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Volkswagen Golf

Yellow · Petrol · 1997 · 1,984 cc

R282 BLEMOT history

R282 BLE is a yellow petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 1 Aug 1997. Its MOT expired on 25 Apr 2023 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 87,398 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Apr 2022.

R282 BLE yellow Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 25 Apr 2023
Mileage
87,398 mi
At MOT on 26 Apr 2022
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,800 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R282 BLE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Yellow
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
1 Aug 1997
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Apr 2023
Latest MOT test
26 Apr 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

R282 BLE was last recorded at 87,398 miles on 26 Apr 2022, 7,563 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Mar 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
79,835 miles · 12 Mar 2021
Between the last two tests
7,563 miles
Average per year
2,800 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 87,398 miles
  • 2021 – 79,835 miles
  • 2020 – 73,202 miles
  • 2018 – 73,139 miles
  • 2016 – 72,879 miles
  • 2015 – 70,135 miles
  • 2014 – 64,871 miles
  • 2013 – 62,947 miles
  • 2012 – 59,046 miles
  • 2011 – 53,890 miles
  • 2010 – 52,837 miles
  • 2009 – 50,190 miles
  • 2008 – 48,078 miles
  • 2007 – 46,229 miles
  • 2006 – 44,009 miles
  • 2005 – 40,760 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass87,398 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021

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 system corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • All 4 brake disc corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2015

Full MOT history

21 tests since 30 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass87,398 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    87,398 miles
    Test number
    583004025519
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail87,398 miles (+7,563)3 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,398 miles
    Test number
    966105107256
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both sides (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass79,835 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    79,835 miles
    Test number
    115054044457
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Fail79,835 miles (+6,633)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,835 miles
    Test number
    264120304862
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass73,202 miles (+63)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    73,202 miles
    Test number
    814736337529
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass73,139 miles (+5)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    73,139 miles
    Test number
    511632725462
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryAll 4 brake disc corroded
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded

  7. Fail73,134 miles (+255)6 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,134 miles
    Test number
    145750503631
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings inner sill near jacking point (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings inner sill near jacking point (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryAll 4 brake disc corroded
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded

  8. Pass72,879 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    72,879 miles
    Test number
    106751459936
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shields are rattling
    • AdvisoryRusty sills
    • AdvisoryVery rusty exhaust system

  9. Fail72,879 miles (+2,744)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,879 miles
    Test number
    710567790332
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shields are rattling
    • AdvisoryRusty sills
    • AdvisoryVery rusty exhaust system

  10. Pass70,135 miles (+5,264)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    70,135 miles
    Test number
    809605036894
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRusty exhaust system
    • AdvisoryRusty under body
    • AdvisoryVery rusty sills

  11. Pass64,871 miles (+1,924)1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    64,871 miles
    Test number
    748353074278
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteN/s/f disc has light corrosion on face
    • NoteN/s/r disc has light corrosion on face
    • NoteO/s/f disc has light corrosion on face
    • NoteO/s/r disc has light corrosion on face

  12. Pass62,947 miles (+392)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    62,947 miles
    Test number
    486372983248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail62,555 miles (+3,509)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,555 miles
    Test number
    445094673206
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

  14. Pass59,046 miles (+5,156)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    59,046 miles
    Test number
    627445072281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass53,890 miles (+1,053)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    53,890 miles
    Test number
    618575461221
    • AdvisoryMacpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  16. Pass52,837 miles (+2,647)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    52,837 miles
    Test number
    690756150218
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  17. Pass50,190 miles (+2,112)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    50,190 miles
    Test number
    334221039401
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  18. Pass48,078 miles (+1,849)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    48,078 miles
    Test number
    933639538230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass46,229 miles (+2,220)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    46,229 miles
    Test number
    990207147227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass44,009 miles (+3,249)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    44,009 miles
    Test number
    334758436410

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass40,760 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    40,760 miles
    Test number
    250112645288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about R282 BLE

Does R282 BLE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on R282 BLE expired on 25 Apr 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on R282 BLE?
The MOT on R282 BLE expired on 25 Apr 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has R282 BLE done?
R282 BLE was recorded at 87,398 miles at its MOT on 26 Apr 2022, an average of 2,800 miles a year.
Has R282 BLE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R282 BLE has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Apr 2022.
Has the mileage on R282 BLE 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 R282 BLE find?
R282 BLE passed its latest MOT on 26 Apr 2022 with 3 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; oil leak, but not excessive; rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened.

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