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Orange · Petrol · 1999 · 1,600 cc

T298 RGPMOT history

T298 RGP is an orange petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 8 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 28 Feb 2025 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 180,664 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Feb 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 28 Feb 2025
Mileage
180,664 mi
At MOT on 27 Feb 2025
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
5,662 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T298 RGP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Orange
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,600 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
8 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Feb 2025
Latest MOT test
27 Feb 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

T298 RGP was last recorded at 180,664 miles on 27 Feb 2025, 7,426 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Feb 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 13 Feb 2015: 117,862 miles, lower than 774,920 miles on 26 Feb 2014.
  • 15 Feb 2018: 125,292 miles, lower than 126,631 miles on 20 Feb 2017.

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
173,238 miles · 28 Feb 2024
Between the last two tests
7,426 miles
Average per year
5,662 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 180,664 miles
  • 2024 – 173,238 miles
  • 2023 – 166,542 miles
  • 2022 – 161,408 miles
  • 2021 – 149,347 miles
  • 2020 – 139,841 miles
  • 2019 – 126,998 miles
  • 2018 – 125,292 miles
  • 2017 – 126,631 miles
  • 2016 – 121,380 miles
  • 2015 – 117,862 miles
  • 2014 – 774,920 miles
  • 2013 – 109,375 miles
  • 2012 – 104,199 miles
  • 2011 – 99,272 miles
  • 2010 – 94,012 miles
  • 2009 – 84,983 miles
  • 2008 – 77,152 miles
  • 2007 – 73,369 miles
  • 2006 – 73,324 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail180,664 miles
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MajorExhaust emits dense blue smoke at idle (8.2.1.2 (f))
  • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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.

  • Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2013

  • Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2013

  • Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2009

  • Offside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2009

  • Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

29 tests since 15 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail180,664 miles (+7,426)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,664 miles
    Test number
    686991413548
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust emits dense blue smoke at idle (8.2.1.2 (f))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass173,238 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    173,238 miles
    Test number
    533440269413
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  3. Fail173,230 miles (+6,688)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,230 miles
    Test number
    964921841325
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  4. Pass166,542 miles (+5,134)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    166,542 miles
    Test number
    458181563935
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass161,408 miles (+7)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    161,408 miles
    Test number
    127062363064
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Fail161,401 miles (+12,054)1 dangerous3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,401 miles
    Test number
    456480709388
    • DangerousOffside Front Anti-roll bar fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Pass149,347 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    149,347 miles
    Test number
    298324693161
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Fail149,341 miles (+9,500)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,341 miles
    Test number
    888767003711
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  9. Pass139,841 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    139,841 miles
    Test number
    714757887273
    • 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))

  10. Fail139,836 miles (+12,838)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,836 miles
    Test number
    278104399856
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • 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))

  11. Pass126,998 miles (+1,706)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    126,998 miles
    Test number
    703168908767
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front and nearside rear (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass125,292 miles (-1,339)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    125,292 miles
    Test number
    367047381746

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass126,631 miles (+3,003)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    126,631 miles
    Test number
    668534828411
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake has a slight bind

  14. Fail123,628 miles (+2,248)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,628 miles
    Test number
    276173196844
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake has a slight bind

  15. Pass121,380 miles (+3,518)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    121,380 miles
    Test number
    630251056569
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement inner back bush (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass117,862 miles (-657,058)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    117,862 miles
    Test number
    825574545054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass774,920 miles (+660,005)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    774,920 miles
    Test number
    196427054408

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail114,915 miles (+5,540)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,915 miles
    Test number
    975670054043
    • FailureNearside 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 Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass109,375 miles (+5,176)6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    109,375 miles
    Test number
    188739043043
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteCentre exhaust bracket insecure

  20. Pass104,199 miles (+4,927)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    104,199 miles
    Test number
    319575942001
    • AdvisoryNearside Axle beam has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Axle beam has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)

  21. Pass99,272 miles (+5,260)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    99,272 miles
    Test number
    936036141016
    • NoteBrake pedal travel quite long

  22. Pass94,012 miles (+9,029)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    94,012 miles
    Test number
    970466640055
    • 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)
    • NoteNear side inner c v boot split

  23. Pass84,983 miles (+7,831)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    84,983 miles
    Test number
    132644839495
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteOil leak

  24. Pass77,152 miles1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    77,152 miles
    Test number
    172102558434
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteInner cv gators leaking
    • NoteNearside front tyre wearing on edge
    • NoteOffside wiper split
    • NoteSlight play in nearside front wheel bearing

  25. Fail77,152 miles (+3,783)1 repaired1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,152 miles
    Test number
    700112758032
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteInner cv gators leaking
    • NoteNearside front tyre wearing on edge
    • NoteOffside wiper split
    • NoteSlight play in nearside front wheel bearing

  26. Fail73,369 miles2 repaired10 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,369 miles
    Test number
    192530357058
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • NoteGearbox leaking
    • NoteVehicle has a misfire

  27. Pass73,369 miles (+45)10 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    73,369 miles
    Test number
    852750157022
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • NoteGearbox leaking
    • NoteVehicle has a misfire

  28. Fail73,324 miles1 repaired10 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,324 miles
    Test number
    553344876074
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • NoteGearbox leaking

  29. Pass73,324 miles10 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    73,324 miles
    Test number
    790334876016
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • NoteGearbox leaking

Questions about T298 RGP

Does T298 RGP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T298 RGP expired on 28 Feb 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T298 RGP?
The MOT on T298 RGP expired on 28 Feb 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T298 RGP done?
T298 RGP was recorded at 180,664 miles at its MOT on 27 Feb 2025, an average of 5,662 miles a year.
Has T298 RGP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T298 RGP has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on T298 RGP ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 13 Feb 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T298 RGP find?
T298 RGP failed its latest MOT on 27 Feb 2025 with 5 major defects and 2 advisories: exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits; exhaust emits dense blue smoke at idle, and 4 more.

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