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Volkswagen 1600

Orange and White · Petrol · 1961 · 1,600 cc

CSL 381MOT history

CSL 381 is an orange and white petrol Volkswagen 1600 first used on 13 Aug 1999. Its MOT expired on 19 Apr 2024 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 18,640 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Apr 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 19 Apr 2024
Mileage
18,640 mi
At MOT on 13 Apr 2023
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
475 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
CSL 381
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Volkswagen
Model
1600
Colour
Orange and White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,600 cc
Year of manufacture
1961
First used
13 Aug 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Apr 2024
Latest MOT test
13 Apr 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

CSL 381 was last recorded at 18,640 miles on 13 Apr 2023, 42 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Apr 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 14 Mar 2006: 10,367 miles, lower than 10,507 miles on 2 Mar 2006.
  • 30 Mar 2017: 16,283 miles, lower than 19,254 miles on 4 Apr 2016.

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
18,598 miles · 20 Apr 2022
Between the last two tests
42 miles
Average per year
475 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 18,640 miles
  • 2022 – 18,598 miles
  • 2019 – 17,772 miles
  • 2018 – 17,011 miles
  • 2017 – 16,283 miles
  • 2016 – 19,254 miles
  • 2015 – 14,380 miles
  • 2014 – 13,358 miles
  • 2013 – 13,080 miles
  • 2012 – 12,940 miles
  • 2011 – 12,924 miles
  • 2010 – 12,913 miles
  • 2008 – 12,451 miles
  • 2007 – 11,827 miles
  • 2006 – 10,509 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass18,640 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (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.

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2006–2007

Full MOT history

23 tests since 2 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass18,640 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    18,640 miles
    Test number
    628653973324
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

  2. Fail18,640 miles (+42)1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,640 miles
    Test number
    480424172680
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

  3. Pass18,598 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    18,598 miles
    Test number
    439229647482

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail18,595 miles (+823)2 dangerous4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,595 miles
    Test number
    277647483400
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  5. Pass17,772 miles (+761)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    17,772 miles
    Test number
    397634583527

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass17,011 miles (+728)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    17,011 miles
    Test number
    386725332748

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass16,283 miles (-2,971)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    16,283 miles
    Test number
    498242287372

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass19,254 miles (+4,874)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    19,254 miles
    Test number
    438643396107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass14,380 miles (+1,022)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    14,380 miles
    Test number
    829082585085
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre
    • NoteThe f/n/s tyre is worn on the outside edge

  10. Pass13,358 miles (+278)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    13,358 miles
    Test number
    416440684094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass13,080 miles (+140)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    13,080 miles
    Test number
    575795393032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass12,940 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    12,940 miles
    Test number
    685606872082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail12,940 miles (+16)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    12,940 miles
    Test number
    807282162039
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  14. Pass12,924 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2012
    Odometer
    12,924 miles
    Test number
    467686721140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail12,921 miles (+8)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    12,921 miles
    Test number
    219158711465
    • FailureBrake pedal has insufficient reserve movement (3.3.A.5)
    • FailureOffside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  16. Pass12,913 miles (+462)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    12,913 miles
    Test number
    642900110193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass12,451 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    12,451 miles
    Test number
    972057308133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail12,451 miles (+624)1 dangerous2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    12,451 miles
    Test number
    672917908106
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)
    • NoteAdvise near side rear inner gatior split

  19. Pass11,827 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    11,827 miles
    Test number
    441682597040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail11,825 miles (+1,316)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    11,825 miles
    Test number
    512702297070
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureSteering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)

  21. Pass10,509 miles (+142)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    10,509 miles
    Test number
    881641886086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail10,367 miles (-140)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    10,367 miles
    Test number
    450683776079
    • FailureFront Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

  23. Fail10,507 miles8 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    10,507 miles
    Test number
    624321366076
    • FailureFront Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has damage which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure has damage which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.D.3a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Service brake indicates brake judder (3.7.D.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureStop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • NoteOil leak

Questions about CSL 381

What vehicle is registration CSL 381 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show CSL 381 on an orange and white petrol Volkswagen 1600 first used on 13 Aug 1999. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does CSL 381 currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on CSL 381 expired on 19 Apr 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on CSL 381?
The MOT on CSL 381 expired on 19 Apr 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has CSL 381 done?
CSL 381 was recorded at 18,640 miles at its MOT on 13 Apr 2023, an average of 475 miles a year.
Has CSL 381 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. CSL 381 has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Apr 2023.
Has the mileage on CSL 381 ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 14 Mar 2006. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on CSL 381 find?
CSL 381 passed its latest MOT on 13 Apr 2023 with 1 minor defect: battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier.

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