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Volkswagen Golf

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,800 cc

T173 OAYMOT history

T173 OAY is a green petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 12 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 21 Jan 2023 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 81,928 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Jan 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 21 Jan 2023
Mileage
81,928 mi
At MOT on 22 Jan 2022
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,333 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T173 OAY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,800 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
12 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Jan 2023
Latest MOT test
22 Jan 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T173 OAY was last recorded at 81,928 miles on 22 Jan 2022, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Jan 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
81,928 miles · 10 Jan 2022
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,333 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 81,928 miles
  • 2019 – 74,923 miles
  • 2018 – 70,273 miles
  • 2017 – 65,303 miles
  • 2016 – 62,163 miles
  • 2015 – 59,770 miles
  • 2014 – 56,397 miles
  • 2013 – 53,768 miles
  • 2012 – 50,112 miles
  • 2011 – 46,534 miles
  • 2010 – 43,668 miles
  • 2009 – 40,691 miles
  • 2008 – 36,434 miles
  • 2007 – 33,147 miles
  • 2006 – 28,822 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass81,928 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides wearing on centre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

20 tests since 16 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass81,928 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    81,928 miles
    Test number
    460622069955

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail81,928 miles (+7,005)7 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,928 miles
    Test number
    857870967696
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake is causing the vehicle to swerve to the offside (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass74,923 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    74,923 miles
    Test number
    671117720819

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail74,923 miles (+4,650)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,923 miles
    Test number
    289346246280
    • Repaired at testExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  5. Pass70,273 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    70,273 miles
    Test number
    258766609319
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides wearing on centre (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail70,273 miles (+4,970)3 dangerous3 major1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,273 miles
    Test number
    605755965679
    • DangerousFront Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel both sides (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • DangerousService brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides wearing on centre (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass65,303 miles (+3,140)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    65,303 miles
    Test number
    332231533890

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass62,163 miles (+2,393)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    62,163 miles
    Test number
    172869089673
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (2.4.G.2)

  9. Pass59,770 miles (+3,373)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    59,770 miles
    Test number
    158325885463
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)
    • NoteO/s/r tyre has slight cracks but not to cords

  10. Pass56,397 miles (+2,629)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    56,397 miles
    Test number
    838054294052
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

  11. Pass53,768 miles (+3,656)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    53,768 miles
    Test number
    848875483016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass50,112 miles (+3,578)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    50,112 miles
    Test number
    167444792088
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteAir bag warning is on
    • NoteSlight play @ n/s/f t/rod<inner>

  13. Pass46,534 miles (+2,866)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    46,534 miles
    Test number
    518116391056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass43,668 miles (+2,977)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    43,668 miles
    Test number
    560488390056
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  15. Fail40,691 miles2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,691 miles
    Test number
    144067479035
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Pass40,691 miles (+4,257)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    40,691 miles
    Test number
    594997479014
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Pass36,434 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    36,434 miles
    Test number
    144591978082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail36,434 miles (+3,287)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,434 miles
    Test number
    422741978084
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  19. Pass33,147 miles (+4,325)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    33,147 miles
    Test number
    330517767041
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • NoteAirbag light remains on

  20. Pass28,822 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    28,822 miles
    Test number
    370807746073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T173 OAY

Does T173 OAY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T173 OAY expired on 21 Jan 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T173 OAY?
The MOT on T173 OAY expired on 21 Jan 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T173 OAY done?
T173 OAY was recorded at 81,928 miles at its MOT on 22 Jan 2022, an average of 3,333 miles a year.
Has T173 OAY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T173 OAY has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on T173 OAY 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 OAY find?
T173 OAY passed its latest MOT on 22 Jan 2022 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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