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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 1,598 cc

R623 ABKMOT history

R623 ABK is a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 31 Dec 1998. Its MOT expired on 8 Feb 2023 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 81,142 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Feb 2022.

R623 ABK blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Golf, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 8 Feb 2023
Mileage
81,142 mi
At MOT on 8 Feb 2022
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,910 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R623 ABK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
31 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Feb 2023
Latest MOT test
8 Feb 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

R623 ABK was last recorded at 81,142 miles on 8 Feb 2022, 7,612 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Feb 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
73,530 miles · 9 Feb 2021
Between the last two tests
7,612 miles
Average per year
2,910 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 81,142 miles
  • 2021 – 73,530 miles
  • 2020 – 62,537 miles
  • 2019 – 61,878 miles
  • 2018 – 60,491 miles
  • 2017 – 58,885 miles
  • 2016 – 57,305 miles
  • 2015 – 55,563 miles
  • 2014 – 53,591 miles
  • 2013 – 51,239 miles
  • 2012 – 48,795 miles
  • 2011 – 46,134 miles
  • 2010 – 44,136 miles
  • 2009 – 41,689 miles
  • 2008 – 39,342 miles
  • 2007 – 37,210 miles
  • 2006 – 35,082 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass81,142 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2018

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

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2017

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

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2013

Full MOT history

23 tests since 12 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass81,142 miles (+7,612)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    81,142 miles
    Test number
    180799271682
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

  2. Pass73,530 miles (+10,993)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    73,530 miles
    Test number
    901789505505
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass62,537 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    62,537 miles
    Test number
    388011542479

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail62,537 miles (+659)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,537 miles
    Test number
    721679355210
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (1.1.12 (d))

  5. Pass61,878 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2020
    Odometer
    61,878 miles
    Test number
    111487159429

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail61,878 miles (+1,387)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,878 miles
    Test number
    749698601020
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases back box (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass60,491 miles (+1,606)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    60,491 miles
    Test number
    712921795274
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  8. Pass58,885 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    58,885 miles
    Test number
    881279986633
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

  9. Fail58,885 miles (+1,580)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,885 miles
    Test number
    707162560165
    • FailureNearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

  10. Pass57,305 miles (+1,742)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    57,305 miles
    Test number
    202957107261
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryAdvise tracking due to uneven tyre wear

  11. Pass55,563 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    55,563 miles
    Test number
    776931395031
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  12. Fail55,563 miles (+1,972)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,563 miles
    Test number
    965131395035
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  13. Pass53,591 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    53,591 miles
    Test number
    887517094074
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  14. Fail53,591 miles (+2,352)4 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,591 miles
    Test number
    169131294035
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  15. Pass51,239 miles (+2,444)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    51,239 miles
    Test number
    375522093013
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

  16. Pass48,795 miles (+18)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    48,795 miles
    Test number
    329833192071
    • NoteEngine ; oil leak cam cover area , may be breather related
    • NoteNote ; dent o/s/f wing

  17. Fail48,777 miles (+2,643)2 failures5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,777 miles
    Test number
    679787682000
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteBrakes ; imbalance on rear brakes & parking brake
    • NoteBrakes ; noise from o/s/r brake during roller brake test
    • NoteEngine ; oil leak cam cover area , may be breather related
    • NoteExhaust ; minor leak at rear joint , suspect related to emissions test failure
    • NoteNote ; dent o/s/f wing

  18. Pass46,134 miles (+1,998)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    46,134 miles
    Test number
    407910981096
    • NoteEngine oil leak ?
    • NoteNoise / imbalance on rear brakes & parking brake
    • NotePlay both front suspension strut top mounts , suspect bushes worn
    • NoteSlight play in steering column ?
    • NoteWipers worn , recommend replace

  19. Pass44,136 miles (+2,447)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    44,136 miles
    Test number
    591658680020
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • NoteImbalance on parking brake
    • NoteNote ; dent o/s/f wing
    • NoteOffside front tyre tread low on inner edge

  20. Pass41,689 miles (+2,347)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    41,689 miles
    Test number
    111472589437
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  21. Pass39,342 miles (+2,132)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    39,342 miles
    Test number
    441091998094
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  22. Pass37,210 miles (+2,128)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    37,210 miles
    Test number
    602781407139
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

  23. Pass35,082 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    35,082 miles
    Test number
    780432006147
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Questions about R623 ABK

Does R623 ABK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on R623 ABK expired on 8 Feb 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on R623 ABK?
The MOT on R623 ABK expired on 8 Feb 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has R623 ABK done?
R623 ABK was recorded at 81,142 miles at its MOT on 8 Feb 2022, an average of 2,910 miles a year.
Has R623 ABK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R623 ABK has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Jan 2020.
Has the mileage on R623 ABK 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 R623 ABK find?
R623 ABK passed its latest MOT on 8 Feb 2022 with 2 advisories: nearside rear wheel bearing has slight play; offside rear shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect.

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