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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,800 cc

T273 UCFMOT history

T273 UCF is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 6 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 31 Mar 2023 and it has passed 17 of 28 MOT tests, with 244,284 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Mar 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 31 Mar 2023
Mileage
244,284 mi
At MOT on 17 Mar 2022
MOT tests
28
17 passed · 11 failed
Per year
11,706 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T273 UCF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,800 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
6 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 31 Mar 2023
Latest MOT test
17 Mar 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T273 UCF was last recorded at 244,284 miles on 17 Mar 2022, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Mar 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
244,284 miles · 14 Mar 2022
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
11,706 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 244,284 miles
  • 2021 – 235,064 miles
  • 2020 – 228,665 miles
  • 2019 – 213,065 miles
  • 2018 – 201,138 miles
  • 2017 – 191,867 miles
  • 2016 – 181,561 miles
  • 2015 – 175,932 miles
  • 2014 – 162,929 miles
  • 2013 – 147,555 miles
  • 2012 – 131,243 miles
  • 2011 – 115,095 miles
  • 2010 – 99,955 miles
  • 2009 – 84,494 miles
  • 2008 – 69,787 miles
  • 2007 – 64,418 miles
  • 2006 – 57,440 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass244,284 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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 Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major3 MOTs, 2020–2022

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2018

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

28 tests since 31 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass244,284 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    244,284 miles
    Test number
    290353778057
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail244,284 miles (+9,220)4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    244,284 miles
    Test number
    821677834598
    • MajorEmissions not tested car cut out before i could do the test and would not start after (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass235,064 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    235,064 miles
    Test number
    246807035838
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  4. Fail235,064 miles (+6,399)2 dangerous7 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    235,064 miles
    Test number
    485184646213
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  5. Pass228,665 miles (+217)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    228,665 miles
    Test number
    790643828272
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail228,448 miles (+15,383)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    228,448 miles
    Test number
    445070785257
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass213,065 miles (+39)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    213,065 miles
    Test number
    405154691883
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component pump (2.1.5 (a))

  8. Fail213,026 miles (+11,888)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    213,026 miles
    Test number
    638881650292
    • MajorEmissions not tested oil light came on (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component pump (2.1.5 (a))

  9. Pass201,138 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    201,138 miles
    Test number
    217532579452
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  10. Fail201,138 miles (+9,271)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    201,138 miles
    Test number
    988770051720
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  11. Pass191,867 miles (+451)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    191,867 miles
    Test number
    965676153583
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre worn on inner edge

  12. Fail191,416 miles (+9,855)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,416 miles
    Test number
    365048100238
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre worn on inner edge

  13. Pass181,561 miles (+198)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    181,561 miles
    Test number
    619278802177
    • AdvisoryEngine leaking oil

  14. Fail181,363 miles (+5,431)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,363 miles
    Test number
    985675068398
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryEngine leaking oil

  15. Pass175,932 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    175,932 miles
    Test number
    709800995012
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Fail175,931 miles (+13,002)5 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,931 miles
    Test number
    955260795006
    • FailureNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Pass162,929 miles (+74)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    162,929 miles
    Test number
    925804484097
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  18. Fail162,855 miles (+15,300)1 failure3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,855 miles
    Test number
    185460684044
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  19. Pass147,555 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    147,555 miles
    Test number
    189420883447

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail147,546 miles (+16,303)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,546 miles
    Test number
    966219373079
    • FailureRear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  21. Pass131,243 miles (+16,148)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    131,243 miles
    Test number
    987314372064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass115,095 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    115,095 miles
    Test number
    276776871005
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  23. Fail115,091 miles (+15,136)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,091 miles
    Test number
    729585471095
    • FailureFront Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass99,955 miles (+15,461)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    99,955 miles
    Test number
    132810490057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass84,494 miles (+14,707)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    84,494 miles
    Test number
    233738279019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass69,787 miles (+5,369)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    69,787 miles
    Test number
    464068288073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass64,418 miles (+6,978)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    64,418 miles
    Test number
    124556687048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass57,440 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    57,440 miles
    Test number
    620450996052
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T273 UCF

Does T273 UCF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T273 UCF expired on 31 Mar 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T273 UCF?
The MOT on T273 UCF expired on 31 Mar 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T273 UCF done?
T273 UCF was recorded at 244,284 miles at its MOT on 17 Mar 2022, an average of 11,706 miles a year.
Has T273 UCF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T273 UCF has failed 11 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on T273 UCF 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 T273 UCF find?
T273 UCF passed its latest MOT on 17 Mar 2022 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: nearside front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; front brake pad(s) wearing thin, and 5 more.

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