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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,600 cc

T31 EEBMOT history

T31 EEB is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 12 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 23 Oct 2024 and it has passed 10 of 17 MOT tests, with 163,982 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Oct 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 23 Oct 2024
Mileage
163,982 mi
At MOT on 24 Oct 2023
MOT tests
17
10 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,658 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T31 EEB
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
12 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Oct 2024
Latest MOT test
24 Oct 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T31 EEB was last recorded at 163,982 miles on 24 Oct 2023, 6 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Jan 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
163,976 miles · 18 Jan 2021
Between the last two tests
6 miles
Average per year
3,658 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 163,982 miles
  • 2021 – 163,976 miles
  • 2020 – 163,526 miles
  • 2019 – 159,959 miles
  • 2018 – 154,207 miles
  • 2017 – 146,368 miles
  • 2010 – 135,876 miles
  • 2009 – 128,515 miles
  • 2008 – 117,128 miles
  • 2007 – 108,435 miles
  • 2006 – 101,532 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass163,982 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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.

  • Hazard warning lamps operated by more than one switch

    Minor3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass163,982 miles (+6)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    163,982 miles
    Test number
    393648241389
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail163,976 miles (+450)4 dangerous5 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,976 miles
    Test number
    668425909508
    • DangerousNearside Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture Front to rear (1.1.11 (a))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail From body to axle (1.1.12 (f) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture Front to rear (1.1.11 (a))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail From body to axle (1.1.12 (f) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorHazard warning lamps operated by more than one switch (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass163,526 miles (+1)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    163,526 miles
    Test number
    706813495865
    • MinorHazard warning lamps operated by more than one switch (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail163,525 miles (+3,566)5 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,525 miles
    Test number
    897770098232
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorHazard warning lamps operated by more than one switch (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass159,959 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    159,959 miles
    Test number
    737589918221
    • MinorHazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail159,958 miles (+5,751)3 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,958 miles
    Test number
    820659384441
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorHazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass154,207 miles (+44)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    154,207 miles
    Test number
    807437701276
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryHeat shield insecure

  8. Fail154,163 miles (+7,795)7 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,163 miles
    Test number
    686982501593
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • 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 Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryHeat shield insecure

  9. Pass146,368 miles (+10,492)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    146,368 miles
    Test number
    626099476559
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryTyres cracked

  10. Pass135,876 miles (+70)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    135,876 miles
    Test number
    392164270499

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail135,806 miles (+7,291)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,806 miles
    Test number
    880358260200
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass128,515 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    128,515 miles
    Test number
    881511489234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail128,515 miles (+11,387)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,515 miles
    Test number
    520790989223
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass117,128 miles (+294)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    117,128 miles
    Test number
    780275678279
    • NoteN/s/r door cannot be opened inside/outside

  15. Fail116,834 miles (+8,399)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,834 miles
    Test number
    913997468291
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteN/s/r door not opening from outside/inside

  16. Pass108,435 miles (+6,903)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    108,435 miles
    Test number
    800304477269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass101,532 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    101,532 miles
    Test number
    163660776240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T31 EEB

Does T31 EEB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T31 EEB expired on 23 Oct 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T31 EEB?
The MOT on T31 EEB expired on 23 Oct 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T31 EEB done?
T31 EEB was recorded at 163,982 miles at its MOT on 24 Oct 2023, an average of 3,658 miles a year.
Has T31 EEB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T31 EEB has failed 7 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Jan 2021.
Has the mileage on T31 EEB 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 T31 EEB find?
T31 EEB passed its latest MOT on 24 Oct 2023 with 4 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside rear service brake binding but not excessively, and 1 more.

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