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Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,600 cc

T309 UAPMOT history

T309 UAP is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 3 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 7 Jul 2023 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 219,100 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Jul 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 7 Jul 2023
Mileage
219,100 mi
At MOT on 2 Jul 2022
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
10,440 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T309 UAP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,600 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
3 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Jul 2023
Latest MOT test
2 Jul 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T309 UAP was last recorded at 219,100 miles on 2 Jul 2022, 16,633 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Jul 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
202,467 miles · 8 Jul 2021
Between the last two tests
16,633 miles
Average per year
10,440 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 219,100 miles
  • 2021 – 202,467 miles
  • 2020 – 197,372 miles
  • 2019 – 175,922 miles
  • 2018 – 144,896 miles
  • 2017 – 118,126 miles
  • 2016 – 106,303 miles
  • 2015 – 102,620 miles
  • 2014 – 96,226 miles
  • 2013 – 89,565 miles
  • 2012 – 85,385 miles
  • 2011 – 80,573 miles
  • 2010 – 75,216 miles
  • 2009 – 70,787 miles
  • 2008 – 65,175 miles
  • 2007 – 58,086 miles
  • 2006 – 52,116 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass219,100 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed drivers (7.1.2 (b) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryClutch biting point excessively high)(ADVANCED
  • AdvisoryCorrosion to rear beam axle
  • AdvisoryUnable to select first gear

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.

  • Corrosion to exhaust system

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to hose

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BORDERLINE

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

27 tests since 4 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass219,100 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    219,100 miles
    Test number
    811442396521
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed drivers (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryClutch biting point excessively high)(ADVANCED
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to rear beam axle
    • AdvisoryUnable to select first gear

  2. Fail219,100 miles (+16,633)1 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    219,100 miles
    Test number
    153879480133
    • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed drivers (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryClutch biting point excessively high)(ADVANCED
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to rear beam axle
    • AdvisoryUnable to select first gear

  3. Pass202,467 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    202,467 miles
    Test number
    371305185973
    • AdvisoryExcess noise power steering pump, still functions
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BORDERLINE (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to exhaust system

  4. Fail202,467 miles (+5,095)5 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    202,467 miles
    Test number
    996431090814
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases joining sleeve corroded/broken (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorCentral Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Power steering component leaking rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BORDERLINE (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to exhaust system

  5. Pass197,372 miles (+21,450)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    197,372 miles
    Test number
    991020215676
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ADVANCED)(unevenly worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to exhaust system

  6. Pass175,922 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    175,922 miles
    Test number
    374086215099
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt both outer
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to exhaust system

  7. Fail175,922 miles (+31,026)2 dangerous2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,922 miles
    Test number
    843305872644
    • 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))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt both outer
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to exhaust system
    • AdvisoryEngine under tray insecure)(ADVANCED

  8. Pass144,896 miles11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    144,896 miles
    Test number
    787474855841
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt both rear outer seats
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing)(ADVANCED (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed drivers (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust bracket corroded and broken
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to exhaust system
    • AdvisoryDamage to front under tray and side guards
    • AdvisoryGearbox oil leak
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake disc back plate missing

  9. Fail144,896 miles (+26,770)2 major12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,896 miles
    Test number
    535372638446
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt both rear outer seats
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing)(ADVANCED (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed drivers (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust bracket corroded and broken
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to exhaust system
    • AdvisoryDamage to front under tray and side guards
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads 60-70% worn approx.)(lip to front discs
    • AdvisoryGearbox oil leak
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake disc back plate missing

  10. Pass118,126 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    118,126 miles
    Test number
    584651307469
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  11. Fail118,126 miles (+11,823)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,126 miles
    Test number
    298501166330
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  12. Pass106,303 miles (+3,683)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    106,303 miles
    Test number
    531558194791
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake backing plate badly rusted
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre wearing on edges
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass102,620 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    102,620 miles
    Test number
    257329085441
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteExhaust corroded
    • NoteOffside rear tyre perished

  14. Fail102,620 miles (+6,394)2 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,620 miles
    Test number
    897659885195
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteExhaust corroded
    • NoteOffside rear tyre perished

  15. Pass96,226 miles3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    96,226 miles
    Test number
    267182384140
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteExhaust corroded
    • NoteNearside front tyre tread wearing low on inner edge
    • NoteOffside rear tyre tread uneven wear and wearing low

  16. Fail96,226 miles (+6,661)1 failure3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,226 miles
    Test number
    187822884103
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteExhaust corroded
    • NoteNearside front tyre tread wearing low on inner edge
    • NoteOffside rear tyre tread uneven wear and wearing low

  17. Pass89,565 miles (+4,180)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    89,565 miles
    Test number
    439435183112
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  18. Pass85,385 miles (+4,812)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    85,385 miles
    Test number
    206028482435

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass80,573 miles (+5,357)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    80,573 miles
    Test number
    738681681136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass75,216 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    75,216 miles
    Test number
    683307680197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail75,212 miles (+4,425)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,212 miles
    Test number
    241397880154
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass70,787 miles (+5,612)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    70,787 miles
    Test number
    322748689126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass65,175 miles (+7,089)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    65,175 miles
    Test number
    854426788132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass58,086 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    58,086 miles
    Test number
    380130187164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail58,086 miles (+5,970)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,086 miles
    Test number
    640420887131
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Front suspension has excessive play in a lower wishbone bearing (2.5.B.1a)

  26. Pass52,116 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    52,116 miles
    Test number
    892055386187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail52,116 miles2 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,116 miles
    Test number
    753265286176
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteCENTRE EXHAUST MOUNTING BROKEN
    • NoteNEARSIDE FRONT LOWER WISHBONE BUSH (REAR) STARTING TO SEPERATE
    • NoteSLIGHT BINDING ON NEARSIDE REAR BRAKE

Questions about T309 UAP

Does T309 UAP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T309 UAP expired on 7 Jul 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T309 UAP?
The MOT on T309 UAP expired on 7 Jul 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T309 UAP done?
T309 UAP was recorded at 219,100 miles at its MOT on 2 Jul 2022, an average of 10,440 miles a year.
Has T309 UAP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T309 UAP has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Jul 2022.
Has the mileage on T309 UAP 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 T309 UAP find?
T309 UAP passed its latest MOT on 2 Jul 2022 with 10 advisories: central exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; front coil spring corroded both; nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing, and 7 more.

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