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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Diesel · 2006 · 1,896 cc

T16 ARDMOT history

T16 ARD is a silver diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 19 Jul 2006. Its MOT expired on 4 Nov 2022 and it has passed 9 of 12 MOT tests, with 101,963 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Nov 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 4 Nov 2022
Mileage
101,963 mi
At MOT on 5 Nov 2021
MOT tests
12
9 passed · 3 failed
Per year
6,875 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T16 ARD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
19 Jul 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Nov 2022
Latest MOT test
5 Nov 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

T16 ARD was last recorded at 101,963 miles on 5 Nov 2021, 33,595 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Jun 2018.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
68,368 miles · 19 Jun 2018
Between the last two tests
33,595 miles
Average per year
6,875 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 101,963 miles
  • 2018 – 68,368 miles
  • 2017 – 49,454 miles
  • 2015 – 37,102 miles
  • 2014 – 32,323 miles
  • 2013 – 30,621 miles
  • 2012 – 28,384 miles
  • 2011 – 21,461 miles
  • 2010 – 18,386 miles
  • 2009 – 17,359 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass101,963 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

12 tests since 16 Jul 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass101,963 miles (+33,595)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    101,963 miles
    Test number
    916852287376
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Fail68,368 miles (+18,914)1 dangerous4 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,368 miles
    Test number
    620747994457
    • DangerousRear Anti-roll bar fractured At O/S (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Direction indicator not working In mirror (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Main engine under tray damaged & insecure at rear
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot deteriorated but still preventing the ingress of dirt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened Front most arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Unable to check any rear seats & belts due to seats being folded down & objects in rear
  3. Pass49,454 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    49,454 miles
    Test number
    430008396906
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)
  4. Fail49,453 miles (+12,351)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,453 miles
    Test number
    181709335410
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  5. Pass37,102 miles (+4,779)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    37,102 miles
    Test number
    242996706142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass32,323 miles (+1,702)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    32,323 miles
    Test number
    489024584198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass30,621 miles (+2,237)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    30,621 miles
    Test number
    876499393176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass28,384 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    28,384 miles
    Test number
    199302292106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail28,382 miles (+6,921)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,382 miles
    Test number
    919702992150
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)
  10. Pass21,461 miles (+3,075)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    21,461 miles
    Test number
    445931701228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass18,386 miles (+1,027)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    18,386 miles
    Test number
    280854390425

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass17,359 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    17,359 miles
    Test number
    254117799144
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about T16 ARD

Does T16 ARD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T16 ARD expired on 4 Nov 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T16 ARD?
The MOT on T16 ARD expired on 4 Nov 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T16 ARD done?
T16 ARD was recorded at 101,963 miles at its MOT on 5 Nov 2021, an average of 6,875 miles a year.
Has T16 ARD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T16 ARD has failed 3 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Jun 2018.
Has the mileage on T16 ARD 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 T16 ARD find?
T16 ARD passed its latest MOT on 5 Nov 2021 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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