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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 1,968 cc

T21 BOFMOT history

T21 BOF is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 28 Oct 2008. Its MOT expired on 28 Mar 2024 and it has passed 12 of 18 MOT tests, with 170,403 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Mar 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 28 Mar 2024
Mileage
170,403 mi
At MOT on 2 Mar 2023
MOT tests
18
12 passed · 6 failed
Per year
10,237 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T21 BOF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
28 Oct 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Mar 2024
Latest MOT test
2 Mar 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T21 BOF was last recorded at 170,403 miles on 2 Mar 2023, 4,268 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Mar 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
166,135 miles · 29 Mar 2022
Between the last two tests
4,268 miles
Average per year
10,237 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 170,403 miles
  • 2022 – 166,135 miles
  • 2021 – 162,179 miles
  • 2020 – 159,100 miles
  • 2019 – 142,297 miles
  • 2018 – 126,618 miles
  • 2017 – 120,686 miles
  • 2016 – 106,277 miles
  • 2015 – 88,424 miles
  • 2014 – 77,663 miles
  • 2013 – 66,025 miles
  • 2011 – 52,828 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass170,403 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryCar lowered on the front

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.

  • BRAKE WARNING LAMP ON

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play AND RUBBER DETERIATED

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

18 tests since 6 Sept 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass170,403 miles (+4,268)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    170,403 miles
    Test number
    733883185538
    • AdvisoryFront Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCar lowered on the front

  2. Pass166,135 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    166,135 miles
    Test number
    644524114360
    • AdvisoryBRAKE WARNING LAMP ON

  3. Fail166,135 miles (+3,956)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,135 miles
    Test number
    408332359078
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBRAKE WARNING LAMP ON

  4. Pass162,179 miles (+1)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    162,179 miles
    Test number
    149086151128
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play AND RUBBER DETERIATED (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail162,178 miles (+3,078)3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,178 miles
    Test number
    709903230344
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play AND RUBBER DETERIATED (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass159,100 miles (+16,803)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    159,100 miles
    Test number
    623510672613
    • AdvisorySuspension modified parts fitted

  7. Pass142,297 miles (+15,679)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    142,297 miles
    Test number
    957828960055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass126,618 miles (+5,932)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    126,618 miles
    Test number
    369344629323

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass120,686 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    120,686 miles
    Test number
    876389190982
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  10. Fail120,686 miles (+14,409)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,686 miles
    Test number
    270773237565
    • FailureFront Front position lamp(s) not working both front side lights not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass106,277 miles (+17,853)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    106,277 miles
    Test number
    899801752847
    • AdvisoryHas under trays and engine covers

  12. Pass88,424 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    88,424 miles
    Test number
    868309425027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail88,424 miles (+10,761)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,424 miles
    Test number
    998929725019
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

  14. Pass77,663 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    77,663 miles
    Test number
    548850434094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail77,663 miles (+11,638)2 dangerous1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,663 miles
    Test number
    816570434031
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • 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)
    • NoteFrront tyres wearing om inner edge! front wheel alignment requires attention

  16. Pass66,025 miles (+13,197)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    66,025 miles
    Test number
    217024303024
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteBoth rear tyre tread (inner edges) worn abnormally.(high and low spots)

  17. Pass52,828 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    52,828 miles
    Test number
    387089941409
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  18. Fail52,826 miles2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,826 miles
    Test number
    408269941210
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about T21 BOF

Does T21 BOF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T21 BOF expired on 28 Mar 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T21 BOF?
The MOT on T21 BOF expired on 28 Mar 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T21 BOF done?
T21 BOF was recorded at 170,403 miles at its MOT on 2 Mar 2023, an average of 10,237 miles a year.
Has T21 BOF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T21 BOF has failed 6 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on T21 BOF 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 T21 BOF find?
T21 BOF passed its latest MOT on 2 Mar 2023 with 5 advisories: front bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached; front coil spring corroded; oil leak, but not excessive, and 2 more.

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