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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,800 cc

T156 EJHMOT history

T156 EJH is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 30 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 24 Nov 2020 and it has passed 14 of 25 MOT tests, with 202,802 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Aug 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 24 Nov 2020
Mileage
202,802 mi
At MOT on 11 Aug 2022
MOT tests
25
14 passed · 11 failed
Per year
7,566 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T156 EJH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,800 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
30 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Nov 2020
Latest MOT test
11 Aug 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

T156 EJH was last recorded at 202,802 miles on 11 Aug 2022, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Nov 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
202,802 miles · 24 Nov 2020
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
7,566 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 202,802 miles
  • 2020 – 202,802 miles
  • 2019 – 193,300 miles
  • 2018 – 186,565 miles
  • 2017 – 179,894 miles
  • 2016 – 172,121 miles
  • 2015 – 158,300 miles
  • 2014 – 144,811 miles
  • 2013 – 133,699 miles
  • 2012 – 120,924 miles
  • 2011 – 111,420 miles
  • 2010 – 103,490 miles
  • 2009 – 96,373 miles
  • 2008 – 91,020 miles
  • 2007 – 84,527 miles
  • 2006 – 77,318 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail202,802 miles
  • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
  • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryExhaust corrodedRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryNearside Front wing holedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel archRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper strut mount worn
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel archRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside driveshaft close to anti roll bar / vehicle lowered
  • AdvisoryPark brake cables corroded
  • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))

What MOT failures 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 Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Front Outer cv boot starting to perish

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Central exhaust mount broken

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2018

  • Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault

    Failure2 MOTs, 2016–2018

Full MOT history

25 tests since 9 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail202,802 miles5 major2 minor24 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    202,802 miles
    Test number
    356776719744
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wing holed
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper strut mount worn
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch
    • AdvisoryOffside driveshaft close to anti roll bar / vehicle lowered
    • AdvisoryPark brake cables corroded
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail202,802 miles (+9,502)5 major18 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    202,802 miles
    Test number
    500886711215
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate cracked
    • AdvisoryHandbrake cables corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer cv gaiter perished
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wing holed
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper strut mount slight play
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall slight damage (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch
    • AdvisoryO/s driveshaft close to anti roll bar / vehicle suspension lowered

  3. Pass193,300 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    193,300 miles
    Test number
    672892165020
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer cv boot starting to perish
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Fail193,298 miles (+6,733)2 dangerous1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,298 miles
    Test number
    543784306833
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer cv boot starting to perish
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Pass186,565 miles (+121)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    186,565 miles
    Test number
    892357237073
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust mount broken
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail186,444 miles (+6,550)6 failures9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,444 miles
    Test number
    823507070934
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened holed by axle mount (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust mount broken
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing slightly noisy

  7. Pass179,894 miles (+437)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2018
    Odometer
    179,894 miles
    Test number
    957812592198
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust mount broken

  8. Fail179,457 miles (+7,336)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,457 miles
    Test number
    621190334593
    • FailureNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust mount broken

  9. Pass172,121 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2017
    Odometer
    172,121 miles
    Test number
    391899755965

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail172,119 miles (+13,819)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,119 miles
    Test number
    892384504706
    • FailureDriver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  11. Pass158,300 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2016
    Odometer
    158,300 miles
    Test number
    548385905113
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  12. Fail158,300 miles (+13,489)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,300 miles
    Test number
    159805105169
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  13. Fail144,811 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,811 miles
    Test number
    115795714112
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass144,811 miles (+11,112)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2015
    Odometer
    144,811 miles
    Test number
    227635514429
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass133,699 miles (+12,775)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2014
    Odometer
    133,699 miles
    Test number
    588532323184
    • NoteNearside wiper deteriorated
    • NotePower steering component has slight dampness
    • NoteRadiator loose

  16. Pass120,924 miles (+395)1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    120,924 miles
    Test number
    915747002111
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  17. Fail120,529 miles (+9,109)9 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,529 miles
    Test number
    977434192024
    • FailureDriver's door hinge deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureTrailing arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  18. Pass111,420 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    111,420 miles
    Test number
    726170591057
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing low on inside edges

  19. Fail111,420 miles (+7,930)3 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,420 miles
    Test number
    858550891087
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing low on inside edges

  20. Pass103,490 miles (+14)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    103,490 miles
    Test number
    641942100180
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  21. Fail103,476 miles (+7,103)3 failures1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,476 miles
    Test number
    753939490003
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  22. Pass96,373 miles (+5,353)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    96,373 miles
    Test number
    394006799061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass91,020 miles (+6,493)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    91,020 miles
    Test number
    491031258058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass84,527 miles (+7,209)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    84,527 miles
    Test number
    254618257002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass77,318 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    77,318 miles
    Test number
    524549206014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T156 EJH

Does T156 EJH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T156 EJH expired on 24 Nov 2020, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T156 EJH?
The MOT on T156 EJH expired on 24 Nov 2020. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T156 EJH done?
T156 EJH was recorded at 202,802 miles at its MOT on 11 Aug 2022, an average of 7,566 miles a year.
Has T156 EJH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T156 EJH has failed 11 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on T156 EJH 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 T156 EJH find?
T156 EJH failed its latest MOT on 11 Aug 2022 with 5 major defects, 2 minor defects and 24 advisories: nearside rear outer suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill; nearside windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively; offside parking brake inoperative on one side, and 28 more.

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