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Volkswagen Golf

Grey · Petrol · 1989 · 1,263 cc

F123 SYEMOT history

F123 SYE is a grey petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 31 Dec 1989. Its MOT expired on 25 Nov 2023 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 322,752 km recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Nov 2022.

F123 SYE grey Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 25 Nov 2023
Mileage
322,752 km
At MOT on 16 Nov 2022
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
19,428 km
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
F123 SYE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,263 cc
Year of manufacture
1989
First used
31 Dec 1989
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Nov 2023
Latest MOT test
16 Nov 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

F123 SYE was last recorded at 322,752 km on 16 Nov 2022, 278 km more than at the previous MOT on 8 Nov 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 21 Nov 2011: 214,322 km, lower than 314,301 km on 16 Nov 2011.
  • 15 Nov 2017: 32,014 km, lower than 319,179 km on 15 Nov 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
322,474 km · 8 Nov 2021
Between the last two tests
278 km
Average per year
19,428 km

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 322,752 km
  • 2021 – 322,474 km
  • 2020 – 321,886 km
  • 2019 – 321,339 km
  • 2018 – 320,884 km
  • 2017 – 32,014 km
  • 2016 – 319,179 km
  • 2015 – 318,249 km
  • 2014 – 317,427 km
  • 2013 – 316,288 km
  • 2012 – 315,103 km
  • 2011 – 214,322 km
  • 2010 – 313,687 km
  • 2009 – 312,549 km
  • 2008 – 311,375 km
  • 2007 – 31,857 km

What the latest MOT found

Pass322,752 km

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory9 MOTs, 2007–2015

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • H/light masks fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2015

Full MOT history

23 tests since 26 Nov 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass322,752 km (+278)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    322,752 km
    Test number
    714608584197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass322,474 km (+588)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    322,474 km
    Test number
    361840323646

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass321,886 km (+547)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    321,886 km
    Test number
    733990932229
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  4. Pass321,339 km1 minor
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    321,339 km
    Test number
    301338518686
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  5. Fail321,339 km (+455)2 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    321,339 km
    Test number
    638837560370
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  6. Pass320,884 km (+288,870)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    320,884 km
    Test number
    178536645915
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  7. Pass32,014 km (-287,165)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    32,014 km
    Test number
    268511725016
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases downpipe flexy (7.1.2)
  8. Pass319,179 km (+930)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    319,179 km
    Test number
    592069093843

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass318,249 km (+9)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    318,249 km
    Test number
    971375066466
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryH/light masks fitted
  10. Fail318,240 km (+813)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    318,240 km
    Test number
    185746904981
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside rear brake application uneven low (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryH/light masks fitted
  11. Pass317,427 km1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    317,427 km
    Test number
    927685524303
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteHeadlamp masks/converters fitted
    • NoteOil leak
  12. Fail317,427 km1 failure2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    317,427 km
    Test number
    467675024344
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteHeadlamp masks/converters fitted
    • NoteOil leak
  13. Pass316,296 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    316,296 miles
    Test number
    519989813377
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteHeadlamp masks/converters fitted
  14. Fail316,288 km (+1,185)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    316,288 km
    Test number
    166627613334
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteHeadlamp masks/converters fitted
  15. Pass315,103 km (+100,781)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    315,103 km
    Test number
    489115522449
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteHeadlamp masks/converters fitted
  16. Pass214,322 km (-99,979)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    214,322 km
    Test number
    297105821317

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail314,301 km (+614)4 failures1 repaired5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    314,301 km
    Test number
    438990021303
    • FailureNearside Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryCentre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteHeadlamp masks/converters fitted
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
  18. Pass313,687 km
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    313,687 km
    Test number
    411627520370

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail313,685 km (+1,136)2 failures1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    313,685 km
    Test number
    413217520300
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high (1.8)
  20. Pass312,549 km (+1,174)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    312,549 km
    Test number
    661970039391

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass311,375 km3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    311,375 km
    Test number
    990466618380
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteHeadlamp masks/converters fitted
  22. Pass310,860 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    310,860 miles
    Test number
    561762737383
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteSlight play on steering column
  23. Fail31,857 km3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,857 km
    Test number
    774820937393
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteSlight play on steering column

Questions about F123 SYE

Does F123 SYE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on F123 SYE expired on 25 Nov 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on F123 SYE?
The MOT on F123 SYE expired on 25 Nov 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has F123 SYE done?
F123 SYE was recorded at 322,752 km at its MOT on 16 Nov 2022, an average of 19,428 km a year.
Has F123 SYE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. F123 SYE has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Nov 2019.
Has the mileage on F123 SYE ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 21 Nov 2011. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on F123 SYE find?
F123 SYE passed its latest MOT on 16 Nov 2022 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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