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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Diesel · 2000 · 1,896 cc

Y307 XJFMOT history

Y307 XJF is a blue diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 31 Dec 2000. Its MOT expired on 20 Dec 2021 and it has passed 15 of 24 MOT tests, with 166,798 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Dec 2021.

Y307 XJF blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 20 Dec 2021
Mileage
166,798 mi
At MOT on 17 Dec 2021
MOT tests
24
15 passed · 9 failed
Per year
8,719 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y307 XJF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
31 Dec 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Dec 2021
Latest MOT test
17 Dec 2021 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y307 XJF was last recorded at 166,798 miles on 17 Dec 2021, 11,019 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Nov 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
155,779 miles · 28 Nov 2020
Between the last two tests
11,019 miles
Average per year
8,719 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 166,798 miles
  • 2020 – 155,779 miles
  • 2019 – 146,904 miles
  • 2018 – 141,777 miles
  • 2017 – 134,551 miles
  • 2016 – 128,486 miles
  • 2015 – 118,727 miles
  • 2014 – 113,771 miles
  • 2013 – 108,918 miles
  • 2012 – 91,461 miles
  • 2011 – 76,181 miles
  • 2010 – 70,269 miles
  • 2009 – 60,161 miles
  • 2008 – 49,216 miles
  • 2007 – 40,448 miles
  • 2006 – 30,473 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail166,798 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
  • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
  • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers damaged to the extent that it does not function (5.3.2 (b))
  • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

Full MOT history

24 tests since 29 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail166,798 miles (+11,019)7 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,798 miles
    Test number
    208809585254
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers damaged to the extent that it does not function (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass155,779 miles (+310)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    155,779 miles
    Test number
    808799562914
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Fail155,469 miles (+8,565)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,469 miles
    Test number
    903871152484
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Pass146,904 miles (+5,127)3 minor
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    146,904 miles
    Test number
    126328734178
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  5. Pass141,777 miles (+7,226)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    141,777 miles
    Test number
    497897496573
    • AdvisoryRubber bushes and gaitors starting to perish

  6. Pass134,551 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    134,551 miles
    Test number
    594401820250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail134,551 miles (+6,065)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,551 miles
    Test number
    267533798868
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

  8. Pass128,486 miles (+9,759)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    128,486 miles
    Test number
    676067614133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass118,727 miles (+4,956)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    118,727 miles
    Test number
    978861905384

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass113,771 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    113,771 miles
    Test number
    179052344218
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  11. Fail113,771 miles (+4,853)3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,771 miles
    Test number
    799192344286
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  12. Pass108,918 miles (+17,457)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    108,918 miles
    Test number
    235240843241
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteN/s/r tyre inner wall
    • NoteO/s/f steering arm has slight play at fixing

  13. Pass91,461 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    91,461 miles
    Test number
    329008292117
    • NoteNear side rear spring has extreme end missing

  14. Fail91,461 miles (+15,280)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,461 miles
    Test number
    196448892142
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNear side rear spring has extreme end missing

  15. Pass76,181 miles9 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    76,181 miles
    Test number
    298665391100
    • NoteAMP POWER LEAD RUNNING ALONG A POST
    • NoteBELONGINGS IN BOOT
    • NoteCAMBELT HISTORY?
    • NoteK AND N FILTER FITTED
    • NoteNEARSIDE FRONT BRAKE JUDDER
    • NoteNEARSIDE FRONT TYRE OUTER EDGE WORN
    • NoteOFFSIDE FRONT TYRE OUTER EDGE WORN
    • NotePAD WARNING LIGHT ON
    • NoteSUB AND AMP FITTED IN BOOT

  16. Fail76,181 miles (+5,912)1 repaired9 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,181 miles
    Test number
    387575591116
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • NoteAMP POWER LEAD RUNNING ALONG A POST
    • NoteBELONGINGS IN BOOT
    • NoteCAMBELT HISTORY?
    • NoteK AND N FILTER FITTED
    • NoteNEARSIDE FRONT BRAKE JUDDER
    • NoteNEARSIDE FRONT TYRE OUTER EDGE WORN
    • NoteOFFSIDE FRONT TYRE OUTER EDGE WORN
    • NotePAD WARNING LIGHT ON
    • NoteSUB AND AMP FITTED IN BOOT

  17. Pass70,269 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    70,269 miles
    Test number
    674424300284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. FailMileage not read2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    110874700246
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

  19. Pass60,161 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2010
    Odometer
    60,161 miles
    Test number
    280655809157
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  20. Fail60,161 miles (+10,945)4 failures2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,161 miles
    Test number
    281199399054
    • FailureBrake pedal creeps down when held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  21. Pass49,216 miles (+8,768)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2009
    Odometer
    49,216 miles
    Test number
    213096218419
    • NoteRear axle bushes weak

  22. Pass40,448 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2008
    Odometer
    40,448 miles
    Test number
    914982327139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail40,446 miles (+9,973)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,446 miles
    Test number
    672790227105
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  24. Pass30,473 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2007
    Odometer
    30,473 miles
    Test number
    320999616104
    • 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)

Questions about Y307 XJF

Does Y307 XJF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y307 XJF expired on 20 Dec 2021, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y307 XJF?
The MOT on Y307 XJF expired on 20 Dec 2021. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y307 XJF done?
Y307 XJF was recorded at 166,798 miles at its MOT on 17 Dec 2021, an average of 8,719 miles a year.
Has Y307 XJF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y307 XJF has failed 9 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Dec 2021.
Has the mileage on Y307 XJF 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 Y307 XJF find?
Y307 XJF failed its latest MOT on 17 Dec 2021 with 7 major defects, 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: nearside front direction indicator incorrect colour; nearside headlamp levelling device inoperative; offside headlamp levelling device inoperative, and 8 more.

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