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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 1,900 cc

T298 SBLMOT history

T298 SBL is a blue diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 2 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 3 Nov 2022 and it has passed 15 of 24 MOT tests, with 232,948 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Nov 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 3 Nov 2022
Mileage
232,948 mi
At MOT on 4 Nov 2021
MOT tests
24
15 passed · 9 failed
Per year
7,917 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T298 SBL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,900 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
2 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Nov 2022
Latest MOT test
4 Nov 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

T298 SBL was last recorded at 232,948 miles on 4 Nov 2021, 40 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Nov 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
232,908 miles · 1 Nov 2021
Between the last two tests
40 miles
Average per year
7,917 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 232,948 miles
  • 2020 – 224,443 miles
  • 2019 – 210,447 miles
  • 2018 – 194,029 miles
  • 2016 – 180,923 miles
  • 2015 – 166,682 miles
  • 2014 – 158,829 miles
  • 2013 – 156,166 miles
  • 2012 – 153,858 miles
  • 2011 – 148,141 miles
  • 2010 – 134,972 miles
  • 2009 – 122,043 miles
  • 2008 – 117,475 miles
  • 2007 – 112,766 miles
  • 2006 – 109,309 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass232,948 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Front Headlamp lens slightly defective cracked

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

  • Auxiliary belt tensioner damper bracket broken

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Centre Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass232,948 miles (+40)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    232,948 miles
    Test number
    254462088816

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail232,908 miles (+8,465)1 dangerous5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    232,908 miles
    Test number
    382253686380
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBoot lid cannot be secured in the closed position (6.2.1 (e))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass224,443 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    224,443 miles
    Test number
    762730322246
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Other passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail224,443 miles (+13,996)1 dangerous2 major1 repaired2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    224,443 miles
    Test number
    992653253697
    • DangerousNearside Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBoot lid component insecure (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Other passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass210,447 miles (+144)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    210,447 miles
    Test number
    963211470681
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective cracked (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAuxiliary belt tensioner damper bracket broken

  6. Fail210,303 miles (+16,274)2 dangerous6 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    210,303 miles
    Test number
    176876723041
    • DangerousNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFuel pipe union leaking suspect rear of diesel pump (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective cracked (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inside edge close to limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryAuxiliary belt tensioner damper bracket broken

  7. Pass194,029 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    194,029 miles
    Test number
    117610104434
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Fail194,029 miles (+13,106)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    194,029 miles
    Test number
    902451786277
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  9. Pass180,923 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    180,923 miles
    Test number
    691867339224
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  10. Fail180,923 miles (+14,241)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,923 miles
    Test number
    428805498932
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  11. Pass166,682 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    166,682 miles
    Test number
    574796809616
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  12. Fail166,682 miles (+7,853)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,682 miles
    Test number
    642731533271
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Pass158,829 miles (+2,663)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    158,829 miles
    Test number
    649041844260
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteRear bump stops missing

  14. Pass156,166 miles (+2,308)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    156,166 miles
    Test number
    355414453219
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryCentre Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteBoth rear bump stops deteriorated

  15. Pass153,858 miles (+5,717)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    153,858 miles
    Test number
    317479662263
    • AdvisoryCentre Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteRear bumpstops broken

  16. Pass148,141 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    148,141 miles
    Test number
    198242571227
    • NoteO/s/f and n/s/f suspension bushes worn (attention required soon), minor screen damage

  17. Fail148,141 miles (+13,169)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,141 miles
    Test number
    389692271263
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteO/s/f and n/s/f suspension bushes worn (attention required soon), minor screen damage

  18. Pass134,972 miles (+12,929)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    134,972 miles
    Test number
    323311370243
    • NoteBoth front indicators faded, front number plate cracked, no rear windscreen wiper, front suspension bushes perished.

  19. Pass122,043 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    122,043 miles
    Test number
    650828769210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail122,042 miles (+4,567)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,042 miles
    Test number
    352167569293
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  21. Pass117,475 miles (+4,709)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    117,475 miles
    Test number
    740098688055
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/s rear brake calliper sticky operation

  22. Pass112,766 miles (+3,457)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    112,766 miles
    Test number
    640716887025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail109,309 miles1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,309 miles
    Test number
    373623086048
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteWiper blades in poor condition, slight wear n/s of steering rack

  24. Pass109,309 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    109,309 miles
    Test number
    900523386066
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteWiper blades in poor condition, slight wear n/s of steering rack

Questions about T298 SBL

Does T298 SBL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T298 SBL expired on 3 Nov 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T298 SBL?
The MOT on T298 SBL expired on 3 Nov 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T298 SBL done?
T298 SBL was recorded at 232,948 miles at its MOT on 4 Nov 2021, an average of 7,917 miles a year.
Has T298 SBL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T298 SBL has failed 9 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on T298 SBL 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 T298 SBL find?
T298 SBL passed its latest MOT on 4 Nov 2021 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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