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Volkswagen Golf

Yellow · Petrol · 1999 · 1,600 cc

T153 LKEMOT history

T153 LKE is a yellow petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 15 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 24 Mar 2023 and it has passed 13 of 22 MOT tests, with 114,840 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Mar 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 24 Mar 2023
Mileage
114,840 mi
At MOT on 25 Mar 2022
MOT tests
22
13 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,324 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T153 LKE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Yellow
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,600 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
15 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Mar 2023
Latest MOT test
25 Mar 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T153 LKE was last recorded at 114,840 miles on 25 Mar 2022, 1,111 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Mar 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
113,729 miles · 18 Mar 2021
Between the last two tests
1,111 miles
Average per year
3,324 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 114,840 miles
  • 2021 – 113,729 miles
  • 2019 – 111,239 miles
  • 2016 – 111,219 miles
  • 2015 – 109,162 miles
  • 2014 – 107,904 miles
  • 2013 – 105,579 miles
  • 2010 – 103,195 miles
  • 2009 – 95,783 miles
  • 2008 – 86,126 miles
  • 2007 – 75,713 miles
  • 2005 – 60,798 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass114,840 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2013

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2015

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass114,840 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    114,840 miles
    Test number
    731361628193
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail114,840 miles (+1,111)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,840 miles
    Test number
    250155661195
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass113,729 miles (+8)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    113,729 miles
    Test number
    838139711649
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail113,721 miles (+2,482)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,721 miles
    Test number
    679765095822
    • DangerousFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases middle to rear (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass111,239 miles (+20)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    111,239 miles
    Test number
    227280478763
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass111,219 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    111,219 miles
    Test number
    632358779741
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box (7.1.2)

  7. Fail111,219 miles (+2,057)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,219 miles
    Test number
    736398717524
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box (7.1.2)

  8. Pass109,162 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    109,162 miles
    Test number
    961910800011
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  9. Fail109,162 miles (+1,258)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,162 miles
    Test number
    972385453996
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  10. Pass107,904 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    107,904 miles
    Test number
    218754004337

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail107,904 miles (+2,325)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,904 miles
    Test number
    689231604351
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  12. Pass105,579 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    105,579 miles
    Test number
    169759583290
    • AdvisoryOffside 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)

  13. Fail105,579 miles (+2,384)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,579 miles
    Test number
    519589583285
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside 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)

  14. Pass103,195 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    103,195 miles
    Test number
    802149240316
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  15. Fail103,195 miles (+7,412)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,195 miles
    Test number
    693759940330
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass95,783 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    95,783 miles
    Test number
    692326959328
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  17. Fail95,783 miles (+4,307)2 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,783 miles
    Test number
    711646659368
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  18. Pass91,476 miles (+21)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    91,476 miles
    Test number
    194164389027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail91,455 miles (+5,329)1 dangerous2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,455 miles
    Test number
    772130239039
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass86,126 miles (+10,413)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    86,126 miles
    Test number
    450734128077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass75,713 miles (+14,915)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    75,713 miles
    Test number
    552074307089
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass60,798 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    60,798 miles
    Test number
    730255655318

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T153 LKE

Does T153 LKE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T153 LKE expired on 24 Mar 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T153 LKE?
The MOT on T153 LKE expired on 24 Mar 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T153 LKE done?
T153 LKE was recorded at 114,840 miles at its MOT on 25 Mar 2022, an average of 3,324 miles a year.
Has T153 LKE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T153 LKE has failed 9 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on T153 LKE 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 T153 LKE find?
T153 LKE passed its latest MOT on 25 Mar 2022 with 2 advisories: offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush; offside front track rod end ball joint has slight play.

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