VOLKSWAGEN GOLF HJ56VHL has 24 MOTs

Has MOT
Has Tax
Book Your Next MOT Check Vehicle History
Did you know HJ56VHL may have a hidden past…
Uncover more about this VOLKSWAGEN GOLF like crash damage or finance. Click here to get your enhanced vehicle report.
Discover more about this VOLKSWAGEN GOLF that an MOT won't tell you. Leave no car unchecked - and save 20% when you check and compare your top three. Click here to get your enhanced vehicle report.
Powered by carVertical Logo
Use code MOT for your 20% DISCOUNT!
Book an MOT for HJ56VHL in seconds…
The MOT for this VOLKSWAGEN GOLF expires in 11 months. Get prepared by booking your next MOT now! Click here to make your booking.
Powered by BookMyGarage

This 2006 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF has Passed 17 MOTs and Failed 7 times since 2009

The most recent MOT was PASSED at 181,525 miles 1 month ago on Monday 18th May 2026 at 07:54.

The current MOT will expire in 11 months on Saturday 5th June 2027.

The current Tax will expire in 10 months on Saturday 1st May 2027.

HJ56VHL MOT History

ResultMOT DateExpiry DateMileage
PASSED5TH JUNE 2027181,525 MI
 
  1. ADVISORY - Oil Leak, But Not Excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
PASSED6TH JUNE 20255TH JUNE 2026168,645 MI
FAILED6TH JUNE 2025168,645 MI
 
  1. PRS - Offside Stop Lamp(s) Not Working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  2. PRS - Windscreen Washer Provides Insufficient Washer Liquid (3.5 (a))
PASSED3RD JUNE 20242ND JUNE 2025150,871 MI
PASSED22ND MAY 202330TH MAY 2024133,523 MI
PASSED27TH MAY 202230TH MAY 2023121,038 MI
FAILED26TH MAY 2022121,034 MI
 
  1. DANGEROUS - Nearside Front Tyre Tread Depth Below Requirements Of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  2. DANGEROUS - Offside Front Tyre Tread Depth Below Requirements Of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  3. DANGEROUS - Offside Front Tyre Has Ply Or Cords Exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  4. MAJOR - Nearside Front Lower Suspension Arm Pin Or Bush Excessively Worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  5. ADVISORY - Offside Rear Anti-Roll Bar Ball Joint Has Slight Play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
PASSED27TH MAY 202130TH MAY 2022108,920 MI
 
  1. MINOR - Nearside Front Outer Drive Shaft Joint Constant Velocity Boot Severely Deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  2. MINOR - Offside Front Outer Drive Shaft Joint Constant Velocity Boot Severely Deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  3. MINOR - Windscreen Damaged But Not Adversely Affecting Driver's View (3.2 (a) (i))
FAILED27TH MAY 2021108,920 MI
 
  1. MAJOR - Nearside Front Position Lamp Not Working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  2. MAJOR - Nearside Stop Lamp(s) Not Working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  3. DANGEROUS - Nearside Front Tyre Has Ply Or Cords Exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  4. DANGEROUS - Offside Front Tyre Has Ply Or Cords Exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  5. MINOR - Nearside Front Outer Drive Shaft Joint Constant Velocity Boot Severely Deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  6. MINOR - Offside Front Outer Drive Shaft Joint Constant Velocity Boot Severely Deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  7. MINOR - Windscreen Damaged But Not Adversely Affecting Driver's View (3.2 (a) (i))
PASSED18TH MAY 202030TH MAY 202194,855 MI
FAILED18TH MAY 202094,855 MI
 
  1. PRS - Offside Front Position Lamp Not Working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  2. DANGEROUS - Offside Rear Tyre Tread Depth Below Requirements Of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  3. MAJOR - Windscreen Washer Not Working (3.5 (a))
PASSED31ST MAY 201930TH MAY 202075,860 MI
 
  1. ADVISORY - Nearside Front Tyre Worn Close To Legal Limit/worn On Edge (5.2.3 (e))
  2. ADVISORY - Offside Front Tyre Worn Close To Legal Limit/worn On Edge (5.2.3 (e))
  3. ADVISORY - Offside Rear Tyre Worn Close To Legal Limit/worn On Edge (5.2.3 (e))
  4. ADVISORY - Front Brake Pad(s) Wearing Thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
FAILED31ST MAY 201975,860 MI
 
  1. ADVISORY - Nearside Front Tyre Worn Close To Legal Limit/worn On Edge (5.2.3 (e))
  2. ADVISORY - Offside Front Tyre Worn Close To Legal Limit/worn On Edge (5.2.3 (e))
  3. ADVISORY - Offside Rear Tyre Worn Close To Legal Limit/worn On Edge (5.2.3 (e))
  4. ADVISORY - Front Brake Pad(s) Wearing Thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  5. PRS - Nearside Front Position Lamp Not Working (4.2.1 (a))
  6. PRS - Nearside Headlamp Aim Too Low And Too Far To The Right. (4.1.2 (a))
PASSED23RD MAY 201822ND MAY 201957,473 MI
PASSED11TH MAY 201710TH MAY 201851,655 MI
 
  1. ADVISORY - Nearside Rear Tyre Worn Close To The Legal Limit 205/55r16 (4.1.e.1)
PASSED6TH JULY 20165TH JULY 201748,735 MI
 
  1. ADVISORY - Nearside Rear Tyre Worn Close To The Legal Limit Worn On Edges 205/55r16 (4.1.e.1)
FAILED6TH JULY 201648,735 MI
 
  1. FAIL - Windscreen Washer Provides Insufficient Washer Liquid (8.2.3)
  2. ADVISORY - Nearside Rear Tyre Worn Close To The Legal Limit Worn On Edges 205/55r16 (4.1.e.1)
PASSED3RD JUNE 201525TH JUNE 201643,791 MI
 
  1. ADVISORY - Nearside Rear Brake Pad(s) Wearing Thin (3.5.1g)
  2. ADVISORY - Nearside Rear Tyre Worn Close To The Legal Limit (4.1.e.1)
PASSED26TH JUNE 201425TH JUNE 201541,386 MI
FAILED26TH JUNE 201441,386 MI
 
  1. FAIL - Nearside Front Tyre Has A Tear, Caused By Separation Or Partial Failure Of Its Structure (4.1.d.1b)
  2. FAIL - Offside Front Tyre Has A Tear, Caused By Separation Or Partial Failure Of Its Structure (4.1.d.1b)
PASSED10TH AUGUST 201210TH AUGUST 201335,173 MI
 
  1. ADVISORY - Parking Brake: Parking Brake Efficiency Only Just Met. It Would Appear That The Braking System Requires Adjustment Or Repair. (3.7.b.7)
  2. USER ENTERED - Both Front Tyres Starting To Perish 205/55v16
PASSED11TH AUGUST 201110TH AUGUST 201232,997 MI
 
  1. ADVISORY - Parking Brake: Parking Brake Efficiency Only Just Met. It Would Appear That The Braking System Requires Adjustment Or Repair. (3.7.b.7)
  2. USER ENTERED - Both Rear Tyres Starting To Crack
PASSED11TH AUGUST 201010TH AUGUST 201127,403 MI
PASSED16TH OCTOBER 200915TH OCTOBER 201026,300 MI
ResultMOT DateExpiry DateMileage

HJ56VHL Passed/Failed

MOT Pass Rate: 71% | MOT Failure Rate: 29%

HJ56VHL MOT Comments

Tip: Read our guide on What These Advisory Notes Mean…

HJ56VHL Mileage

Last recorded mileage: 181,525 miles | Average yearly mileage: 9,076 miles

HJ56VHL FAQs

This Volkswagen Golf with registration HJ56VHL was manufactured on Thursday 7th September 2006 so it is currently 20 years old. Its colour is Blue and it has a 2 litre Diesel engine.

The odometer reading at the last MOT in 2026 was 181,525 miles, so this Volkswagen has travelled an average of 9,076 miles per year in the time it has been on the road.

We have a total of 24 MOTs on record for this Volkswagen Golf beginning with its first recorded MOT in 2009. We can see 7 of these tests have been MOT failures - this means HJ56VHL has a 71% MOT pass rate!

Over its lifetime, this Volkswagen Golf has had 17 Advisories, 5 PRS Notices, 6 Minor, 4 Major, 6 Dangerous and 3 Fail comments in its MOT History.

This Volkswagen Golf is currently Taxed and the Tax, or VED (Vehicle Excise Duty), is next due in 10 months on Saturday 1st May 2027 .

Does HJ56VHL have an active MOT?

Yes, as of Thursday 2nd July 2026 HJ56VHL does have an active MOT. Read more

Is HJ56VHL Taxed?

Yes, as of Thursday 2nd July 2026 HJ56VHL does have Tax. Read more

When does HJ56VHL Tax expire?

The current Tax for HJ56VHL will expire in 10 months on Saturday 1st May 2027. If you are purchasing this vehicle, remember that the vehicle Tax cannot be transferred and you will need to re-tax the vehicle. Read more

When does HJ56VHL MOT expire?

The current MOT for HJ56VHL will expire in 11 months on Saturday 5th June 2027. Read more

When did HJ56VHL have its most recent MOT?

The most recent MOT on record for HJ56VHL was on Monday 18th May 2026 at 07:54. It Passed this MOT. Read more

How many times has HJ56VHL Passed an MOT?

Out of a total of 24 MOTs on record for HJ56VHL we can see 17 of these tests have been MOT Passes. Remember, digitised MOT records began in 2005 so MOT results prior to 2005 cannot be traced online. Read more

How many times has HJ56VHL Failed an MOT?

Out of a total of 24 MOTs on record for HJ56VHL we can see 7 of these tests have been MOT Failures. This means this vehicle has a 71% MOT pass rate! Read more

What Make and Model vehicle is HJ56VHL?

HJ56VHL is registered as a 2006 Volkswagen Golf. Read more

How many miles has HJ56VHL done?

The odometer reading for HJ56VHL at the last MOT in May 2026 was 181,525 miles. If the vehicle is still in use, it's likely the mileage has increased since then and up-to-date statistics will be provided at the next MOT. This vehicle has travelled an average of 9,076 miles per year. Read more

How old is HJ56VHL?

The vehicle HJ56VHL was manufactured in 2006 so it is currently 20 years old. It was first registered on Thursday 7th September 2006. Read more

What colour is HJ56VHL?

The official colour of HJ56VHL is recorded as Blue. Read more

What engine does HJ56VHL have?

HJ56VHL has a 2 litre Diesel engine. Read more

Your MOT Checks

Your previous searches will appear here.
Only you can see these.

Recent MOT Checks

HJ56VHL MOT Check