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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Petrol · 2000 · 1,781 cc

X808 MCSMOT history

X808 MCS is a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 22 Sept 2000. Its MOT is valid until 4 Apr 2027 and it has passed 21 of 36 MOT tests, with 111,078 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Mar 2026.

X808 MCS blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 4 Apr 2027
Mileage
111,078 mi
At MOT on 24 Mar 2026
MOT tests
36
21 passed · 15 failed
Per year
3,435 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X808 MCS
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
22 Sept 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X808 MCS was last recorded at 111,078 miles on 24 Mar 2026, 2,136 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Apr 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 13 Feb 2019: 94,583 miles, lower than 95,476 miles on 31 Jan 2019.
  • 5 Apr 2024: 106,082 miles, lower than 106,475 miles on 5 Mar 2024.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
108,942 miles · 4 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
2,136 miles
Average per year
3,435 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 111,078 miles
  • 2025 – 108,942 miles
  • 2024 – 106,082 miles
  • 2023 – 103,862 miles
  • 2022 – 101,925 miles
  • 2021 – 100,470 miles
  • 2020 – 98,138 miles
  • 2019 – 94,583 miles
  • 2018 – 93,068 miles
  • 2017 – 89,476 miles
  • 2016 – 86,122 miles
  • 2015 – 81,743 miles
  • 2014 – 78,162 miles
  • 2013 – 74,090 miles
  • 2012 – 70,104 miles
  • 2011 – 68,544 miles
  • 2010 – 64,720 miles
  • 2009 – 56,387 miles
  • 2008 – 53,745 miles
  • 2007 – 47,742 miles
  • 2006 – 41,956 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass111,078 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (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.

  • Central Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule by axle

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule by axle

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front outer sill corrosion, not prescribed area.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

36 tests since 7 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass111,078 miles (+2,136)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    111,078 miles
    Test number
    789913454426
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass108,942 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    108,942 miles
    Test number
    820916831512
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule by axle (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule by axle (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  3. Fail108,940 miles (+2,858)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,940 miles
    Test number
    243046745816
    • MajorCentral Rear Boot lid damaged and likely to cause injury corroded, hole with sharp edges (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule by axle (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule by axle (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  4. Pass106,082 miles (-393)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    106,082 miles
    Test number
    217707645621

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail106,475 miles (+2,613)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,475 miles
    Test number
    985401000924
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill/Floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  6. Pass103,862 miles (+3)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    103,862 miles
    Test number
    102724334132
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front outer sill corrosion, not prescribed area.
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil overfilled!
    • AdvisoryNo. plate lamps dim.
    • AdvisoryReverse lamps not working

  7. Fail103,859 miles (+1,934)1 dangerous1 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,859 miles
    Test number
    130324534151
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front outer sill corrosion, not prescribed area.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing badly perished replacement advised (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing badly perished replacement advised (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides to flexy hoses (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust silencer slightly loose clamps corroded (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil overfilled!
    • AdvisoryNo. plate lamps dim.
    • AdvisoryReverse lamps not working

  8. Pass101,925 miles (+34)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    101,925 miles
    Test number
    856069267696
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Fail101,891 miles (+1,421)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,891 miles
    Test number
    127524933321
    • MajorNearside Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Outer Sill Corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass100,470 miles (+2,332)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    100,470 miles
    Test number
    857933329948

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass98,138 miles (+17)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    98,138 miles
    Test number
    677880360375
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Fail98,121 miles (+3,538)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,121 miles
    Test number
    546938508518
    • MajorFront Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect dip beam bulb fitment (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill to floor area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  13. Pass94,583 miles (-893)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    94,583 miles
    Test number
    840805159839

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail95,476 miles (+2,408)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,476 miles
    Test number
    718013868086
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  15. Pass93,068 miles (+18)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    93,068 miles
    Test number
    327358324045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail93,050 miles (+3,574)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,050 miles
    Test number
    283262148174
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  17. Pass89,476 miles (+3,354)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    89,476 miles
    Test number
    942341829239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass86,122 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    86,122 miles
    Test number
    835460417105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail86,122 miles (+4,379)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,122 miles
    Test number
    211987766973
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  20. Pass81,743 miles (+3,581)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    81,743 miles
    Test number
    388072425076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass78,162 miles (+101)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    78,162 miles
    Test number
    927854224089
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteSlight damage to o/s lower sill

  22. Fail78,061 miles (+3,971)3 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,061 miles
    Test number
    116296414435
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteSlight damage to o/s lower sill

  23. Pass74,090 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    74,090 miles
    Test number
    798008323015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail74,090 miles (+3,986)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,090 miles
    Test number
    447008623019
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

  25. Pass70,104 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    70,104 miles
    Test number
    878511082013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail70,102 miles (+1,558)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,102 miles
    Test number
    106799172066
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

  27. Pass68,544 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    68,544 miles
    Test number
    586909981018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail68,544 miles (+3,824)3 failures2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,544 miles
    Test number
    508429881007
    • FailureNearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteFront brake discs worn
    • NoteNearside front driveshaft inner boot insecure
    • NoteNearside rear tyre wall damaged
    • NoteRear brake discs pitted

  29. Pass64,720 miles (+8,333)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    64,720 miles
    Test number
    691372970008
    • AdvisoryBrake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteNear side front drive shaft inner boot poss,clip missing.

  30. Pass56,387 miles (+2,642)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    56,387 miles
    Test number
    194497899086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass53,745 miles (+1)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    53,745 miles
    Test number
    783367688051
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteCentre exhaust pipe poor condition and has a minor leak of exhaust gases

  32. Fail53,744 miles (+6,002)6 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,744 miles
    Test number
    153226588095
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteCentre exhaust pipe poor condition and has a minor leak of exhaust gases

  33. Pass47,742 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    47,742 miles
    Test number
    661657347092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Fail47,742 miles (+5,786)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,742 miles
    Test number
    193157047432
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  35. Pass41,956 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    41,956 miles
    Test number
    334971846087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  36. Fail41,954 miles1 failure4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,954 miles
    Test number
    404308736050
    • FailureOffside Front Steering rack deformed and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteNsr brake slightly binding
    • NoteOsr brake slightly binding

Questions about X808 MCS

Does X808 MCS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X808 MCS is valid until 4 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on X808 MCS?
The MOT on X808 MCS is valid until 4 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X808 MCS done?
X808 MCS was recorded at 111,078 miles at its MOT on 24 Mar 2026, an average of 3,435 miles a year.
Has X808 MCS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X808 MCS has failed 15 of its 36 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on X808 MCS ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 13 Feb 2019. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on X808 MCS find?
X808 MCS passed its latest MOT on 24 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: nearside front obligatory mirror slightly loose; nearside rear anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside rear coil spring corroded, and 2 more.

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