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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,598 cc

T290 MKLMOT history

T290 MKL is a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 11 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 29 Apr 2023 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 146,002 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Apr 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 29 Apr 2023
Mileage
146,002 mi
At MOT on 17 Apr 2023
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,974 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T290 MKL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
11 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Apr 2023
Latest MOT test
17 Apr 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

T290 MKL was last recorded at 146,002 miles on 17 Apr 2023, 1,478 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Apr 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
144,524 miles · 28 Apr 2022
Between the last two tests
1,478 miles
Average per year
4,974 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 146,002 miles
  • 2022 – 144,524 miles
  • 2021 – 141,489 miles
  • 2020 – 139,152 miles
  • 2019 – 137,575 miles
  • 2018 – 129,959 miles
  • 2017 – 123,260 miles
  • 2016 – 117,099 miles
  • 2015 – 111,002 miles
  • 2014 – 107,485 miles
  • 2013 – 102,971 miles
  • 2012 – 97,687 miles
  • 2011 – 90,652 miles
  • 2010 – 83,116 miles
  • 2009 – 77,933 miles
  • 2008 – 73,966 miles
  • 2007 – 69,017 miles
  • 2006 – 62,063 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail146,002 miles
  • DangerousNearside Front Brake hose damaged and likely to fail (1.1.12 (a))
  • DangerousNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Front Brake hose damaged and likely to fail (1.1.12 (a))
  • 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))
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also cracking on tread (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also cracking on tread (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also cracking on tread (5.2.3 (e))

What MOT failures mean

Full MOT history

23 tests since 1 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail146,002 miles (+1,478)3 dangerous5 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,002 miles
    Test number
    982307105757
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake hose damaged and likely to fail (1.1.12 (a))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake hose damaged and likely to fail (1.1.12 (a))
    • 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))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also cracking on tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also cracking on tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also cracking on tread (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass144,524 miles (+3,035)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    144,524 miles
    Test number
    454709297214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass141,489 miles (+2,337)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    141,489 miles
    Test number
    963232278718

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass139,152 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2021
    Odometer
    139,152 miles
    Test number
    756691077374
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Fail139,152 miles (+1,577)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,152 miles
    Test number
    553391924313
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Other passenger door hinge insecure (6.2.3 (c) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Pass137,575 miles (+7,616)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    137,575 miles
    Test number
    981740789649

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass129,959 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    129,959 miles
    Test number
    675997609767

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail129,959 miles (+6,699)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,959 miles
    Test number
    105624016913
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass123,260 miles (+6,161)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    123,260 miles
    Test number
    307082247195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass117,099 miles (+6,097)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    117,099 miles
    Test number
    623054604097
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated all (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  11. Pass111,002 miles (+3,517)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    111,002 miles
    Test number
    857319045121
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  12. Pass107,485 miles (+4,514)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    107,485 miles
    Test number
    775250354127
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  13. Pass102,971 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    102,971 miles
    Test number
    317809543158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail102,971 miles (+5,284)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,971 miles
    Test number
    217958543165
    • FailureFront position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  15. Pass97,687 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    97,687 miles
    Test number
    289506242420

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail97,687 miles (+7,035)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,687 miles
    Test number
    109076342118
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)

  17. Pass90,652 miles (+7,536)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    90,652 miles
    Test number
    208892951404

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass83,116 miles (+5,183)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    83,116 miles
    Test number
    283425050461

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass77,933 miles (+3,967)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    77,933 miles
    Test number
    374626129125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass73,966 miles (+4,949)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    73,966 miles
    Test number
    123080458140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass69,017 miles (+6,954)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    69,017 miles
    Test number
    302170257146
    • NoteO/s/r tyre on 3mm (1.6mm legal limit)

  22. Pass62,063 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    62,063 miles
    Test number
    453633956185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail62,063 miles2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,063 miles
    Test number
    284482856155
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T290 MKL

Does T290 MKL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T290 MKL expired on 29 Apr 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T290 MKL?
The MOT on T290 MKL expired on 29 Apr 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T290 MKL done?
T290 MKL was recorded at 146,002 miles at its MOT on 17 Apr 2023, an average of 4,974 miles a year.
Has T290 MKL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T290 MKL has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Apr 2023.
Has the mileage on T290 MKL 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 T290 MKL find?
T290 MKL failed its latest MOT on 17 Apr 2023 with 3 dangerous defects, 5 major defects, 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: nearside front brake hose damaged and likely to fail; nearside rear suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected; offside front brake hose damaged and likely to fail, and 10 more.

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