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Volkswagen Golf

Red · Diesel · 1999 · 1,896 cc

T288 FFRMOT history

T288 FFR is a red diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 7 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 15 Jul 2023 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 148,738 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Jun 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 15 Jul 2023
Mileage
148,738 mi
At MOT on 24 Jun 2022
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,090 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T288 FFR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
7 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Jul 2023
Latest MOT test
24 Jun 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T288 FFR was last recorded at 148,738 miles on 24 Jun 2022, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jun 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
148,738 miles · 23 Jun 2022
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
6,090 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 148,738 miles
  • 2021 – 132,569 miles
  • 2020 – 122,007 miles
  • 2019 – 119,686 miles
  • 2018 – 116,532 miles
  • 2017 – 112,053 miles
  • 2016 – 107,993 miles
  • 2015 – 103,939 miles
  • 2014 – 98,807 miles
  • 2012 – 86,597 miles
  • 2011 – 81,257 miles
  • 2010 – 74,605 miles
  • 2009 – 69,093 miles
  • 2008 – 63,439 miles
  • 2007 – 56,341 miles
  • 2006 – 49,968 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass148,738 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases cat (6.1.2 (a))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.

  • Central exhaust bracket loose

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

23 tests since 5 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass148,738 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    148,738 miles
    Test number
    312935088902
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases cat (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Fail148,738 miles (+16,169)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,738 miles
    Test number
    702263446310
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases cat (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  3. Pass132,569 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    132,569 miles
    Test number
    312714943457
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Fail132,560 miles (+10,553)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,560 miles
    Test number
    615935302091
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Pass122,007 miles (+2,321)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    122,007 miles
    Test number
    268030298167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass119,686 miles (+3,154)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    119,686 miles
    Test number
    935256766193
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass116,532 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    116,532 miles
    Test number
    735814128506
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust bracket loose

  8. Fail116,531 miles (+4,478)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,531 miles
    Test number
    315349835830
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded axle (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust bracket loose

  9. Pass112,053 miles (+4,060)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    112,053 miles
    Test number
    256413328765
    • AdvisoryFront both inner disc brakes corroded

  10. Pass107,993 miles (+4,054)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    107,993 miles
    Test number
    141405229239
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)

  11. Pass103,939 miles (+5,132)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    103,939 miles
    Test number
    418418995061
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  12. Pass98,807 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    98,807 miles
    Test number
    649163874099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    639583503149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass86,597 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    86,597 miles
    Test number
    216346792026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail86,597 miles (+5,340)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,597 miles
    Test number
    537686592078
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

  16. Pass81,257 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    81,257 miles
    Test number
    955120391050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail81,250 miles (+6,645)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,250 miles
    Test number
    616540891044
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

  18. Pass74,605 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    74,605 miles
    Test number
    661020790016
    • NoteFront registration plate cracked through last two letters but secure and legible

  19. Fail74,605 miles (+5,512)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,605 miles
    Test number
    942840290048
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront registration plate cracked through last two letters but secure and legible

  20. Pass69,093 miles (+5,654)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    69,093 miles
    Test number
    773392999057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass63,439 miles (+7,098)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    63,439 miles
    Test number
    434748588010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass56,341 miles (+6,373)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    56,341 miles
    Test number
    681859587090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass49,968 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    49,968 miles
    Test number
    684755496055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T288 FFR

Does T288 FFR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T288 FFR expired on 15 Jul 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T288 FFR?
The MOT on T288 FFR expired on 15 Jul 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T288 FFR done?
T288 FFR was recorded at 148,738 miles at its MOT on 24 Jun 2022, an average of 6,090 miles a year.
Has T288 FFR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T288 FFR has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Jun 2022.
Has the mileage on T288 FFR 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 T288 FFR find?
T288 FFR passed its latest MOT on 24 Jun 2022 with 1 advisory: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases cat.

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