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Volkswagen Vento

Blue · Diesel · 1996 · 1,896 cc

P429 CJFMOT history

P429 CJF is a blue diesel Volkswagen Vento first used on 25 Oct 1996. Its MOT expired on 22 Jul 2023 and it has passed 14 of 27 MOT tests, with 171,928 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jul 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 22 Jul 2023
Mileage
171,928 mi
At MOT on 23 Jul 2022
MOT tests
27
14 passed · 13 failed
Per year
6,457 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P429 CJF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Vento
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1996
First used
25 Oct 1996
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Jul 2023
Latest MOT test
23 Jul 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

P429 CJF was last recorded at 171,928 miles on 23 Jul 2022, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jul 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
171,928 miles · 22 Jul 2022
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
6,457 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 171,928 miles
  • 2021 – 170,516 miles
  • 2019 – 160,480 miles
  • 2018 – 151,254 miles
  • 2015 – 135,287 miles
  • 2014 – 127,523 miles
  • 2013 – 120,534 miles
  • 2012 – 113,399 miles
  • 2011 – 106,209 miles
  • 2010 – 99,850 miles
  • 2009 – 89,147 miles
  • 2008 – 84,204 miles
  • 2007 – 77,246 miles
  • 2006 – 65,419 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass171,928 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019

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 Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2013

  • Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2012

  • Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2012

  • Nearside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2010

  • Both rear wheel arches corroaded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass171,928 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    171,928 miles
    Test number
    288029861013
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Fail171,928 miles (+1,412)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,928 miles
    Test number
    906843739881
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass170,516 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    170,516 miles
    Test number
    654669501369
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced FLOOR (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security SILL (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced FLOOR (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security SILL (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  4. Fail170,516 miles (+10,036)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,516 miles
    Test number
    359578833441
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure is deformed and structural rigidity is significantly reduced FLOOR (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced FLOOR (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security SILL (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security SILL (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  5. Pass160,480 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    160,480 miles
    Test number
    307763248624
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail160,480 miles (+9,226)1 dangerous1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,480 miles
    Test number
    928544643931
    • DangerousService brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass151,254 miles (+37)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    151,254 miles
    Test number
    937082267066
    • AdvisoryBoth rear wheel arches corroaded
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  8. Fail151,217 miles (+15,930)2 dangerous10 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,217 miles
    Test number
    946306233192
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sills not welded correctly leaving holes (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Floor excessively deteriorated (6.2.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sills not welded correctly leaving holes (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear wheel arches corroaded
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass135,287 miles (+7,764)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    135,287 miles
    Test number
    648265909335

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass127,523 miles4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    127,523 miles
    Test number
    616719154228
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteDrivers seat has metal exposed
    • NoteExhaust heatshield insecure (centre)

  11. Fail127,523 miles (+6,989)9 failures5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,523 miles
    Test number
    747666954284
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure has an inadequate repair, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteDrivers seat has metal exposed
    • NoteExhaust heatshield insecure (centre)

  12. Pass120,534 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    120,534 miles
    Test number
    639676443219
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteVehicle rusty underneath

  13. Fail120,534 miles (+7,135)5 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,534 miles
    Test number
    377173143277
    • FailureExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteVehicle rusty underneath

  14. Pass113,399 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    113,399 miles
    Test number
    355479942446
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  15. Fail113,399 miles (+7,190)4 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,399 miles
    Test number
    546887542274
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  16. Pass106,209 miles (+190)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    106,209 miles
    Test number
    266964931213
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  17. Fail106,019 miles (+6,169)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,019 miles
    Test number
    268773821242
    • FailureCentre Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  18. Pass99,850 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    99,850 miles
    Test number
    341691130262
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  19. Fail99,850 miles (+10,703)4 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,850 miles
    Test number
    441039820276
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Trailing arm synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  20. Pass89,147 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    89,147 miles
    Test number
    491016539037
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  21. Fail89,147 miles (+4,943)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,147 miles
    Test number
    683446039032
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  22. Pass84,204 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    84,204 miles
    Test number
    540356038051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail84,204 miles (+6,958)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,204 miles
    Test number
    524195428035
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

  24. Pass77,246 miles (+117)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    77,246 miles
    Test number
    450311047007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail77,129 miles (+11,710)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,129 miles
    Test number
    131498037048
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  26. Pass65,419 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    65,419 miles
    Test number
    132634426032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail65,419 miles1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,419 miles
    Test number
    762923426056
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about P429 CJF

Does P429 CJF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on P429 CJF expired on 22 Jul 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on P429 CJF?
The MOT on P429 CJF expired on 22 Jul 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has P429 CJF done?
P429 CJF was recorded at 171,928 miles at its MOT on 23 Jul 2022, an average of 6,457 miles a year.
Has P429 CJF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P429 CJF has failed 13 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Jul 2022.
Has the mileage on P429 CJF 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 P429 CJF find?
P429 CJF passed its latest MOT on 23 Jul 2022 with 1 advisory: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases.

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