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Volkswagen Golf

Green and Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,595 cc

T179 EUAMOT history

T179 EUA is a green and black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 8 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 18 Oct 2022 and it has passed 10 of 16 MOT tests, with 146,701 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Oct 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 18 Oct 2022
Mileage
146,701 mi
At MOT on 19 Oct 2021
MOT tests
16
10 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,957 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T179 EUA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Green and Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
8 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Oct 2022
Latest MOT test
19 Oct 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

T179 EUA was last recorded at 146,701 miles on 19 Oct 2021, 236 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Aug 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
146,465 miles · 18 Aug 2020
Between the last two tests
236 miles
Average per year
2,957 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 146,701 miles
  • 2020 – 146,465 miles
  • 2018 – 144,342 miles
  • 2014 – 144,309 miles
  • 2011 – 138,452 miles
  • 2010 – 131,829 miles
  • 2009 – 125,686 miles
  • 2008 – 118,362 miles
  • 2007 – 109,739 miles
  • 2006 – 101,358 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass146,701 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryVehicle underbody covered heavily with underseal

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.

  • Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2011

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2009

Full MOT history

16 tests since 19 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass146,701 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    146,701 miles
    Test number
    376294836888
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryVehicle underbody covered heavily with underseal

  2. Fail146,701 miles (+236)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,701 miles
    Test number
    374020907051
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryVehicle underbody covered heavily with underseal

  3. Pass146,465 miles (+2,123)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    146,465 miles
    Test number
    222270062108
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to Rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement N/S+O/S. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Axle (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle underbody undersealed.

  4. Pass144,342 miles (+13)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    144,342 miles
    Test number
    968231996087
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail144,329 miles (+20)7 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,329 miles
    Test number
    645961920871
    • MajorFuel pipe leaking by filter (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded ferulls (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded ferulls (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass144,309 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    144,309 miles
    Test number
    679321734235
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  7. Fail144,306 miles (+5,854)1 dangerous3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,306 miles
    Test number
    676747224250
    • DangerousRear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  8. Pass138,452 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    138,452 miles
    Test number
    436115551148
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

  9. Fail138,452 miles (+6,623)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,452 miles
    Test number
    788155051127
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

  10. Pass131,829 miles (+6,143)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    131,829 miles
    Test number
    731531860147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass125,686 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    125,686 miles
    Test number
    961936869139
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

  12. Fail125,686 miles (+7,324)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,686 miles
    Test number
    114046869173
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

  13. Pass118,362 miles (+8,623)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    118,362 miles
    Test number
    261816868152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass109,739 miles (+8,381)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    109,739 miles
    Test number
    191095867150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass101,358 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    101,358 miles
    Test number
    214170676163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail101,358 miles3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,358 miles
    Test number
    231360676400
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about T179 EUA

Does T179 EUA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T179 EUA expired on 18 Oct 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T179 EUA?
The MOT on T179 EUA expired on 18 Oct 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T179 EUA done?
T179 EUA was recorded at 146,701 miles at its MOT on 19 Oct 2021, an average of 2,957 miles a year.
Has T179 EUA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T179 EUA has failed 6 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Oct 2021.
Has the mileage on T179 EUA 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 T179 EUA find?
T179 EUA passed its latest MOT on 19 Oct 2021 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: offside windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear; vehicle underbody covered heavily with underseal.

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