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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Diesel · 1999 · 1,900 cc

T398 GKOMOT history

T398 GKO is a silver diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 10 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 28 Feb 2023 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 228,954 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Mar 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 28 Feb 2023
Mileage
228,954 mi
At MOT on 1 Mar 2022
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
9,305 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T398 GKO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,900 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
10 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Feb 2023
Latest MOT test
1 Mar 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T398 GKO was last recorded at 228,954 miles on 1 Mar 2022, 195 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Feb 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
228,759 miles · 18 Feb 2022
Between the last two tests
195 miles
Average per year
9,305 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 228,954 miles
  • 2020 – 223,033 miles
  • 2019 – 211,708 miles
  • 2018 – 210,808 miles
  • 2017 – 210,423 miles
  • 2016 – 205,575 miles
  • 2015 – 193,213 miles
  • 2014 – 181,267 miles
  • 2013 – 165,213 miles
  • 2012 – 150,529 miles
  • 2011 – 138,364 miles
  • 2010 – 126,758 miles
  • 2009 – 117,418 miles
  • 2008 – 108,190 miles
  • 2007 – 98,833 miles
  • 2006 – 88,969 miles
  • 2005 – 74,747 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass228,954 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • N/s/r lamp damaged

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

24 tests since 4 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass228,954 miles (+195)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    228,954 miles
    Test number
    871653628891

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail228,759 miles (+5,726)5 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    228,759 miles
    Test number
    524312388859
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced FRONT SECTION OF OUTER SILL (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced FRONT SECTION OUTER SILL (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront disc pads more than 50% worn
    • AdvisoryFront tyres different size to rear
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Link rod (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Link rod (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Approx. 2.5 / 3.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass223,033 miles (+90)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    223,033 miles
    Test number
    156395937062
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside track rod slight play
    • AdvisorySuspension corroding

  4. Fail222,943 miles (+11,235)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    222,943 miles
    Test number
    340008996700
    • MajorFront Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken in several places (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySuspension corroding

  5. Pass211,708 miles (+900)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    211,708 miles
    Test number
    427392329399
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • 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))

  6. Pass210,808 miles (+385)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    210,808 miles
    Test number
    183692117132
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded n/s and o/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn inner edge
    • AdvisoryN/s/r lamp damaged
    • AdvisoryO/s/r calliper operation poor and slight bind
    • AdvisorySlight exhaust leak

  7. Pass210,423 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    210,423 miles
    Test number
    397795930057
    • AdvisoryBoth front and o/s/r tyres worn on edges
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyre treads cracked
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryN/s/r lamp damaged
    • AdvisoryO/s stop lamp dull
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  8. Fail210,423 miles (+4,848)2 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    210,423 miles
    Test number
    953470952761
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryBoth front and o/s/r tyres worn on edges
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyre treads cracked
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryN/s/r lamp damaged
    • AdvisoryO/s stop lamp dull
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  9. Pass205,575 miles (+12,362)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    205,575 miles
    Test number
    143400864808
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn inner edge & tread depth getting low
    • AdvisoryN/s/r lamp slightly damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryPossible O/s/r calliper fault
    • AdvisorySlight play n/s rack

  10. Pass193,213 miles (+11,946)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    193,213 miles
    Test number
    507219145154
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteO/s/r caliper poor
    • NoteRear shock absorbers poor

  11. Pass181,267 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    181,267 miles
    Test number
    129209544129
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/s/f tyre worn on inner edge
    • NoteN/s/r brake dragging on

  12. Fail181,267 miles (+16,054)1 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,267 miles
    Test number
    297369644499
    • Repaired at testSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/s/f tyre worn on inner edge
    • NoteN/s/r brake dragging on

  13. Pass165,213 miles (+14,684)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    165,213 miles
    Test number
    307112443184
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

  14. Pass150,529 miles (+12,165)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    150,529 miles
    Test number
    677698632149
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteNearside rear brake slightly binding

  15. Pass138,364 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    138,364 miles
    Test number
    447753251143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail138,361 miles (+11,603)2 dangerous4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,361 miles
    Test number
    345972351195
    • DangerousNail in offside rear tyre
    • DangerousNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

  17. Pass126,758 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    126,758 miles
    Test number
    151450440145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail126,758 miles (+9,340)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,758 miles
    Test number
    960429230188
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  19. Pass117,418 miles (+9,228)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    117,418 miles
    Test number
    684952859110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass108,190 miles (+9,357)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    108,190 miles
    Test number
    344033838138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass98,833 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    98,833 miles
    Test number
    154634247156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail98,833 miles (+9,864)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,833 miles
    Test number
    874858437114
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  23. Pass88,969 miles (+14,222)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    88,969 miles
    Test number
    121471166131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass74,747 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    74,747 miles
    Test number
    944146715218
    • NoteOil leak

Questions about T398 GKO

Does T398 GKO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T398 GKO expired on 28 Feb 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T398 GKO?
The MOT on T398 GKO expired on 28 Feb 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T398 GKO done?
T398 GKO was recorded at 228,954 miles at its MOT on 1 Mar 2022, an average of 9,305 miles a year.
Has T398 GKO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T398 GKO has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on T398 GKO 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 T398 GKO find?
T398 GKO passed its latest MOT on 1 Mar 2022 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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