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Volkswagen Golf

Red · Diesel · 1999 · 1,896 cc

T38 SYAMOT history

T38 SYA is a red diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 24 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 12 Dec 2023 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 191,302 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Dec 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 12 Dec 2023
Mileage
191,302 mi
At MOT on 13 Dec 2022
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
8,925 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T38 SYA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
24 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Dec 2023
Latest MOT test
13 Dec 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T38 SYA was last recorded at 191,302 miles on 13 Dec 2022, 6 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Dec 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
191,296 miles · 7 Dec 2022
Between the last two tests
6 miles
Average per year
8,925 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 191,302 miles
  • 2021 – 189,174 miles
  • 2020 – 184,808 miles
  • 2019 – 176,850 miles
  • 2018 – 169,490 miles
  • 2017 – 155,706 miles
  • 2015 – 126,257 miles
  • 2014 – 112,890 miles
  • 2013 – 97,954 miles
  • 2012 – 82,256 miles
  • 2011 – 65,162 miles
  • 2010 – 53,875 miles
  • 2009 – 51,292 miles
  • 2008 – 49,427 miles
  • 2007 – 46,788 miles
  • 2006 – 43,010 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass191,302 miles
  • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded 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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Oil leaking excessively from engine

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material long pipes

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

24 tests since 2 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass191,302 miles (+6)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    191,302 miles
    Test number
    209427286455
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  2. Fail191,296 miles (+2,122)1 dangerous2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,296 miles
    Test number
    544802796267
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  3. Pass189,174 miles (+9)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    189,174 miles
    Test number
    569354228224
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bold inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail189,165 miles (+4,357)1 dangerous6 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,165 miles
    Test number
    639398640282
    • DangerousOffside Rear Wheel bearing play so excessive that directional control is impaired (5.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions not tested due to blow (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp showing white light to the rear broken tail light (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bold inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass184,808 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    184,808 miles
    Test number
    563447145289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail184,802 miles (+7,952)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,802 miles
    Test number
    550455687814
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded both front to rear brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass176,850 miles (+3)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    176,850 miles
    Test number
    176299480505
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material long pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm 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))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  8. Fail176,847 miles (+7,357)11 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,847 miles
    Test number
    101865463262
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp incorrect colour (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp incorrect colour (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded centre (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material long pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm 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))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  9. Pass169,490 miles (+13,784)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    169,490 miles
    Test number
    746214566959
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

  10. Pass155,706 miles (+29,449)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    155,706 miles
    Test number
    164313474443

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass126,257 miles6 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2016
    Odometer
    126,257 miles
    Test number
    247728535445
    • NoteBoth front lower arm bushes splitting,debonding and displaying slight play.
    • NoteBoth rear wheel bearings slightly noisey and rough when rotated.
    • NoteCorrosion located on all vehicle suspension and metal brake pipes.
    • NotePlay detected within both front suspension upper damper mountings.
    • NoteVehicle battery loose but not insecure.
    • NoteVehicle handbrake travel high.

  12. Fail126,257 miles (+13,367)5 failures6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,257 miles
    Test number
    537764935164
    • FailureBody has a projection caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureEngine mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)
    • NoteBoth front lower arm bushes splitting,debonding and displaying slight play.
    • NoteBoth rear wheel bearings slightly noisey and rough when rotated.
    • NoteCorrosion located on all vehicle suspension and metal brake pipes.
    • NotePlay detected within both front suspension upper damper mountings.
    • NoteVehicle battery loose but not insecure.
    • NoteVehicle handbrake travel high.

  13. Pass112,890 miles (+14,936)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    112,890 miles
    Test number
    215001264164
    • NoteBot5h front and rear number plates delaminating
    • NoteExhaust system touchiing vehicle body.

  14. Pass97,954 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    97,954 miles
    Test number
    746122073161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail97,954 miles (+15,698)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,954 miles
    Test number
    286291973472
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

  16. Pass82,256 miles (+17,094)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    82,256 miles
    Test number
    846885262155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass65,162 miles (+11,287)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    65,162 miles
    Test number
    255401071173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass53,875 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2011
    Odometer
    53,875 miles
    Test number
    221424620162
    • NoteBALD patched nearside front tyre inside edge

  19. Fail53,875 miles (+2,583)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,875 miles
    Test number
    931424920149
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • NoteBALD patched nearside front tyre inside edge

  20. Pass51,292 miles (+1,865)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2010
    Odometer
    51,292 miles
    Test number
    994706129124
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • NoteOff side front tyre inner edge worn

  21. Pass49,427 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2009
    Odometer
    49,427 miles
    Test number
    280137428430
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteO/s/f tyre wearing on edge

  22. Fail49,427 miles (+2,639)1 failure4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,427 miles
    Test number
    850074528173
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteO/s/f tyre wearing on edge

  23. Pass46,788 miles (+3,778)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2008
    Odometer
    46,788 miles
    Test number
    231044027197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass43,010 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2007
    Odometer
    43,010 miles
    Test number
    251582926417

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T38 SYA

Does T38 SYA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T38 SYA expired on 12 Dec 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T38 SYA?
The MOT on T38 SYA expired on 12 Dec 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T38 SYA done?
T38 SYA was recorded at 191,302 miles at its MOT on 13 Dec 2022, an average of 8,925 miles a year.
Has T38 SYA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T38 SYA has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Dec 2022.
Has the mileage on T38 SYA 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 T38 SYA find?
T38 SYA passed its latest MOT on 13 Dec 2022 with 1 minor defect: nearside windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view.

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