
Volkswagen Golf
Black · Diesel · 2001 · 1,896 cc
X801 KOHMOT history
X801 KOH is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 8 Jan 2001. Its MOT expired on 12 Jan 2025 and it has passed 16 of 29 MOT tests, with 185,333 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Jan 2024.

- MOT
- Expired
- On 12 Jan 2025
- Mileage
- 185,333 mi
- At MOT on 13 Jan 2024
- MOT tests
- 29
- 16 passed · 13 failed
- Per year
- 7,069 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- X801 KOH
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- Volkswagen
- Model
- Golf
- Colour
- Black
- Fuel type
- Diesel
- Engine size
- 1,896 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2001
- First used
- 8 Jan 2001
- MOT status
- MOT expired on 12 Jan 2025
- Latest MOT test
- 13 Jan 2024 (Pass)
Mileage history
X801 KOH was last recorded at 185,333 miles on 13 Jan 2024, 26 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Jan 2024.
- Previous MOT
- 185,307 miles · 5 Jan 2024
- Between the last two tests
- 26 miles
- Average per year
- 7,069 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2024 – 185,333 miles
- 2023 – 179,866 miles
- 2021 – 175,239 miles
- 2020 – 170,539 miles
- 2019 – 162,751 miles
- 2018 – 158,217 miles
- 2014 – 149,640 miles
- 2013 – 136,974 miles
- 2012 – 124,286 miles
- 2011 – 113,793 miles
- 2010 – 103,660 miles
- 2009 – 94,790 miles
- 2008 – 85,733 miles
- 2007 – 77,775 miles
- 2006 – 63,840 miles
- 2005 – 56,414 miles
What the latest MOT found
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Rear end of both long front to rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
- AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both front sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
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.
Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2018
Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2014
Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Failure3 MOTs, 2012–2014
Exhaust noisy
Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024
Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2014
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid
Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2014
Full MOT history
29 tests since 18 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass185,333 miles (+26)5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 12 Jan 2025
- Odometer
- 185,333 miles
- Test number
- 766173640222
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Rear end of both long front to rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
- AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both front sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Fail185,307 miles (+5,441)2 major1 minor6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 185,307 miles
- Test number
- 326724344168
- MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
- AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
- AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material BOTH (1.1.11 (c))
Pass179,866 miles (+4,627)
- MOT expiry
- 5 Jan 2024
- Odometer
- 179,866 miles
- Test number
- 750663901393
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass175,239 miles (+4,700)7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 11 Oct 2022
- Odometer
- 175,239 miles
- Test number
- 656253762561
- AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
Pass170,539 miles2 minor3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 11 Oct 2021
- Odometer
- 170,539 miles
- Test number
- 463897172032
- MinorNearside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake grabbing slightly (1.2.1 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Fail170,539 miles (+7,788)8 major2 minor4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 170,539 miles
- Test number
- 628128202955
- MajorCentral Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
- MajorCentral Undertray insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
- MajorExhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))
- MajorNearside Front Inner Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- MajorNearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible kicks up on offside (4.1.4 (c))
- MajorOffside Front Inner Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- MajorOffside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible kicks up on offside (4.1.4 (c))
- MajorOffside Rear Inner Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- MinorNearside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake grabbing slightly (1.2.1 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass162,751 miles4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 11 Oct 2020
- Odometer
- 162,751 miles
- Test number
- 683034409304
- AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt x2
- AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Trailing arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Fail162,750 miles (+4,533)1 major4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 162,750 miles
- Test number
- 187401064346
- MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt x2
- AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Trailing arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Pass158,217 miles8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 11 Apr 2019
- Odometer
- 158,217 miles
- Test number
- 233589588872
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Inner rear (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)
- AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
- AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (3.5.1i)
Fail158,217 miles (+8,577)1 repaired8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 158,217 miles
- Test number
- 292902066394
- Repaired at testNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Inner rear (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)
- AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
- AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (3.5.1i)
Pass149,640 miles2 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- 15 Nov 2015
- Odometer
- 149,640 miles
- Test number
- 769249104329
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
Fail149,640 miles (+12,666)10 failures2 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 149,640 miles
- Test number
- 598257704371
- FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
- FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
- FailureHazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)
- FailureNearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
- FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- FailureOffside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
- FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
Pass136,974 miles2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 15 Nov 2014
- Odometer
- 136,974 miles
- Test number
- 997829913382
- AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Fail136,974 miles (+12,688)6 failures2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 136,974 miles
- Test number
- 435388313303
- FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
- FailureNearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
- FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
- FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- FailureRear registration plate dirty (6.3.1d)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Pass124,286 miles3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 15 Nov 2013
- Odometer
- 124,286 miles
- Test number
- 758931922352
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Fail124,286 miles (+10,493)5 failures3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 124,286 miles
- Test number
- 426650922464
- FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
- FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Pass113,793 miles
- MOT expiry
- 9 Nov 2012
- Odometer
- 113,793 miles
- Test number
- 405704511335
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail113,793 miles (+10,133)3 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 113,793 miles
- Test number
- 659973711394
- FailureNearside Front Seat belt stitching badly frayed (5.2.2b)
- FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
Pass103,660 miles
- MOT expiry
- 8 Nov 2011
- Odometer
- 103,660 miles
- Test number
- 691957000377
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail103,660 miles (+8,870)5 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 103,660 miles
- Test number
- 191575800361
- FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
- FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
- FailureOffside Rear Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
- FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Pass94,790 miles
- MOT expiry
- 8 Nov 2010
- Odometer
- 94,790 miles
- Test number
- 243393419330
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail94,790 miles (+9,057)1 repaired
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 94,790 miles
- Test number
- 824453119360
- Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (1.8)
Fail85,733 miles1 repaired1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 85,733 miles
- Test number
- 411093308399
- Repaired at testFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Pass85,733 miles (+7,958)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 28 Oct 2009
- Odometer
- 85,733 miles
- Test number
- 522793008314
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Pass77,775 miles
- MOT expiry
- 16 Oct 2008
- Odometer
- 77,775 miles
- Test number
- 161890797248
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail77,775 miles (+738)2 repaired
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 77,775 miles
- Test number
- 900020397282
- Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- Repaired at testOffside Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
Fail77,037 miles (+13,197)6 failures1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 77,037 miles
- Test number
- 460372947219
- FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
- FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- FailureOffside Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
- FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- FailureSub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
- NoteNumber plates may fail next years test
Pass63,840 miles (+7,426)
- MOT expiry
- 16 Aug 2007
- Odometer
- 63,840 miles
- Test number
- 230439626236
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass56,414 miles1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 17 Oct 2006
- Odometer
- 56,414 miles
- Test number
- 151421795258
- AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Questions about X801 KOH
- Does X801 KOH currently have a valid MOT?
- No. The MOT on X801 KOH expired on 12 Jan 2025, according to DVSA records.
- When is the MOT due on X801 KOH?
- The MOT on X801 KOH expired on 12 Jan 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
- What mileage has X801 KOH done?
- X801 KOH was recorded at 185,333 miles at its MOT on 13 Jan 2024, an average of 7,069 miles a year.
- Has X801 KOH ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. X801 KOH has failed 13 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Jan 2024.
- Has the mileage on X801 KOH 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 KOH find?
- X801 KOH passed its latest MOT on 13 Jan 2024 with 5 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear end of both long front to rear pipes; exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration; integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both front sills, and 2 more.
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