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Volkswagen Golf

Orange · Petrol · 1999 · 1,600 cc

T142 RCEMOT history

T142 RCE is an orange petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 2 Oct 2024 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 192,084 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Oct 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 2 Oct 2024
Mileage
192,084 mi
At MOT on 3 Oct 2023
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
7,879 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T142 RCE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Orange
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,600 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Oct 2024
Latest MOT test
3 Oct 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T142 RCE was last recorded at 192,084 miles on 3 Oct 2023, 9,254 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Oct 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
182,830 miles · 16 Oct 2020
Between the last two tests
9,254 miles
Average per year
7,879 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 192,084 miles
  • 2020 – 182,830 miles
  • 2019 – 174,067 miles
  • 2018 – 163,644 miles
  • 2017 – 155,702 miles
  • 2016 – 141,638 miles
  • 2015 – 128,820 miles
  • 2014 – 119,282 miles
  • 2013 – 111,994 miles
  • 2012 – 105,808 miles
  • 2011 – 97,916 miles
  • 2010 – 88,954 miles
  • 2009 – 81,019 miles
  • 2008 – 73,305 miles
  • 2007 – 64,657 miles
  • 2006 – 53,014 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass192,084 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2016

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Dangerous3 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front tyre worn on edges

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

24 tests since 7 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass192,084 miles (+9,254)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    192,084 miles
    Test number
    284169648918

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass182,830 miles (+3)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    182,830 miles
    Test number
    748773240688
    • MinorLower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Fail182,827 miles (+8,760)6 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,827 miles
    Test number
    315656273208
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too high both sides (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorSeat belt anchorage loose all top mounting bolts (7.1.1 (b))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorLower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  4. Pass174,067 miles (+10,423)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    174,067 miles
    Test number
    838188868587
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFloor/sills damaged front ends

  5. Pass163,644 miles (+7,942)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    163,644 miles
    Test number
    784720666691
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-lock braking system component slightly damaged wire (1.6 (e))

  6. Pass155,702 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    155,702 miles
    Test number
    608460101231
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' swept (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer sill damaged on lip

  7. Fail155,702 miles (+14,064)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,702 miles
    Test number
    517703118070
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high adjusted (1.8)
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' swept (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer sill damaged on lip

  8. Pass141,638 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    141,638 miles
    Test number
    601172298572
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn on edges
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  9. Fail141,638 miles (+12,818)8 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,638 miles
    Test number
    102519797061
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn on edges
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  10. Pass128,820 miles (+970)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    128,820 miles
    Test number
    227524885159
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNearside mirrow cracked

  11. Fail127,850 miles (+8,568)1 dangerous6 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,850 miles
    Test number
    158563755144
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailurePower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  12. Pass119,282 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    119,282 miles
    Test number
    496404864124
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • NoteScreen chipped

  13. Fail119,282 miles (+7,288)1 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,282 miles
    Test number
    826234364105
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • NoteScreen chipped

  14. Pass111,994 miles (+6,186)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    111,994 miles
    Test number
    196006053198
    • NoteClutch slipping ?
    • NoteNail in o/s/f tyre.
    • NoteStone chip front screen.

  15. Pass105,808 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    105,808 miles
    Test number
    778976482109
    • NoteLow tyre pressures all round
    • NoteN/s/f inner track rod has too much play

  16. Fail105,808 miles (+7,892)2 dangerous8 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,808 miles
    Test number
    918175282120
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteLow tyre pressures all round
    • NoteN/s/f inner track rod has too much play

  17. Pass97,916 miles (+10)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    97,916 miles
    Test number
    236866581494
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteGearbox oil leak
    • NoteOffside headlamp slightly insecure

  18. Fail97,906 miles (+8,952)2 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,906 miles
    Test number
    266415581127
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteGearbox oil leak
    • NoteOffside headlamp slightly insecure

  19. Pass88,954 miles (+36)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    88,954 miles
    Test number
    162050990015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail88,918 miles (+7,899)6 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,918 miles
    Test number
    532705880068
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake master cylinder fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1e)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass81,019 miles (+7,714)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    81,019 miles
    Test number
    122578849459

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass73,305 miles (+8,648)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    73,305 miles
    Test number
    170019148476

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass64,657 miles (+11,643)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    64,657 miles
    Test number
    872256947064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass53,014 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    53,014 miles
    Test number
    472238936068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T142 RCE

Does T142 RCE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T142 RCE expired on 2 Oct 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T142 RCE?
The MOT on T142 RCE expired on 2 Oct 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T142 RCE done?
T142 RCE was recorded at 192,084 miles at its MOT on 3 Oct 2023, an average of 7,879 miles a year.
Has T142 RCE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T142 RCE has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Oct 2020.
Has the mileage on T142 RCE 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 T142 RCE find?
T142 RCE passed its latest MOT on 3 Oct 2023 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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