dec 2023
Latest MOT test
3 Dec 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

X801 BPC was last recorded at 108,123 miles on 3 Dec 2022, 6,379 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Dec 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
101,744 miles · 22 Dec 2021
Between the last two tests
6,379 miles
Average per year
4,690 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 108,123 miles
  • 2021 – 101,744 miles
  • 2020 – 94,925 miles
  • 2019 – 93,212 miles
  • 2018 – 91,660 miles
  • 2017 – 89,811 miles
  • 2016 – 87,612 miles
  • 2015 – 83,061 miles
  • 2014 – 76,768 miles
  • 2013 – 70,115 miles
  • 2011 – 62,782 miles
  • 2010 – 54,903 miles
  • 2009 – 49,070 miles
  • 2007 – 39,135 miles
  • 2006 – 33,769 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass108,123 miles
  • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective smearing (3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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 Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front suspension top mount bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front suspension top mount bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2016

Full MOT history

21 tests since 21 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass108,123 miles (+6,379)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    108,123 miles
    Test number
    192416410901
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective smearing (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass101,744 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    101,744 miles
    Test number
    346357710286
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension top mount bearing has slight play
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension top mount bearing has slight play

  3. Fail101,743 miles (+6,818)2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,743 miles
    Test number
    246971269882
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn suspension arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension top mount bearing has slight play
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension top mount bearing has slight play

  4. Pass94,925 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    94,925 miles
    Test number
    576059479419
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Fail94,925 miles (+1,713)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,925 miles
    Test number
    533501490730
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass93,212 miles (+1,552)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    93,212 miles
    Test number
    422855028204
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass91,660 miles (+1,849)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    91,660 miles
    Test number
    493364868557
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  8. Pass89,811 miles (+2,199)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    89,811 miles
    Test number
    244410032899
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  9. Pass87,612 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    87,612 miles
    Test number
    229035354340
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement all (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBoth number plate lights deteriorated/damaged
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on suspension and components
    • AdvisoryCovers and shields fitted

  10. Fail87,612 miles (+4,551)1 failure11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,612 miles
    Test number
    332615231110
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement all (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened heavily worn/lipped (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryO/S rear caliper parking brake lever not returning fully
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slight lip (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBoth number plate lights deteriorated/damaged
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on suspension and components
    • AdvisoryCovers and shields fitted
    • AdvisoryService light on

  11. Pass83,061 miles (+6,293)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    83,061 miles
    Test number
    968877705010
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  12. Pass76,768 miles (+6,653)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    76,768 miles
    Test number
    137943904480

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass70,115 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    70,115 miles
    Test number
    879250513093
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • NoteBoth rear axle mounting bushes breaking up.

  14. Fail70,115 miles (+7,333)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,115 miles
    Test number
    568290013095
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • NoteBoth rear axle mounting bushes breaking up.

  15. Pass62,782 miles (+7,879)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    62,782 miles
    Test number
    688104261383

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass54,903 miles (+5,833)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    54,903 miles
    Test number
    400603060302
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteCoolant level low
    • NoteOffside rear tyre split in tread no ply visiable

  17. Pass49,070 miles (+5,029)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    49,070 miles
    Test number
    971104369376
    • NoteBoth front tyres getting low on tread and worn on inner edge
    • NoteO/S/F seat belt fraying
    • NoteRear brake pads getting low

  18. Pass44,041 miles (+4,906)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    44,041 miles
    Test number
    434242109050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass39,135 miles (+5,366)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    39,135 miles
    Test number
    424112667379

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass33,769 miles (+4,751)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    33,769 miles
    Test number
    490102966331
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass29,018 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    29,018 miles
    Test number
    242071526094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X801 BPC

Does X801 BPC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X801 BPC expired on 21 Dec 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X801 BPC?
The MOT on X801 BPC expired on 21 Dec 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X801 BPC done?
X801 BPC was recorded at 108,123 miles at its MOT on 3 Dec 2022, an average of 4,690 miles a year.
Has X801 BPC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X801 BPC has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Dec 2021.
Has the mileage on X801 BPC 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 X801 BPC find?
X801 BPC passed its latest MOT on 3 Dec 2022 with 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: front windscreen wiper blade defective smearing; nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play, and 2 more.

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