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Turquoise · Petrol · 1999 · 2,792 cc

T304 ARPMOT history

T304 ARP is a turquoise petrol Volkswagen Caddy first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 1 Nov 2023 and it has passed 11 of 20 MOT tests, with 163,024 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Nov 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 1 Nov 2023
Mileage
163,024 mi
At MOT on 2 Nov 2022
MOT tests
20
11 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,651 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T304 ARP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Caddy
Colour
Turquoise
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,792 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Nov 2023
Latest MOT test
2 Nov 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T304 ARP was last recorded at 163,024 miles on 2 Nov 2022, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Oct 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 7 Feb 2018: 160,000 miles, lower than 162,023 miles on 21 May 2012.

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
163,024 miles · 31 Oct 2022
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
2,651 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 163,024 miles
  • 2021 – 163,020 miles
  • 2020 – 162,153 miles
  • 2019 – 161,205 miles
  • 2018 – 160,001 miles
  • 2012 – 162,023 miles
  • 2011 – 150,434 miles
  • 2010 – 150,430 miles
  • 2009 – 142,234 miles
  • 2008 – 135,389 miles
  • 2007 – 128,374 miles
  • 2006 – 120,179 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass163,024 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryVehicle too low to safely go in rolling roadRecorded 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.

  • Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2011

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass163,024 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    163,024 miles
    Test number
    456025101992
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle too low to safely go in rolling road
  2. Fail163,024 miles (+4)3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,024 miles
    Test number
    214372418370
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions not tested Due to misfire (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle too low to safely go in rolling road
  3. Pass163,020 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    163,020 miles
    Test number
    422225773422
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
  4. Fail163,020 miles (+867)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,020 miles
    Test number
    641843829344
    • MajorOffside Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
  5. Pass162,153 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    162,153 miles
    Test number
    384400938250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail162,153 miles (+948)1 dangerous4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,153 miles
    Test number
    522011231364
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
  7. Pass161,205 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    161,205 miles
    Test number
    277451941323

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail161,205 miles (+1,204)1 dangerous5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,205 miles
    Test number
    574802893273
    • DangerousNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
  9. Pass160,001 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    160,001 miles
    Test number
    943846189705

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail160,000 miles (-2,023)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,000 miles
    Test number
    441274389095
    • FailureEmissions not tested oil light on and overheating (7.3.A.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
  11. Fail162,023 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,023 miles
    Test number
    358202542164
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
  12. Pass162,023 miles (+11,589)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2013
    Odometer
    162,023 miles
    Test number
    797932542116
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
  13. Pass150,434 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    150,434 miles
    Test number
    199755701442
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  14. Fail150,430 miles (+8,196)1 dangerous4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,430 miles
    Test number
    460528750261
    • DangerousCambelt in poor condition fraying
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  15. Pass142,234 miles (+6,845)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    142,234 miles
    Test number
    814864529234
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
  16. Pass135,389 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    135,389 miles
    Test number
    224708988271
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/S front tyre slightly out of shape
    • NoteSlightly long brake pedal travel
  17. Fail135,389 miles (+7,015)1 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,389 miles
    Test number
    863898588209
    • Repaired at testFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/S front tyre slightly out of shape
    • NoteSlightly long brake pedal travel
  18. Pass128,374 miles (+8,195)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    128,374 miles
    Test number
    703187777285
    • NoteSlight play in both front top suspension mounts
  19. Pass120,179 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    120,179 miles
    Test number
    314218656268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail120,179 miles2 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,179 miles
    Test number
    164228846276
    • FailureBrake master cylinder fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1e)
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear brake pipes rusty
    • NoteSlight play nearside rear wheel bearing
    • NoteSlight play offside front wheel bearing

Questions about T304 ARP

Does T304 ARP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T304 ARP expired on 1 Nov 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T304 ARP?
The MOT on T304 ARP expired on 1 Nov 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T304 ARP done?
T304 ARP was recorded at 163,024 miles at its MOT on 2 Nov 2022, an average of 2,651 miles a year.
Has T304 ARP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T304 ARP has failed 9 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on T304 ARP ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 7 Feb 2018. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T304 ARP find?
T304 ARP passed its latest MOT on 2 Nov 2022 with 7 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; front registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off, and 4 more.

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