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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,400 cc

T252 RORMOT history

T252 ROR is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 24 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 18 Dec 2022 and it has passed 17 of 29 MOT tests, with 133,640 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Dec 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 18 Dec 2022
Mileage
133,640 mi
At MOT on 1 Dec 2022
MOT tests
29
17 passed · 12 failed
Per year
5,055 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T252 ROR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,400 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
24 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Dec 2022
Latest MOT test
1 Dec 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

T252 ROR was last recorded at 133,640 miles on 1 Dec 2022, 9,694 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Dec 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
123,946 miles · 18 Dec 2021
Between the last two tests
9,694 miles
Average per year
5,055 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 133,640 miles
  • 2021 – 123,946 miles
  • 2020 – 114,464 miles
  • 2019 – 104,390 miles
  • 2018 – 94,483 miles
  • 2017 – 86,691 miles
  • 2016 – 82,423 miles
  • 2015 – 79,863 miles
  • 2014 – 79,784 miles
  • 2013 – 79,616 miles
  • 2012 – 79,350 miles
  • 2011 – 77,238 miles
  • 2010 – 74,176 miles
  • 2009 – 71,959 miles
  • 2008 – 67,838 miles
  • 2007 – 64,373 miles
  • 2006 – 56,573 miles
  • 2005 – 46,668 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail133,640 miles
  • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
  • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge wear (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge wear (5.2.3 (e))

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 carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure5 MOTs, 2008–2017

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

    Failure4 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Nearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Battery insecure

    Failure2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • N/S/F TYRE POOR CONDITION

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

29 tests since 17 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail133,640 miles (+9,694)1 dangerous5 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,640 miles
    Test number
    431622306960
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge wear (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge wear (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass123,946 miles (+9,482)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    123,946 miles
    Test number
    483095990742
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated pin hole (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Steering rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake stiff

  3. Pass114,464 miles (+10,074)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    114,464 miles
    Test number
    785241331000
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component Rack leaking into gators. (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySRS light came on then went off, not come on again for rest of test.

  4. Pass104,390 miles (+9,907)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    104,390 miles
    Test number
    940773686729
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear-most bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass94,483 miles (+7,792)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    94,483 miles
    Test number
    523699995182
    • AdvisoryExhaust is in poor condition
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass86,691 miles (+265)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    86,691 miles
    Test number
    988523598184
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  7. Fail86,426 miles (+4,003)6 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,426 miles
    Test number
    275828701350
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (7.1.3)
    • 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 hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  8. Pass82,423 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    82,423 miles
    Test number
    292585935545
    • AdvisoryN/S/F TYRE POOR CONDITION
    • AdvisoryREAR BRAKE BACKPLATES CORRODED

  9. Fail82,423 miles (+2,560)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,423 miles
    Test number
    713832009681
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureBrake hose ferrule excessively corroded PIPE SECTION IN HOSE (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
    • AdvisoryN/S/F TYRE CHAFFING INNER WHEEL ARCH
    • AdvisoryN/S/F TYRE POOR CONDITION
    • AdvisoryREAR BRAKE BACKPLATES CORRODED

  10. Pass79,863 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    79,863 miles
    Test number
    907759115202
    • NoteRearand front suspension components corroded

  11. Fail79,863 miles (+24)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,863 miles
    Test number
    989279715227
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • NoteRearand front suspension components corroded

  12. Fail79,839 miles (+13)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,839 miles
    Test number
    568602415263
    • 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)

  13. Fail79,826 miles (+42)4 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,826 miles
    Test number
    207478305295
    • FailureBrake pedal creeps down while the pedal is held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.3.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteCorrosion on various suspension items

  14. Pass79,784 miles (+168)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    79,784 miles
    Test number
    509134824220
    • NoteBrake pedal slightly spongy
    • NoteCorrosion in brake ferrulls
    • NoteCorrosion in brake pipes(limited vision due to plastic coating}
    • NoteEmmisions near the limit

  15. Pass79,616 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    79,616 miles
    Test number
    929785123277
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteCorrosion in brake pipes (under plastc coating-exact condition unknown)
    • NoteSome footbrake travel

  16. Fail79,616 miles (+266)5 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,616 miles
    Test number
    969605623202
    • 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)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteCorrosion in brake pipes (under plastc coating-exact condition unknown)
    • NoteSome footbrake travel

  17. Pass79,350 miles (+2,112)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    79,350 miles
    Test number
    865079222221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass77,238 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    77,238 miles
    Test number
    396246951241
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteO/s/f lower arm rear bush perished

  19. Fail77,237 miles (+3,061)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,237 miles
    Test number
    985696451234
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteO/s/f lower arm rear bush perished

  20. Pass74,176 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    74,176 miles
    Test number
    783088430238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail74,176 miles (+2,217)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,176 miles
    Test number
    980348230263
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  22. Pass71,959 miles (+4,121)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    71,959 miles
    Test number
    584928459280
    • NoteBoth front lower arm rear bushes perished
    • NoteBoth rear tyres very low

  23. Pass67,838 miles (+6)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    67,838 miles
    Test number
    770823868201
    • NoteFront & rear brake discs in poor condition
    • NoteFront lower wishbone bushes perished & starting to split
    • NoteWindscreen in poor condition

  24. Fail67,832 miles (+3,459)1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,832 miles
    Test number
    593790168224
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  25. Pass64,373 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    64,373 miles
    Test number
    521684457235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail64,373 miles (+7,800)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,373 miles
    Test number
    612694357210
    • Repaired at testExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  27. Pass56,573 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    56,573 miles
    Test number
    974818256262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail56,573 miles (+9,905)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,573 miles
    Test number
    472308356235
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  29. Pass46,668 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    46,668 miles
    Test number
    701860465267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T252 ROR

Does T252 ROR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T252 ROR expired on 18 Dec 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T252 ROR?
The MOT on T252 ROR expired on 18 Dec 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T252 ROR done?
T252 ROR was recorded at 133,640 miles at its MOT on 1 Dec 2022, an average of 5,055 miles a year.
Has T252 ROR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T252 ROR has failed 12 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Dec 2022.
Has the mileage on T252 ROR 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 T252 ROR find?
T252 ROR failed its latest MOT on 1 Dec 2022 with 1 dangerous defect, 5 major defects, 1 minor defect and 9 advisories: parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value; exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits, and 13 more.

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