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Volkswagen Golf

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,600 cc

T289 UAOMOT history

T289 UAO is a green petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 26 Aug 1999. Its MOT expired on 1 Jul 2023 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 73,969 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Jun 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 1 Jul 2023
Mileage
73,969 mi
At MOT on 22 Jun 2022
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,889 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T289 UAO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,600 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
26 Aug 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Jul 2023
Latest MOT test
22 Jun 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T289 UAO was last recorded at 73,969 miles on 22 Jun 2022, 4,959 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Jul 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 30 Jul 2010: 33,595 miles, lower than 33,656 miles on 27 Jul 2010.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
69,010 miles · 2 Jul 2021
Between the last two tests
4,959 miles
Average per year
2,889 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 73,969 miles
  • 2021 – 69,010 miles
  • 2020 – 65,661 miles
  • 2019 – 63,548 miles
  • 2018 – 60,530 miles
  • 2017 – 54,927 miles
  • 2016 – 52,467 miles
  • 2015 – 47,549 miles
  • 2014 – 44,812 miles
  • 2013 – 40,229 miles
  • 2012 – 37,359 miles
  • 2011 – 34,174 miles
  • 2010 – 33,595 miles
  • 2009 – 32,756 miles
  • 2008 – 31,770 miles
  • 2007 – 30,706 miles
  • 2006 – 28,003 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass73,969 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryPower steering pipes corrodedRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2021

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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2008–2014

  • Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2014

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass73,969 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    73,969 miles
    Test number
    201400052554
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipes corroded

  2. Fail73,967 miles (+4,957)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,967 miles
    Test number
    504375843603
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipes corroded

  3. Pass69,010 miles (+2)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    69,010 miles
    Test number
    677579681682
    • AdvisoryFront subframe corroded
    • AdvisoryFuel tank straps corroded
    • AdvisoryMovement in near side front top strut mounting
    • AdvisoryOffside front wishbone corroded
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipes corroded

  4. Fail69,008 miles (+3,347)1 dangerous1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,008 miles
    Test number
    267481732365
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorWindscreen in an unacceptable condition cracked in zone A over 10mm (3.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront subframe corroded
    • AdvisoryFuel tank straps corroded
    • AdvisoryMovement in near side front top strut mounting
    • AdvisoryOffside front wishbone corroded
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipes corroded

  5. Pass65,661 miles (+2,113)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    65,661 miles
    Test number
    687452941147
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass63,548 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    63,548 miles
    Test number
    289787798869
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Fail63,548 miles (+3,018)4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,548 miles
    Test number
    914678298855
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass60,530 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    60,530 miles
    Test number
    235681797921
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail60,530 miles (+5,603)1 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,530 miles
    Test number
    638216521095
    • DangerousNearside Rear Coil spring missing and directional control affected (5.3.1 (c) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • 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 Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass54,927 miles (+2,460)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    54,927 miles
    Test number
    242048299141
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

  11. Pass52,467 miles (+4,918)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    52,467 miles
    Test number
    951113701213
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  12. Pass47,549 miles (+2,737)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    47,549 miles
    Test number
    229137555146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass44,812 miles9 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    44,812 miles
    Test number
    278860554483
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

  14. Fail44,812 miles (+4,583)3 dangerous5 failures9 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,812 miles
    Test number
    997500454135
    • DangerousNearside Front Sub-frame inappropriately repaired (2.4.A.2)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

  15. Pass40,229 miles (+52)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    40,229 miles
    Test number
    628561973104
    • NoteN/s rear disc corroded................ @@..//........ Thanx 4ur custom
    • NoteNote:: Key fob insecure so handle with care

  16. Fail40,177 miles (+2,818)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,177 miles
    Test number
    868713763146
    • FailureNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteN/s rear disc corroded................ @@..//........ Thanx 4ur custom
    • NoteNote:: Key fob insecure so handle with care

  17. Pass37,359 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    37,359 miles
    Test number
    125518462170
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  18. Fail37,359 miles (+3,185)4 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,359 miles
    Test number
    807787862151
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  19. Pass34,174 miles (+579)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    34,174 miles
    Test number
    119444261145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass33,595 miles (-61)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    33,595 miles
    Test number
    683661210214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail33,656 miles (+900)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,656 miles
    Test number
    892338300211
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • NoteHeadlamp aims both on limits
    • NotePulley belt poor

  22. Pass32,756 miles (+986)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    32,756 miles
    Test number
    292762519274
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteCentre exhaust heatsheild loose/insecure

  23. Pass31,770 miles (+1,064)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    31,770 miles
    Test number
    300111318237
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteRear number plate poor
    • NoteRear tyres perishing

  24. Pass30,706 miles (+2,703)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    30,706 miles
    Test number
    192884117256
    • NoteEngine has a unstable idle
    • NoteFront bumper has a small scuff

  25. Pass28,003 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    28,003 miles
    Test number
    780045206217
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteN/s/r tyre getting close

Questions about T289 UAO

Does T289 UAO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T289 UAO expired on 1 Jul 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T289 UAO?
The MOT on T289 UAO expired on 1 Jul 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T289 UAO done?
T289 UAO was recorded at 73,969 miles at its MOT on 22 Jun 2022, an average of 2,889 miles a year.
Has T289 UAO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T289 UAO has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Jun 2022.
Has the mileage on T289 UAO ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 30 Jul 2010. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T289 UAO find?
T289 UAO passed its latest MOT on 22 Jun 2022 with 2 advisories: offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; power steering pipes corroded.

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