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GOLF · Red

ST56 VJP
MOTExpired
MOT due3 Mar 2026
First reg19 Jan 2007
Mileage148,008 mi
Tax
Tax due

Vehicle age

19 years and 5 months

Fuel

Petrol

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MOT history

As of 9 November 2025.

PASSED · 27 Feb 2025
Test date27 Feb 2025
Expiry3 Mar 2026
Test number701684143420
Mileage148,008 mi
PASSED · 4 Mar 2024
Test date4 Mar 2024
Expiry3 Mar 2025
Test number520264448290
Mileage142,530 mi
AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
FAILED · 4 Mar 2024
Test date4 Mar 2024
Expiry
Test number577927295342
Mileage142,530 mi
PrsOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
PASSED · 25 Feb 2023
Test date25 Feb 2023
Expiry24 Feb 2024
Test number769020950350
Mileage135,507 mi
AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear axle & suspension arm corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
FAILED · 25 Feb 2023
Test date25 Feb 2023
Expiry
Test number856795471921
Mileage135,507 mi
AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
PrsRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear axle & suspension arm corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
PASSED · 8 Feb 2022
Test date8 Feb 2022
Expiry7 Feb 2023
Test number414419359758
Mileage127,612 mi
AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
MinorDriver's door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
FAILED · 1 Feb 2022
Test date1 Feb 2022
Expiry
Test number752195603897
Mileage127,610 mi
AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
MinorDriver's door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
PASSED · 6 Nov 2020
Test date6 Nov 2020
Expiry5 Nov 2021
Test number694659037012
Mileage115,170 mi
MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
FAILED · 6 Nov 2020
Test date6 Nov 2020
Expiry
Test number540641828271
Mileage115,170 mi
PrsNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
PASSED · 30 Oct 2019
Test date30 Oct 2019
Expiry29 Oct 2020
Test number258927981131
Mileage108,712 mi
AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
PASSED · 25 Sep 2018
Test date25 Sep 2018
Expiry24 Sep 2019
Test number214646545065
Mileage103,279 mi
AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
FAILED · 24 Sep 2018
Test date24 Sep 2018
Expiry
Test number462464721257
Mileage103,278 mi
DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
MajorCentral Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
PASSED · 26 Aug 2016
Test date26 Aug 2016
Expiry30 Aug 2017
Test number986242847990
Mileage83,458 mi
FAILED · 26 Aug 2016
Test date26 Aug 2016
Expiry
Test number842998990662
Mileage83,457 mi
FailRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
FailOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
PASSED · 31 Aug 2015
Test date31 Aug 2015
Expiry30 Aug 2016
Test number909066043746
Mileage79,713 mi
PASSED · 18 Nov 2014
Test date18 Nov 2014
Expiry17 Nov 2015
Test number447432724458
Mileage68,881 mi
PASSED · 21 Feb 2014
Test date21 Feb 2014
Expiry20 Feb 2015
Test number518212954078
Mileage65,063 mi
PASSED · 19 Jan 2013
Test date19 Jan 2013
Expiry19 Jan 2014
Test number106339813428
Mileage58,400 mi
AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
PASSED · 18 Jan 2012
Test date18 Jan 2012
Expiry19 Jan 2013
Test number818738112076
Mileage50,058 mi
PASSED · 5 Jan 2011
Test date5 Jan 2011
Expiry19 Jan 2012
Test number569545401045
Mileage36,204 mi
User Enteredslight corrosion and grooving at both front brake discs
User Enteredrear brake discs rusty at outer edges and slightly worn
User Enteredslight wear at rear tyres inner edges
PASSED · 23 Dec 2009
Test date23 Dec 2009
Expiry19 Jan 2011
Test number541957959330
Mileage27,694 mi
User Enteredfront brake discs rusty and slightly pitted
User Enteredrear brake discs rusty and slightly pitted
User Enteredhigh level brake light only partially working
User Enteredengine oil level low