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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,800 cc

T146 RVKMOT history

T146 RVK is a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 12 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 14 Mar 2023 and it has passed 16 of 26 MOT tests, with 165,369 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Mar 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 14 Mar 2023
Mileage
165,369 mi
At MOT on 15 Mar 2022
MOT tests
26
16 passed · 10 failed
Per year
5,571 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T146 RVK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,800 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
12 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Mar 2023
Latest MOT test
15 Mar 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T146 RVK was last recorded at 165,369 miles on 15 Mar 2022, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Mar 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
165,369 miles · 1 Mar 2022
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
5,571 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 165,369 miles
  • 2021 – 162,673 miles
  • 2020 – 160,198 miles
  • 2019 – 155,385 miles
  • 2018 – 144,585 miles
  • 2017 – 139,225 miles
  • 2016 – 137,561 miles
  • 2015 – 137,231 miles
  • 2014 – 126,928 miles
  • 2013 – 116,784 miles
  • 2012 – 108,414 miles
  • 2011 – 102,177 miles
  • 2010 – 96,980 miles
  • 2009 – 91,824 miles
  • 2008 – 87,719 miles
  • 2007 – 83,236 miles
  • 2006 – 77,315 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass165,369 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear at rear hose (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019

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 Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Lift/wear in both front top suspension mounts

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

26 tests since 25 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass165,369 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    165,369 miles
    Test number
    308833290387
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear at rear hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail165,369 miles (+2,696)6 major2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,369 miles
    Test number
    522258406574
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak Radiator
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear at rear hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass162,673 miles (+2,475)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    162,673 miles
    Test number
    957628104158
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Pass160,198 miles (+23)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    160,198 miles
    Test number
    859520334575
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail160,175 miles (+4,790)5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,175 miles
    Test number
    688951225374
    • 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))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side front rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Track rod end inner boot deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive needs attention (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both side rear slightly pitted or scored (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass155,385 miles (+50)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    155,385 miles
    Test number
    992676396517
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryLift/wear in both front top suspension mounts

  7. Fail155,335 miles (+10,750)1 dangerous3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,335 miles
    Test number
    268644649186
    • DangerousFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
    • 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))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryLift/wear in both front top suspension mounts

  8. Pass144,585 miles (+65)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    144,585 miles
    Test number
    878091561603
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  9. Fail144,520 miles (+5,295)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,520 miles
    Test number
    918336724566
    • FailureNearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  10. Pass139,225 miles (+1,664)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    139,225 miles
    Test number
    687589758544
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  11. Pass137,561 miles (+330)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    137,561 miles
    Test number
    891343191863
    • AdvisorySlight wear in steering rack innerjoints

  12. Fail137,231 miles (+10,303)7 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,231 miles
    Test number
    779825695136
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)
    • FailureOffside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  13. Pass126,928 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    126,928 miles
    Test number
    509313494152
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  14. Fail126,928 miles (+10,144)8 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,928 miles
    Test number
    909502394124
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  15. Pass116,784 miles (+8,370)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    116,784 miles
    Test number
    698151793193
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  16. Pass108,414 miles (+121)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    108,414 miles
    Test number
    948072962054
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  17. Fail108,293 miles (+6,116)7 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,293 miles
    Test number
    856805252012
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass102,177 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    102,177 miles
    Test number
    247363961094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail102,177 miles (+5,197)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,177 miles
    Test number
    695493661090
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  20. Pass96,980 miles (+5,156)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    96,980 miles
    Test number
    433763360083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass91,824 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    91,824 miles
    Test number
    512530379034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail91,824 miles (+4,105)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,824 miles
    Test number
    112908969032
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  23. Pass87,719 miles1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    87,719 miles
    Test number
    592152678083
    • AdvisoryRear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteN/s/f and n/s/r tyres getting close to wear indicators.
    • NoteSlight play in n/s steering rack.
    • NoteUneven front tyre wear.

  24. Fail87,719 miles (+4,483)1 failure1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,719 miles
    Test number
    762511478076
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteN/s/f and n/s/r tyres getting close to wear indicators.
    • NoteSlight play in n/s steering rack.
    • NoteUneven front tyre wear.

  25. Pass83,236 miles (+5,921)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2008
    Odometer
    83,236 miles
    Test number
    863357437143
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  26. Pass77,315 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2007
    Odometer
    77,315 miles
    Test number
    293675146421
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Questions about T146 RVK

Does T146 RVK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T146 RVK expired on 14 Mar 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T146 RVK?
The MOT on T146 RVK expired on 14 Mar 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T146 RVK done?
T146 RVK was recorded at 165,369 miles at its MOT on 15 Mar 2022, an average of 5,571 miles a year.
Has T146 RVK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T146 RVK has failed 10 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on T146 RVK 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 T146 RVK find?
T146 RVK passed its latest MOT on 15 Mar 2022 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; nearside rear brake hose slightly deteriorated, and 3 more.

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