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Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 2,000 cc

T173 GJHMOT history

T173 GJH is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 4 Aug 1999. Its MOT expired on 12 Sept 2022 and it has passed 17 of 30 MOT tests, with 119,234 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Sept 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 12 Sept 2022
Mileage
119,234 mi
At MOT on 9 Sept 2022
MOT tests
30
17 passed · 13 failed
Per year
2,670 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T173 GJH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,000 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
4 Aug 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Sept 2022
Latest MOT test
9 Sept 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

T173 GJH was last recorded at 119,234 miles on 9 Sept 2022, 2,761 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Sept 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
116,473 miles · 13 Sept 2021
Between the last two tests
2,761 miles
Average per year
2,670 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 119,234 miles
  • 2021 – 116,473 miles
  • 2020 – 116,167 miles
  • 2019 – 115,491 miles
  • 2018 – 114,667 miles
  • 2017 – 113,605 miles
  • 2016 – 111,713 miles
  • 2015 – 110,007 miles
  • 2014 – 108,412 miles
  • 2012 – 106,603 miles
  • 2011 – 105,188 miles
  • 2009 – 97,966 miles
  • 2007 – 90,096 miles
  • 2006 – 82,330 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail119,234 miles
  • DangerousOffside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened Corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Rear Seat belt likely to become detached in the event of a collision (7.1.1 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel Handbrake (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
  • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage loose (7.1.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryLower suspension
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryReversing light faulty
  • AdvisoryStrap corroded

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.

  • Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2012–2018

  • Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault

    Failure3 MOTs, 2014–2018

  • Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2011

  • Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

30 tests since 5 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail119,234 miles (+2,761)3 dangerous7 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,234 miles
    Test number
    912339733523
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened Corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Seat belt likely to become detached in the event of a collision (7.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel Handbrake (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage loose (7.1.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryLower suspension
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryReversing light faulty
    • AdvisoryStrap corroded

  2. Pass116,473 miles (+123)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    116,473 miles
    Test number
    131604992601

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass116,350 miles (+183)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    116,350 miles
    Test number
    908307911822

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass116,167 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    116,167 miles
    Test number
    120577570983
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail116,163 miles (+672)2 dangerous4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,163 miles
    Test number
    240180531019
    • DangerousNearside Front Macpherson strut mounting likely to fail (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Macpherson strut attachment bracket/mounting insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits .954 (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits 7.24 (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits 3574ppm (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine missfire

  6. Pass115,491 miles (+824)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    115,491 miles
    Test number
    723086562133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass114,667 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    114,667 miles
    Test number
    154796702346

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail114,667 miles (+1,062)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,667 miles
    Test number
    594070782802
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 10.67 (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive 485ppm (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  9. Pass113,605 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    113,605 miles
    Test number
    841412010151
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

  10. Fail113,604 miles (+1,891)7 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,604 miles
    Test number
    480642447407
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

  11. Pass111,713 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    111,713 miles
    Test number
    149210832705
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

  12. Fail111,713 miles (+1,706)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,713 miles
    Test number
    884417411367
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass110,007 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    110,007 miles
    Test number
    606666705040
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteN/s/r brake binding slightly

  14. Fail110,007 miles (+1,595)4 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,007 miles
    Test number
    119776505076
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteN/s/r brake binding slightly
    • NoteO/s/f tyre flat

  15. Pass108,412 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    108,412 miles
    Test number
    607796204054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail108,412 miles (+1,809)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,412 miles
    Test number
    468096704084
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake linkage has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  17. Pass106,603 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    106,603 miles
    Test number
    817686652353
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  18. Fail106,603 miles (+1,415)7 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,603 miles
    Test number
    406262352488
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake lever has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass105,188 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    105,188 miles
    Test number
    815154151391
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  20. Fail105,188 miles (+3,370)1 dangerous3 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,188 miles
    Test number
    645683151386
    • DangerousRear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteRusty lip on inside of front brake discs

  21. Pass101,818 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    101,818 miles
    Test number
    229635401004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail101,818 miles (+3,852)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,818 miles
    Test number
    926154801037
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • NoteO/s/f brake back plate rusted and rubbing
    • NoteRear washer pipe off

  23. Pass97,966 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    97,966 miles
    Test number
    412926059484

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail97,966 miles (+4,761)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,966 miles
    Test number
    974915859339
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureRear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteBack plate fouling brake disc o/s/f

  25. Pass93,205 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    93,205 miles
    Test number
    181936409447
    • NoteCentre exhaust bracket is very rusty
    • NoteOffside rear brake disc is rusty
    • NoteSlight oil leak

  26. Fail93,205 miles (+3,109)4 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,205 miles
    Test number
    452055209037
    • FailureFront registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteCentre exhaust bracket is very rusty
    • NoteOffside rear brake disc is rusty
    • NoteSlight oil leak

  27. Pass90,096 miles (+7,766)1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    90,096 miles
    Test number
    330167947318
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth front brake disc inner faces are rusty
    • NoteBoth front wipers are u/s
    • NoteCentre exhaust mounting is rusty
    • NoteFront no.plate is in poor condition
    • NoteSlight coolant leak from radiator

  28. Pass82,330 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    82,330 miles
    Test number
    444197446344
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NotePower steering flexi hose pipes are damp with oil

  29. Fail82,330 miles (+7,618)2 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,330 miles
    Test number
    774267546365
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NotePower steering flexi hose pipes are damp with oil

  30. Pass74,712 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    74,712 miles
    Test number
    833275906007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T173 GJH

Does T173 GJH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T173 GJH expired on 12 Sept 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T173 GJH?
The MOT on T173 GJH expired on 12 Sept 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T173 GJH done?
T173 GJH was recorded at 119,234 miles at its MOT on 9 Sept 2022, an average of 2,670 miles a year.
Has T173 GJH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T173 GJH has failed 13 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Sept 2022.
Has the mileage on T173 GJH 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 T173 GJH find?
T173 GJH failed its latest MOT on 9 Sept 2022 with 3 dangerous defects, 7 major defects and 9 advisories: offside rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened corroded; offside rear seat belt likely to become detached in the event of a collision; offside service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel handbrake, and 16 more.

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