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Volkswagen Golf

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,600 cc

T191 RMVMOT history

T191 RMV is a red petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 7 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 27 Jul 2023 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 85,245 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Jul 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 27 Jul 2023
Mileage
85,245 mi
At MOT on 4 Jul 2023
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,285 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T191 RMV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,600 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
7 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Jul 2023
Latest MOT test
4 Jul 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

T191 RMV was last recorded at 85,245 miles on 4 Jul 2023, 1,121 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jun 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
84,124 miles · 30 Jun 2022
Between the last two tests
1,121 miles
Average per year
2,285 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 85,245 miles
  • 2022 – 84,124 miles
  • 2021 – 83,615 miles
  • 2020 – 83,294 miles
  • 2019 – 81,206 miles
  • 2018 – 79,487 miles
  • 2017 – 77,699 miles
  • 2016 – 76,073 miles
  • 2015 – 74,641 miles
  • 2014 – 72,428 miles
  • 2013 – 70,395 miles
  • 2012 – 67,978 miles
  • 2011 – 66,379 miles
  • 2010 – 64,465 miles
  • 2009 – 62,306 miles
  • 2008 – 57,616 miles
  • 2007 – 51,878 miles
  • 2006 – 45,941 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail85,245 miles
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
  • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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.

  • Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2017

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

    Failure2 MOTs, 2007–2013

  • Nearside Inner Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

  • Nearside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

  • Offside Inner Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

Full MOT history

24 tests since 21 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail85,245 miles (+1,121)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,245 miles
    Test number
    293300402779
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass84,124 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    84,124 miles
    Test number
    673543659983
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  3. Fail84,124 miles (+509)1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,124 miles
    Test number
    126317807052
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  4. Pass83,615 miles (+321)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    83,615 miles
    Test number
    551576421578

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass83,294 miles (+2,088)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    83,294 miles
    Test number
    909309254805
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass81,206 miles (+1,719)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    81,206 miles
    Test number
    322327849774

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass79,487 miles (+1,788)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    79,487 miles
    Test number
    298919123062
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust bracket broken

  8. Pass77,699 miles (+1,626)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    77,699 miles
    Test number
    667294013950
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement axle bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted preventing inspection of some components

  9. Pass76,073 miles (+1,432)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    76,073 miles
    Test number
    563592841032
    • AdvisoryNsr brake binding slightjy
    • AdvisoryOsr axle bush deteriorated

  10. Pass74,641 miles (+2,213)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    74,641 miles
    Test number
    607424495007
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOsr axle bush slightly deteriorated

  11. Pass72,428 miles (+2,033)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    72,428 miles
    Test number
    229772894024
    • NoteOsr axle bush slightly deteriorated

  12. Pass70,395 miles (+49)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    70,395 miles
    Test number
    746979513108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail70,346 miles (+2,368)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,346 miles
    Test number
    265760703491
    • 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)

  14. Pass67,978 miles (+1,599)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    67,978 miles
    Test number
    875980612116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass66,379 miles (+1,914)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    66,379 miles
    Test number
    528183411173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail64,465 miles3 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,465 miles
    Test number
    172791510144
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre

  17. Pass64,465 miles (+2,159)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    64,465 miles
    Test number
    212351410146
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre

  18. Pass62,306 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    62,306 miles
    Test number
    483779419169
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

  19. Fail62,306 miles (+4,690)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,306 miles
    Test number
    204728119466
    • DangerousNearside Inner Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

  20. Pass57,616 miles (+5,738)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    57,616 miles
    Test number
    590313218143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass51,878 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    51,878 miles
    Test number
    141613517197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail51,878 miles (+5,937)1 failure2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,878 miles
    Test number
    543063817146
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  23. Pass45,941 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    45,941 miles
    Test number
    284481916117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail45,941 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,941 miles
    Test number
    791311816117
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Questions about T191 RMV

Does T191 RMV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T191 RMV expired on 27 Jul 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T191 RMV?
The MOT on T191 RMV expired on 27 Jul 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T191 RMV done?
T191 RMV was recorded at 85,245 miles at its MOT on 4 Jul 2023, an average of 2,285 miles a year.
Has T191 RMV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T191 RMV has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on T191 RMV 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 T191 RMV find?
T191 RMV failed its latest MOT on 4 Jul 2023 with 5 major defects and 1 advisory: exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits; exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits, and 3 more.

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