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Volkswagen Golf

Red · Petrol · 1997 · 1,391 cc

P54 PARMOT history

P54 PAR is a red petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 9 Jun 1997. Its MOT expired on 25 Feb 2023 and it has passed 10 of 17 MOT tests, with 51,615 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Feb 2022.

P54 PAR red Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Golf, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 25 Feb 2023
Mileage
51,615 mi
At MOT on 26 Feb 2022
MOT tests
17
10 passed · 7 failed
Per year
354 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P54 PAR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,391 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
9 Jun 1997
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Feb 2023
Latest MOT test
26 Feb 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

P54 PAR was last recorded at 51,615 miles on 26 Feb 2022, 201 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Sept 2020.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 3 Aug 2020: 51,405 miles, lower than 51,938 miles on 13 Nov 2015.

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
51,414 miles · 23 Sept 2020
Between the last two tests
201 miles
Average per year
354 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 51,615 miles
  • 2020 – 51,414 miles
  • 2015 – 51,938 miles
  • 2013 – 50,699 miles
  • 2012 – 49,887 miles
  • 2011 – 49,221 miles
  • 2010 – 48,791 miles
  • 2009 – 48,106 miles
  • 2008 – 47,500 miles
  • 2007 – 46,753 miles
  • 2006 – 45,948 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass51,615 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front brake caliper slider bolt modified
  • AdvisoryBad oil leak
  • AdvisoryInterior mirror missing

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.

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012

  • Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2009

  • Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2007

Full MOT history

17 tests since 24 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass51,615 miles (+201)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    51,615 miles
    Test number
    590807542451
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake caliper slider bolt modified
    • AdvisoryBad oil leak
    • AdvisoryInterior mirror missing

  2. Pass51,414 miles (+9)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    51,414 miles
    Test number
    894649437176
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear mirror missing
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Hydraulic brake calliper slightly damaged but function not impaired slider bolt modified (1.1.16 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside headlamp slightly high
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEmissions slow to pass

  3. Fail51,405 miles (-533)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,405 miles
    Test number
    115158960440
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral rear view mirror missing
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Hydraulic brake calliper slightly damaged but function not impaired slide bolt has been modified (1.1.16 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail51,938 miles (+1,239)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,938 miles
    Test number
    543733916777
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  5. Pass50,699 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    50,699 miles
    Test number
    509829033010
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteClutch slipping sometimes
    • NoteEngine idle erratic

  6. Fail50,699 miles (+812)3 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,699 miles
    Test number
    739569133066
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteClutch slipping sometimes
    • NoteEngine idle erratic

  7. Pass49,887 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    49,887 miles
    Test number
    689354542020
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOffside front tyre is obvously under-inflated

  8. Fail49,887 miles (+27)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,887 miles
    Test number
    755034542043
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOffside front tyre is obvously under-inflated

  9. Fail49,860 miles (+639)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,860 miles
    Test number
    829327732018
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • NoteFront number plate cracked
    • NoteInterior mirror missing

  10. Pass49,221 miles (+430)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    49,221 miles
    Test number
    716607551066
    • NoteFront number plate cracked
    • NoteInterior mirror missimg

  11. Pass48,791 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    48,791 miles
    Test number
    641827750024
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteRear wiper rubber split/perrished
    • NoteRunning lumpy at idle only just passed emmisions test

  12. Fail48,791 miles (+685)2 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,791 miles
    Test number
    702797250090
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteRear wiper rubber split/perrished
    • NoteRunning lumpy at idle only just passed emmisions test

  13. Pass48,106 miles (+606)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    48,106 miles
    Test number
    391808759022
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteFront no plate split
    • NoteNsf wiper blade split

  14. Pass47,500 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    47,500 miles
    Test number
    892542558086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail47,493 miles (+740)1 failure1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,493 miles
    Test number
    650206448047
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres perished

  16. Pass46,753 miles (+805)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    46,753 miles
    Test number
    593134357053
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteCracks in front number plate
    • NoteEngine idle not very smooth

  17. Pass45,948 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    45,948 miles
    Test number
    801975956068
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Questions about P54 PAR

Does P54 PAR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on P54 PAR expired on 25 Feb 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on P54 PAR?
The MOT on P54 PAR expired on 25 Feb 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has P54 PAR done?
P54 PAR was recorded at 51,615 miles at its MOT on 26 Feb 2022, an average of 354 miles a year.
Has P54 PAR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P54 PAR has failed 7 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Aug 2020.
Has the mileage on P54 PAR ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 3 Aug 2020. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on P54 PAR find?
P54 PAR passed its latest MOT on 26 Feb 2022 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front brake caliper slider bolt modified; bad oil leak, and 1 more.

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