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Volkswagen Jetta

Black · Diesel · 2006 · 1,968 cc

T121 VKYMOT history

T121 VKY is a black diesel Volkswagen Jetta first used on 1 Mar 2006. Its MOT expired on 23 May 2023 and it has passed 13 of 21 MOT tests, with 186,696 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 May 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 23 May 2023
Mileage
186,696 mi
At MOT on 24 May 2022
MOT tests
21
13 passed · 8 failed
Per year
12,257 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T121 VKY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Jetta
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
1 Mar 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 May 2023
Latest MOT test
24 May 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T121 VKY was last recorded at 186,696 miles on 24 May 2022, 406 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Mar 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
186,290 miles · 17 Mar 2021
Between the last two tests
406 miles
Average per year
12,257 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 186,696 miles
  • 2021 – 186,290 miles
  • 2020 – 175,092 miles
  • 2019 – 158,280 miles
  • 2018 – 145,268 miles
  • 2017 – 129,116 miles
  • 2016 – 112,995 miles
  • 2015 – 97,086 miles
  • 2014 – 81,870 miles
  • 2013 – 65,292 miles
  • 2012 – 51,312 miles
  • 2011 – 36,922 miles
  • 2010 – 29,995 miles
  • 2009 – 23,936 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass186,696 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2014

Full MOT history

21 tests since 11 Feb 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass186,696 miles (+406)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2023
    Odometer
    186,696 miles
    Test number
    678933435701
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail186,290 miles (+11,198)1 dangerous7 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,290 miles
    Test number
    350329257183
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Both Front (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorFuel system component leaking Tandem Pump On The Side Of The Cylinder Head Above Gearbox (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both Front (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated Both Rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Nearside Front And Both Rear (5.3.1 (b) (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))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside And Offside Front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass175,092 miles (+16,812)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    175,092 miles
    Test number
    582222486351
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass158,280 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    158,280 miles
    Test number
    794825098572

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail158,280 miles (+13,012)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,280 miles
    Test number
    578546382545
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect bulb in wrong (4.1.2 (c))

  6. Pass145,268 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    145,268 miles
    Test number
    244511073450

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail145,256 miles (+16,140)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,256 miles
    Test number
    587707277707
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureRear rear brake binding o/s and n/s (3.7.B.1)

  8. Pass129,116 miles (+16,121)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    129,116 miles
    Test number
    566680028362

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass112,995 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    112,995 miles
    Test number
    510966095111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail112,995 miles (+15,909)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,995 miles
    Test number
    664700146947
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc FITTED NEW CLIP (2.4.G.4e)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  11. Pass97,086 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    97,086 miles
    Test number
    407828555084
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteNearside rear tyre has uneven wear and slight high spot

  12. Fail97,084 miles (+15,214)2 dangerous3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,084 miles
    Test number
    257298755075
    • DangerousNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • DangerousOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteNearside rear tyre has uneven wear and slight high spot

  13. Pass81,870 miles (+16,578)5 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    81,870 miles
    Test number
    976646164041
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBattery cover fitted
    • NoteNearside rear caliper hand brake lever sticking

  14. Pass65,292 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    65,292 miles
    Test number
    799473253067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail65,292 miles (+13,980)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,292 miles
    Test number
    568182553010
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  16. Fail51,312 miles5 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,312 miles
    Test number
    158274672059
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass51,312 miles (+14,390)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    51,312 miles
    Test number
    506064972041
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Fail36,922 miles2 repaired4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,922 miles
    Test number
    396903541095
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • NoteFront brake discs worn/scored & corroded (inner)
    • NoteFront wipers worn
    • NoteLow oil level
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  19. Pass36,922 miles (+6,927)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    36,922 miles
    Test number
    457703441074
    • NoteFront brake discs worn/scored & corroded (inner)
    • NoteFront wipers worn
    • NoteLow oil level
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  20. Pass29,995 miles (+6,059)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    29,995 miles
    Test number
    620221250024
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass23,936 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    23,936 miles
    Test number
    861842849002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T121 VKY

Does T121 VKY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T121 VKY expired on 23 May 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T121 VKY?
The MOT on T121 VKY expired on 23 May 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T121 VKY done?
T121 VKY was recorded at 186,696 miles at its MOT on 24 May 2022, an average of 12,257 miles a year.
Has T121 VKY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T121 VKY has failed 8 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Mar 2021.
Has the mileage on T121 VKY 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 T121 VKY find?
T121 VKY passed its latest MOT on 24 May 2022 with 7 advisories: nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside rear coil spring corroded; offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 4 more.

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