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Volkswagen Golf

Red · Diesel · 1995 · 1,896 cc

M246 RKKMOT history

M246 RKK is a red diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 11 Mar 1995. Its MOT expired on 6 Feb 2023 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 137,227 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jan 2023.

M246 RKK red Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 6 Feb 2023
Mileage
137,227 mi
At MOT on 30 Jan 2023
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
751 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
M246 RKK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1995
First used
11 Mar 1995
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Feb 2023
Latest MOT test
30 Jan 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

M246 RKK was last recorded at 137,227 miles on 30 Jan 2023, 55 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Feb 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
137,172 miles · 7 Feb 2022
Between the last two tests
55 miles
Average per year
751 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 137,227 miles
  • 2022 – 137,172 miles
  • 2021 – 137,085 miles
  • 2020 – 136,920 miles
  • 2019 – 136,825 miles
  • 2018 – 136,698 miles
  • 2017 – 136,558 miles
  • 2016 – 136,396 miles
  • 2015 – 136,113 miles
  • 2014 – 135,749 miles
  • 2013 – 135,588 miles
  • 2012 – 135,186 miles
  • 2011 – 134,469 miles
  • 2010 – 134,034 miles
  • 2009 – 133,624 miles
  • 2008 – 131,931 miles
  • 2007 – 129,948 miles
  • 2006 – 124,445 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail137,227 miles
  • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting floor panel (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill panel (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Sill panel (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front and front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear of front wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted rims bent (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2011–2018

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Central Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

Full MOT history

27 tests since 26 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail137,227 miles (+55)3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,227 miles
    Test number
    926876187149
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting floor panel (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill panel (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Sill panel (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front and front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear of front wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted rims bent (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

  2. Pass137,172 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    137,172 miles
    Test number
    928684320613
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVarious points of corrosion around underside of vehicle.

  3. Fail137,172 miles (+87)4 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,172 miles
    Test number
    939646359071
    • MajorNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Passenger foot well. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Drivers foot well. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoolant below minimum
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVarious points of corrosion around underside of vehicle.

  4. Pass137,085 miles (+165)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    137,085 miles
    Test number
    621739003142
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shock absorber casing corroded
    • AdvisoryVarious spots of under body corrosion

  5. Pass136,920 miles (+2)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    136,920 miles
    Test number
    732933962510
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVarious rusty spots under car

  6. Fail136,918 miles (+93)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,918 miles
    Test number
    230991817732
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVarious rusty spots under car

  7. Pass136,825 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    136,825 miles
    Test number
    755383705199
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear outer sill slighty corroded but not excessive
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail136,825 miles (+127)1 dangerous7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,825 miles
    Test number
    645779711584
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear outer sill slighty corroded but not excessive
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass136,698 miles (+140)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    136,698 miles
    Test number
    240357434965
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded +2 front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre cracking on inner sidewall
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  10. Pass136,558 miles (+162)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    136,558 miles
    Test number
    704673075669
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre cracked and perished on inner sidewall
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  11. Pass136,396 miles (+283)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    136,396 miles
    Test number
    686378256962
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  12. Pass136,113 miles (+364)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    136,113 miles
    Test number
    308798225040
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Pass135,749 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    135,749 miles
    Test number
    379783024049
    • NoteNearside front seal slightly corroded and damaged
    • NoteOffside front seal slightly corroded and damaged

  14. Fail135,749 miles (+161)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,749 miles
    Test number
    579052824024
    • FailureOffside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • NoteNearside front seal slightly corroded and damaged
    • NoteOffside front seal slightly corroded and damaged

  15. Pass135,588 miles6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    135,588 miles
    Test number
    408883923014
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Fail135,588 miles (+402)1 failure6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,588 miles
    Test number
    256911823049
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Pass135,186 miles4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    135,186 miles
    Test number
    125293432438
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteNearside steering rack gaiter twisted

  18. Fail135,186 miles (+717)1 failure4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,186 miles
    Test number
    797392532070
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteNearside steering rack gaiter twisted

  19. Pass134,469 miles (+435)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    134,469 miles
    Test number
    499736121057
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteNearside rear wheel bearing is slightly rough when rotated

  20. Pass134,034 miles (+410)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    134,034 miles
    Test number
    760747520035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass133,624 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    133,624 miles
    Test number
    113620639030
    • NoteNearside rear tyre cut into side wall but not showing cords.

  22. Fail133,624 miles (+1,693)1 dangerous1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,624 miles
    Test number
    870008829006
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre cut into side wall but not showing cords.

  23. Pass131,931 miles (+75)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    131,931 miles
    Test number
    580751038043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail131,856 miles (+1,908)1 failure4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,856 miles
    Test number
    801773728074
    • FailureVehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteAdvise on condition of number plates

  25. Pass129,948 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    129,948 miles
    Test number
    623508207076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail129,948 miles (+5,503)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,948 miles
    Test number
    942608307076
    • Repaired at testExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

  27. Pass124,445 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    124,445 miles
    Test number
    342966426073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about M246 RKK

Does M246 RKK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on M246 RKK expired on 6 Feb 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on M246 RKK?
The MOT on M246 RKK expired on 6 Feb 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has M246 RKK done?
M246 RKK was recorded at 137,227 miles at its MOT on 30 Jan 2023, an average of 751 miles a year.
Has M246 RKK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. M246 RKK has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on M246 RKK 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 M246 RKK find?
M246 RKK failed its latest MOT on 30 Jan 2023 with 3 major defects, 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: nearside rear integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting floor panel; nearside rear integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill panel; offside rear integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill panel, and 5 more.

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