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Volkswagen Golf

Green · Petrol · 1996 · 1,984 cc

P441 PVMMOT history

P441 PVM is a green petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 1 Nov 1996. Its MOT expired on 29 Jan 2024 and it has passed 7 of 14 MOT tests, with 111,756 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jan 2023.

P441 PVM green Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 29 Jan 2024
Mileage
111,756 mi
At MOT on 30 Jan 2023
MOT tests
14
7 passed · 7 failed
Per year
415 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P441 PVM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
1996
First used
1 Nov 1996
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Jan 2024
Latest MOT test
30 Jan 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

P441 PVM was last recorded at 111,756 miles on 30 Jan 2023, 9 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Jan 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 3 Jun 2013: 81,371 miles, lower than 109,413 miles on 5 Sept 2011.

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
111,747 miles · 25 Jan 2023
Between the last two tests
9 miles
Average per year
415 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 111,756 miles
  • 2022 – 109,820 miles
  • 2021 – 109,797 miles
  • 2013 – 109,499 miles
  • 2011 – 109,413 miles
  • 2010 – 107,275 miles
  • 2009 – 105,842 miles
  • 2006 – 104,879 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass111,756 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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.

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2009–2013

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2013

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

Full MOT history

14 tests since 10 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass111,756 miles (+9)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    111,756 miles
    Test number
    874385652473
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  2. Fail111,747 miles (+1,927)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,747 miles
    Test number
    717009268989
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  3. Pass109,820 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    109,820 miles
    Test number
    450786861470

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail109,811 miles (+14)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,811 miles
    Test number
    608460510396
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  5. Fail109,797 miles (+298)17 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,797 miles
    Test number
    716356591845
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device missing temporary fitted (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorFuel hose insecure filter (6.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded short (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorPower steering malfunctioning drive belt loose (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • 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 long (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryTyre sizes different front/rear
  6. Pass109,499 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    109,499 miles
    Test number
    898652883197
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  7. Fail109,499 miles (+28,128)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,499 miles
    Test number
    937468473157
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  8. Fail81,371 miles (-28,042)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,371 miles
    Test number
    199404753196
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  9. Pass109,413 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    109,413 miles
    Test number
    138758441285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail109,413 miles (+2,138)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,413 miles
    Test number
    786136241202
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)
  11. Pass107,275 miles (+1,433)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    107,275 miles
    Test number
    223807540281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass105,842 miles (+21)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    105,842 miles
    Test number
    172474589195
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteParking brake lever requires adjustment, little reserve travel left
    • NotePower steering drive belt slightly loose
  13. Fail105,821 miles (+942)1 failure5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,821 miles
    Test number
    840521789125
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteParking brake lever requires adjustment, little reserve travel left
  14. Pass104,879 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    104,879 miles
    Test number
    892631096110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about P441 PVM

Does P441 PVM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on P441 PVM expired on 29 Jan 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on P441 PVM?
The MOT on P441 PVM expired on 29 Jan 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has P441 PVM done?
P441 PVM was recorded at 111,756 miles at its MOT on 30 Jan 2023, an average of 415 miles a year.
Has P441 PVM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P441 PVM has failed 7 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on P441 PVM ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 3 Jun 2013. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on P441 PVM find?
P441 PVM passed its latest MOT on 30 Jan 2023 with 2 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside rear wheel bearing has slight play.

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