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Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,984 cc

T353 RPJMOT history

T353 RPJ is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 28 Mar 2023 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 119,511 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Mar 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 28 Mar 2023
Mileage
119,511 mi
At MOT on 9 Mar 2022
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,270 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T353 RPJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Mar 2023
Latest MOT test
9 Mar 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T353 RPJ was last recorded at 119,511 miles on 9 Mar 2022, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Mar 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 6 Oct 2008: 71,566 miles, lower than 72,647 miles on 28 Sept 2007.

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
119,511 miles · 8 Mar 2022
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,270 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 119,511 miles
  • 2021 – 118,293 miles
  • 2019 – 114,496 miles
  • 2018 – 110,755 miles
  • 2016 – 110,521 miles
  • 2015 – 108,889 miles
  • 2014 – 103,313 miles
  • 2013 – 96,613 miles
  • 2012 – 91,092 miles
  • 2011 – 89,134 miles
  • 2010 – 86,232 miles
  • 2009 – 78,543 miles
  • 2008 – 71,566 miles
  • 2007 – 72,647 miles
  • 2006 – 67,597 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass119,511 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear joint (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced nearside lower sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced offside lower sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (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
  • AdvisoryInterior mirror missingRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside rear light lens damagedRecorded 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.

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Headlamp levelling device inoperative

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear fuel tank broken

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

22 tests since 24 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass119,511 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    119,511 miles
    Test number
    427398294093
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced nearside lower sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced offside lower sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryInterior mirror missing
    • AdvisoryNearside rear light lens damaged

  2. Fail119,511 miles (+1,218)13 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,511 miles
    Test number
    597877068281
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust system insecure rear box (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Body panel damaged and likely to cause injury wing (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Body panel damaged and likely to cause injury wing (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced nearside lower sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced offside lower sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryInterior mirror missing
    • AdvisoryNearside rear light lens damaged

  3. Pass118,293 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    118,293 miles
    Test number
    681212777968
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and outer (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive to rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive To rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Fail118,293 miles (+3,797)11 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,293 miles
    Test number
    699120288292
    • 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 hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury wing (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury wing (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced offside and nearside inner rear sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank strap broken away
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre slightly wearing on outer edges
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust tailpipe corroded away

  5. Pass114,496 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    114,496 miles
    Test number
    650517092348
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear fuel tank broken

  6. Fail114,496 miles (+3,741)6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,496 miles
    Test number
    687941706260
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorFront Headlamp not working on dipped beam both (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Position lamp not working both (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHeadlamp not working on main beam both (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear reflector reflecting white to the rear (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear fuel tank broken

  7. Pass110,755 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    110,755 miles
    Test number
    923379665303
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Body has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Body has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre worn on outer edges

  8. Fail110,755 miles (+234)3 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,755 miles
    Test number
    482497248648
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Body has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Body has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre worn on outer edges

  9. Pass110,521 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    110,521 miles
    Test number
    868822042185
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside front splash tray insecure
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre showing signs of deterioration
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to both front lower sills

  10. Fail110,521 miles (+1,632)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,521 miles
    Test number
    777292192385
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside front splash tray insecure
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre showing signs of deterioration
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to both front lower sills

  11. Pass108,889 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    108,889 miles
    Test number
    993271849291
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Fail108,889 miles (+5,576)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,889 miles
    Test number
    930989508872
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass103,313 miles (+6,700)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    103,313 miles
    Test number
    915065424222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass96,613 miles (+4)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    96,613 miles
    Test number
    147166723270
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  15. Fail96,609 miles (+5,517)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,609 miles
    Test number
    587882223276
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  16. Pass91,092 miles (+1,958)
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    91,092 miles
    Test number
    149916522252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass89,134 miles (+2,902)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    89,134 miles
    Test number
    696894361222
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  18. Pass86,232 miles (+7,689)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    86,232 miles
    Test number
    303968490448

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass78,543 miles (+6,977)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    78,543 miles
    Test number
    841855479265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass71,566 miles (-1,081)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    71,566 miles
    Test number
    823120188201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass72,647 miles (+5,050)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    72,647 miles
    Test number
    714981477259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass67,597 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    67,597 miles
    Test number
    402934016115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T353 RPJ

Does T353 RPJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T353 RPJ expired on 28 Mar 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T353 RPJ?
The MOT on T353 RPJ expired on 28 Mar 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T353 RPJ done?
T353 RPJ was recorded at 119,511 miles at its MOT on 9 Mar 2022, an average of 3,270 miles a year.
Has T353 RPJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T353 RPJ has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on T353 RPJ ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 6 Oct 2008. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T353 RPJ find?
T353 RPJ passed its latest MOT on 9 Mar 2022 with 9 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear joint; integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced nearside lower sill; integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced offside lower sill, and 6 more.

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