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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Petrol · 1997 · 1,598 cc

P554 WCWMOT history

P554 WCW is a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 6 Jan 1997. Its MOT expired on 25 Feb 2022 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 124,328 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Feb 2022.

P554 WCW blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 25 Feb 2022
Mileage
124,328 mi
At MOT on 16 Feb 2022
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,129 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P554 WCW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
6 Jan 1997
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Feb 2022
Latest MOT test
16 Feb 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

P554 WCW was last recorded at 124,328 miles on 16 Feb 2022, 946 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Feb 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
123,382 miles · 26 Feb 2021
Between the last two tests
946 miles
Average per year
2,129 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 124,328 miles
  • 2021 – 123,382 miles
  • 2020 – 122,159 miles
  • 2019 – 120,498 miles
  • 2017 – 118,545 miles
  • 2016 – 116,814 miles
  • 2015 – 115,931 miles
  • 2014 – 114,927 miles
  • 2013 – 113,929 miles
  • 2012 – 112,738 miles
  • 2011 – 111,489 miles
  • 2010 – 109,014 miles
  • 2009 – 106,594 miles
  • 2008 – 104,222 miles
  • 2007 – 101,452 miles
  • 2006 – 95,762 miles
  • 2005 – 89,313 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail124,328 miles
  • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
  • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorRear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened Axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorRear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light Lens damaged (4.5.4 (a))
  • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryBoth front floor panels corroded but not within any prescribed areasRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both axle mounting bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryVarious areas of corrosion to underside of vehicle and suspension components

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.

  • Offside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2009

  • Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

23 tests since 5 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail124,328 miles (+946)2 dangerous5 major2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,328 miles
    Test number
    829323538023
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened Axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light Lens damaged (4.5.4 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front floor panels corroded but not within any prescribed areas
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both axle mounting bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVarious areas of corrosion to underside of vehicle and suspension components

  2. Pass123,382 miles (+1,223)3 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    123,382 miles
    Test number
    792898696749
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front floor panels corroded but not within any prescribed areas
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm 175/70-13 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both axle mounting bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVarious areas of surface corrosion to underside of vehicle and suspension components

  3. Pass122,159 miles (+27)3 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    122,159 miles
    Test number
    203563019371
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front floor panels corroded but not within any prescribed areas.
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 175/70-13 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both axle mounting bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail122,132 miles (+1,634)7 major3 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,132 miles
    Test number
    693231263788
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (1.1.12 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front floor panels corroded but not within any prescribed areas.
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 175/70-13 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both axle mounting bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass120,498 miles (+1,953)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    120,498 miles
    Test number
    491627032284
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 175/70-13 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside front and offside front floors corroded but not within any prescribed areas.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass118,545 miles (+1,731)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    118,545 miles
    Test number
    767999317600
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill (5.2.6)

  7. Pass116,814 miles (+883)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    116,814 miles
    Test number
    212462110823
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  8. Pass115,931 miles (+1,004)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    115,931 miles
    Test number
    111439041965
    • 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)

  9. Pass114,927 miles (+998)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    114,927 miles
    Test number
    818015554203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass113,929 miles (+1,191)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    113,929 miles
    Test number
    708000763201
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  11. Pass112,738 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    112,738 miles
    Test number
    276804962237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail112,738 miles (+1,249)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,738 miles
    Test number
    517064462296
    • Repaired at testNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

  13. Fail111,489 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,489 miles
    Test number
    285504761259
    • Repaired at testNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

  14. Pass111,489 miles (+2,475)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    111,489 miles
    Test number
    915464161269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass109,014 miles (+2,420)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    109,014 miles
    Test number
    910388050237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass106,594 miles (+2,372)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    106,594 miles
    Test number
    491058659238
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Pass104,222 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    104,222 miles
    Test number
    571462068276
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Fail104,222 miles (+2,770)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,222 miles
    Test number
    330551268234
    • FailureNearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Fail101,452 miles1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,452 miles
    Test number
    273050767214
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front suspension has a suspension lower ball joint securing nut not locked (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteO/s/f brake hose bracket missing

  20. Pass101,452 miles (+5,690)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    101,452 miles
    Test number
    301450867433
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteO/s/f brake hose bracket missing

  21. Pass95,762 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    95,762 miles
    Test number
    524771266253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail95,762 miles (+6,449)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,762 miles
    Test number
    711851966219
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  23. Pass89,313 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    89,313 miles
    Test number
    913298945299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about P554 WCW

Does P554 WCW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on P554 WCW expired on 25 Feb 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on P554 WCW?
The MOT on P554 WCW expired on 25 Feb 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has P554 WCW done?
P554 WCW was recorded at 124,328 miles at its MOT on 16 Feb 2022, an average of 2,129 miles a year.
Has P554 WCW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P554 WCW has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on P554 WCW 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 P554 WCW find?
P554 WCW failed its latest MOT on 16 Feb 2022 with 2 dangerous defects, 5 major defects, 2 minor defects and 9 advisories: nearside rear tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; offside rear tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; nearside rear service brake excessively binding, and 15 more.

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