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Volkswagen Golf

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,800 cc

T313 ACUMOT history

T313 ACU is a red petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 18 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 8 Aug 2024 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 93,543 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Aug 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 8 Aug 2024
Mileage
93,543 mi
At MOT on 9 Aug 2023
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,706 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T313 ACU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,800 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
18 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Aug 2024
Latest MOT test
9 Aug 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T313 ACU was last recorded at 93,543 miles on 9 Aug 2023, 7 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Jun 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
93,536 miles · 14 Jun 2023
Between the last two tests
7 miles
Average per year
3,706 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 93,543 miles
  • 2019 – 93,505 miles
  • 2018 – 88,544 miles
  • 2017 – 80,557 miles
  • 2016 – 71,444 miles
  • 2015 – 66,441 miles
  • 2014 – 63,419 miles
  • 2013 – 59,867 miles
  • 2012 – 56,284 miles
  • 2011 – 52,730 miles
  • 2010 – 49,207 miles
  • 2009 – 44,257 miles
  • 2008 – 38,783 miles
  • 2007 – 33,996 miles
  • 2006 – 28,934 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass93,543 miles
  • AdvisoryAll under side of car has been coated in underseal and greased including brake pipes and fuel pipes

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 Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2011

  • Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2007–2010

Full MOT history

25 tests since 3 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass93,543 miles (+7)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    93,543 miles
    Test number
    476341513415
    • AdvisoryAll under side of car has been coated in underseal and greased including brake pipes and fuel pipes

  2. Fail93,536 miles (+31)1 dangerous7 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,536 miles
    Test number
    908718675786
    • DangerousFront Exhaust shield missing where fitted as original equipment creating a risk of fire Gear cable outer casings melting onto exhaust (6.1.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle 40% (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorFront Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes coated with grease
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust join deteriorated/corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear wiper blade split
    • AdvisoryVehicle has been undersealed, unable to fully assess condition of underside components

  3. Pass93,505 miles (+23)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    93,505 miles
    Test number
    659068654887

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass93,482 miles (+4,938)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    93,482 miles
    Test number
    544674420174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass88,544 miles (+7,987)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    88,544 miles
    Test number
    646737245181
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear door latch faulty

  6. Pass80,557 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    80,557 miles
    Test number
    899808623700
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Fail80,557 miles (+9,113)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,557 miles
    Test number
    513473742631
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Pass71,444 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    71,444 miles
    Test number
    148862194979
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryPlay in both sides steering rack inner ball joints

  9. Fail71,444 miles (+5,003)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,444 miles
    Test number
    105839662895
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryPlay in both sides steering rack inner ball joints

  10. Pass66,441 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    66,441 miles
    Test number
    958201555077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail66,441 miles (+3,022)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,441 miles
    Test number
    816941655029
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  12. Pass63,419 miles (+3,552)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    63,419 miles
    Test number
    979275444078
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteNearside front tyre wearing on inner edge

  13. Pass59,867 miles (+3,583)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    59,867 miles
    Test number
    368229653064
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  14. Pass56,284 miles (+3,554)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    56,284 miles
    Test number
    926485452078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass52,730 miles (+3,523)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    52,730 miles
    Test number
    998946251054
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass49,207 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    49,207 miles
    Test number
    222853840059
    • AdvisoryNearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail49,207 miles (+4,950)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,207 miles
    Test number
    513233740008
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Fail44,257 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,257 miles
    Test number
    291264349013
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

  19. Pass44,257 miles (+5,474)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    44,257 miles
    Test number
    833924749027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass38,783 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    38,783 miles
    Test number
    271970668066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail38,783 miles (+4,787)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,783 miles
    Test number
    961040168023
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  22. Pass33,996 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    33,996 miles
    Test number
    233810267046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail33,996 miles (+5,062)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,996 miles
    Test number
    414100167017
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  24. Pass28,934 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    28,934 miles
    Test number
    464472466090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail28,934 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,934 miles
    Test number
    861052666053
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Questions about T313 ACU

Does T313 ACU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T313 ACU expired on 8 Aug 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T313 ACU?
The MOT on T313 ACU expired on 8 Aug 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T313 ACU done?
T313 ACU was recorded at 93,543 miles at its MOT on 9 Aug 2023, an average of 3,706 miles a year.
Has T313 ACU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T313 ACU has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Jun 2023.
Has the mileage on T313 ACU 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 T313 ACU find?
T313 ACU passed its latest MOT on 9 Aug 2023 with 1 advisory: all under side of car has been coated in underseal and greased including brake pipes and fuel pipes.

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