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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 1990 · 1,781 cc

H990 PABMOT history

H990 PAB is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 10 Aug 1990. Its MOT expired on 15 Sept 2023 and it has passed 11 of 19 MOT tests, with 82,359 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Aug 2022.

H990 PAB black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 15 Sept 2023
Mileage
82,359 mi
At MOT on 19 Aug 2022
MOT tests
19
11 passed · 8 failed
Per year
1,125 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
H990 PAB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
1990
First used
10 Aug 1990
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Sept 2023
Latest MOT test
19 Aug 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

H990 PAB was last recorded at 82,359 miles on 19 Aug 2022, 369 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Sept 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
81,990 miles · 16 Sept 2021
Between the last two tests
369 miles
Average per year
1,125 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 82,359 miles
  • 2021 – 81,990 miles
  • 2020 – 81,241 miles
  • 2019 – 80,559 miles
  • 2018 – 80,494 miles
  • 2017 – 77,540 miles
  • 2016 – 75,850 miles
  • 2010 – 75,683 miles
  • 2009 – 71,917 miles
  • 2008 – 65,698 miles
  • 2007 – 64,787 miles
  • 2006 – 63,860 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass82,359 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major2 MOTs, 2018

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2007

Full MOT history

19 tests since 9 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass82,359 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    82,359 miles
    Test number
    296681498205
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Fail82,359 miles (+369)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,359 miles
    Test number
    848878878110
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Pass81,990 miles (+749)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    81,990 miles
    Test number
    402007924444
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  4. Pass81,241 miles (+682)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    81,241 miles
    Test number
    932426337296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass80,559 miles (+65)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    80,559 miles
    Test number
    102488955462
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryStretched tyres fitted to vehicle, but exposing mounting bead
  6. Fail80,494 miles (+76)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,494 miles
    Test number
    200136794974
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll four tyres stretched, but not excessively
  7. Fail80,418 miles (+2,878)1 dangerous7 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,418 miles
    Test number
    700992614826
    • DangerousOffside Front Shock absorbers likely to become detached bottom bolts loose (5.3.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases mid joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll four road tyres stretched but, no excessively
  8. Pass77,540 miles (+1,690)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    77,540 miles
    Test number
    194209304974
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
  9. Pass75,850 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    75,850 miles
    Test number
    800729634216
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
  10. Fail75,849 miles (+166)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,849 miles
    Test number
    646064331955
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
  11. Pass75,683 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    75,683 miles
    Test number
    430486520239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail75,683 miles (+3,766)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,683 miles
    Test number
    271255320243
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
  13. Pass71,917 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2010
    Odometer
    71,917 miles
    Test number
    100452749125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail71,917 miles (+6,219)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,917 miles
    Test number
    180340149112
    • FailureNearside Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
  15. Pass65,698 miles (+911)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    65,698 miles
    Test number
    331210178046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail64,787 miles4 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,787 miles
    Test number
    274228267035
    • Repaired at testHazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  17. Pass64,787 miles (+927)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    64,787 miles
    Test number
    363638367010
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  18. Fail63,860 miles1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,860 miles
    Test number
    362978066065
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  19. Pass63,860 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    63,860 miles
    Test number
    573308266048
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about H990 PAB

Does H990 PAB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on H990 PAB expired on 15 Sept 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on H990 PAB?
The MOT on H990 PAB expired on 15 Sept 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has H990 PAB done?
H990 PAB was recorded at 82,359 miles at its MOT on 19 Aug 2022, an average of 1,125 miles a year.
Has H990 PAB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. H990 PAB has failed 8 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on H990 PAB 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 H990 PAB find?
H990 PAB passed its latest MOT on 19 Aug 2022 with 1 advisory: offside front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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