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Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,781 cc

T321 RBOMOT history

T321 RBO is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 13 Sept 2003. Its MOT expired on 11 Jul 2023 and it has passed 13 of 21 MOT tests, with 162,019 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Oct 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 11 Jul 2023
Mileage
162,019 mi
At MOT on 12 Oct 2023
MOT tests
21
13 passed · 8 failed
Per year
7,107 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T321 RBO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
13 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Jul 2023
Latest MOT test
12 Oct 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

T321 RBO was last recorded at 162,019 miles on 12 Oct 2023, 8,097 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Jul 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 8 Jul 2022: 151,912 miles, lower than 153,899 miles on 15 Jun 2022.

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
153,922 miles · 12 Jul 2022
Between the last two tests
8,097 miles
Average per year
7,107 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 162,019 miles
  • 2022 – 153,922 miles
  • 2021 – 152,180 miles
  • 2018 – 136,667 miles
  • 2017 – 126,665 miles
  • 2016 – 117,469 miles
  • 2015 – 110,366 miles
  • 2014 – 102,637 miles
  • 2012 – 94,070 miles
  • 2011 – 89,178 miles
  • 2010 – 78,875 miles
  • 2009 – 71,594 miles
  • 2008 – 60,219 miles
  • 2007 – 51,366 miles
  • 2006 – 40,549 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail162,019 miles
  • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MajorExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength cill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength centre cill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer cill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear heatshield insecure
  • AdvisoryUnderside corroded

What MOT failures 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.

  • Oil leak

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Front discs worn

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Nearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play inner track rod

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

21 tests since 8 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail162,019 miles (+8,097)1 dangerous8 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,019 miles
    Test number
    453517161865
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength cill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength centre cill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer cill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear heatshield insecure
    • AdvisoryUnderside corroded

  2. Pass153,922 miles (+2,010)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    153,922 miles
    Test number
    365099164294
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play inner track rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Fail151,912 miles (-1,987)7 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,912 miles
    Test number
    238631363423
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play inner track rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail153,899 miles (+1,719)4 dangerous21 major2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,899 miles
    Test number
    830604700318
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear 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))
    • DangerousRear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription missing broken and missing last character (0.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp indicator disrupts lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut mounting damaged and seriously weakened top strut mounting bearing seized and rough in operation (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp functioning incorrectly (1.1.10 (g))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear seatbelts not checked due to tailgate on rear seats

  5. Fail152,180 miles (+15,513)1 dangerous12 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,180 miles
    Test number
    282293099266
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic power steering warning lamp indicates a system malfunction (2.6 (a))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt inner (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs are corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front steering arm is worn
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle bushes are split

  6. Pass136,667 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    136,667 miles
    Test number
    391665380139
    • AdvisoryFront discs worn
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  7. Fail136,667 miles (+10,002)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,667 miles
    Test number
    880902178733
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryFront discs worn
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  8. Pass126,665 miles (+9,196)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    126,665 miles
    Test number
    567614262874
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  9. Pass117,469 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    117,469 miles
    Test number
    877914458148
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front to rears (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront discs worn
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  10. Fail117,463 miles (+7,097)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,463 miles
    Test number
    762783598931
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front to rears (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront discs worn
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  11. Pass110,366 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    110,366 miles
    Test number
    115626255430
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  12. Fail110,366 miles (+7,729)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,366 miles
    Test number
    845166755090
    • FailureNearside Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  13. Pass102,637 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    102,637 miles
    Test number
    595207654009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail102,635 miles (+8,565)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,635 miles
    Test number
    228447954094
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  15. Pass94,070 miles (+4,892)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    94,070 miles
    Test number
    546128252238
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Pass89,178 miles (+10,303)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    89,178 miles
    Test number
    696220061279
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBoth front and rear brake discs are running low

  17. Pass78,875 miles (+7,281)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    78,875 miles
    Test number
    634428950209
    • NoteRear brake discs are running low

  18. Pass71,594 miles (+11,375)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    71,594 miles
    Test number
    862737259203
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  19. Pass60,219 miles (+8,853)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    60,219 miles
    Test number
    520350168233
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteO/sr tyre worn at edges of tread

  20. Pass51,366 miles (+10,817)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    51,366 miles
    Test number
    974632867219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass40,549 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    40,549 miles
    Test number
    133551156215
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T321 RBO

Does T321 RBO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T321 RBO expired on 11 Jul 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T321 RBO?
The MOT on T321 RBO expired on 11 Jul 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T321 RBO done?
T321 RBO was recorded at 162,019 miles at its MOT on 12 Oct 2023, an average of 7,107 miles a year.
Has T321 RBO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T321 RBO has failed 8 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on T321 RBO ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 8 Jul 2022. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T321 RBO find?
T321 RBO failed its latest MOT on 12 Oct 2023 with 1 dangerous defect, 8 major defects and 8 advisories: stop lamp(s) all not working; anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an abs fault; exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits, and 14 more.

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