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Red · Diesel · 1999 · 1,900 cc

T424 BFTMOT history

T424 BFT is a red diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 25 Jan 2024 and it has passed 17 of 29 MOT tests, with 193,795 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Jan 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 25 Jan 2024
Mileage
193,795 mi
At MOT on 24 Jan 2024
MOT tests
29
17 passed · 12 failed
Per year
4,899 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T424 BFT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,900 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Jan 2024
Latest MOT test
24 Jan 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

T424 BFT was last recorded at 193,795 miles on 24 Jan 2024, 2,720 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jan 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
191,075 miles · 23 Jan 2023
Between the last two tests
2,720 miles
Average per year
4,899 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 193,795 miles
  • 2023 – 191,075 miles
  • 2022 – 188,786 miles
  • 2021 – 187,026 miles
  • 2019 – 183,430 miles
  • 2018 – 178,271 miles
  • 2017 – 173,456 miles
  • 2016 – 167,795 miles
  • 2015 – 162,164 miles
  • 2014 – 156,296 miles
  • 2013 – 149,545 miles
  • 2012 – 144,692 miles
  • 2011 – 138,903 miles
  • 2010 – 133,777 miles
  • 2009 – 128,440 miles
  • 2008 – 121,682 miles
  • 2007 – 114,627 miles
  • 2006 – 107,707 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail193,795 miles
  • MajorCentral Rear Lower Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Chassis (Spare wheel area) (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure modified such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced Wheel arch (6.1.1 (d) (i))
  • MajorNearside Lower Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Lower Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure modified such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced Wheel arch (6.1.1 (d) (i))
  • AdvisorySub frame 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.

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Front wing corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Offside Front wing corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

29 tests since 29 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail193,795 miles (+2,720)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,795 miles
    Test number
    606997901430
    • MajorCentral Rear Lower Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Chassis (Spare wheel area) (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure modified such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced Wheel arch (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Lower Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure modified such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced Wheel arch (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisorySub frame corroded

  2. Pass191,075 miles (+2,289)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    191,075 miles
    Test number
    136611520472

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass188,786 miles (+1,760)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    188,786 miles
    Test number
    361579857926
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBoth front wing edges corroded

  4. Pass187,026 miles (+3,596)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    187,026 miles
    Test number
    223471745553
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened mounting (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass183,430 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    183,430 miles
    Test number
    955057727218
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wing corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wing corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  6. Fail183,429 miles (+5,158)1 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,429 miles
    Test number
    676289478049
    • MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wing corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wing corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  7. Pass178,271 miles (+4,815)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    178,271 miles
    Test number
    723334162692
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wing corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wing corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine under tray loose

  8. Pass173,456 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    173,456 miles
    Test number
    933321551684
    • AdvisoryNearside & offside front wings corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake binding on slightly
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipes corroded

  9. Fail173,455 miles (+5,660)2 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,455 miles
    Test number
    164957349631
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside & offside front wings corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake binding on slightly
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipes corroded

  10. Pass167,795 miles12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    167,795 miles
    Test number
    922636672049
    • AdvisoryAuxiliary belt perished
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust hanger broken but still supported
    • AdvisoryCentre/rear exhaust sleeve clamp deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNEARSIDE FRONT STRUT TOP BADLY WORN (BORDERLINE)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside front wing badly corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside rear light damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2,5mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake hose feral corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside front to rear brake pipe showing signs of corrosion
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe on rack badly corroded & slightly damp
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs corroded

  11. Fail167,795 miles (+5,631)4 failures12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,795 miles
    Test number
    868741148568
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion wing (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryAuxiliary belt perished
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust hanger broken but still supported
    • AdvisoryCentre/rear exhaust sleeve clamp deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNEARSIDE FRONT STRUT TOP BADLY WORN (BORDERLINE)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside front wing badly corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside rear light damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2,5mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake hose feral corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside front to rear brake pipe showing signs of corrosion
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe on rack badly corroded & slightly damp
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs corroded

  12. Pass162,164 miles4 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    162,164 miles
    Test number
    818634505251
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • NoteExhaust rear clamp badly corroded
    • NoteNearside & offside front wheel arches corroded
    • NoteNearside door mirror damaged
    • NoteNearside front sidelight dull
    • NoteNearside rear light lens damaged

  13. Fail162,158 miles (+5,862)4 failures7 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,158 miles
    Test number
    168674705279
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteExhaust rear clamp badly corroded
    • NoteNearside & offside front wheel arches corroded
    • NoteNearside door mirror damaged
    • NoteNearside front sidelight dull
    • NoteNearside rear light lens damaged

  14. Pass156,296 miles11 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    156,296 miles
    Test number
    705905504218
    • NoteBoth front side lights dull
    • NoteBoth front wheel arches corroded
    • NoteCentre exhaust hanger broken off
    • NoteNEARSIDE FRONT STRUT TOP DETERIORATED & WORN (BORDERLINE)
    • NoteNEARSIDE FRONT-REAR BRAKE PIPE CORRODED
    • NoteNEARSIDE REAR BRAKE PIPE CORRODED
    • NoteNearside rear light lens damaged
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn to 2.5mm
    • NoteOFFSIDE REAR BRAKE PIPE CORRODED
    • NoteOffside rear shock absorber damp
    • NoteOffside rear tyre worn to 2mm

  15. Fail156,296 miles (+6,751)1 failure11 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,296 miles
    Test number
    756205104275
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteBoth front side lights dull
    • NoteBoth front wheel arches corroded
    • NoteCentre exhaust hanger broken off
    • NoteNEARSIDE FRONT STRUT TOP DETERIORATED & WORN (BORDERLINE)
    • NoteNEARSIDE FRONT-REAR BRAKE PIPE CORRODED
    • NoteNEARSIDE REAR BRAKE PIPE CORRODED
    • NoteNearside rear light lens damaged
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn to 2.5mm
    • NoteOFFSIDE REAR BRAKE PIPE CORRODED
    • NoteOffside rear shock absorber damp
    • NoteOffside rear tyre worn to 2mm

  16. Pass149,545 miles10 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    149,545 miles
    Test number
    938415503237
    • NoteBoth front wings corroded
    • NoteCentre exhaust hanger loose
    • NoteCentre/rear exhaust clamp corroded
    • NoteEngine cover loose
    • NoteNearside front-rear brake pipe corroded (BORDERLINE)
    • NoteNearside handbrake lever not fully returning
    • NoteNearside strut top deteriorated
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn just below 3mm
    • NotePlay in offside front track rod end
    • NotePowersteering pipes corroded

  17. Fail149,595 miles (+4,903)1 failure10 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,595 miles
    Test number
    287775103246
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteBoth front wings corroded
    • NoteCentre exhaust hanger loose
    • NoteCentre/rear exhaust clamp corroded
    • NoteEngine cover loose
    • NoteNearside front-rear brake pipe corroded (BORDERLINE)
    • NoteNearside handbrake lever not fully returning
    • NoteNearside strut top deteriorated
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn just below 3mm
    • NotePlay in offside front track rod end
    • NotePowersteering pipes corroded

  18. Pass144,692 miles12 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    144,692 miles
    Test number
    369977602469
    • NoteBoth front wheel arches slightly corroded
    • NoteNearside front strut top mounting dteriorated
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn to 2.5mm
    • NoteNearside front-rear brake pipe corroded
    • NoteNearside rear coil spring corroded
    • NoteNearside rear handbrake lever does not fully return
    • NoteNearside rear light lens damaged
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn to 3mm
    • NoteOffside rear brake pipe slightly corroded
    • NotePower steering pipe corroded
    • NoteUnderbody tray damaged
    • NoteVarious suspension components worn or corroded

  19. Fail144,692 miles (+5,789)1 failure12 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,692 miles
    Test number
    368797902296
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteBoth front wheel arches slightly corroded
    • NoteNearside front strut top mounting dteriorated
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn to 2.5mm
    • NoteNearside front-rear brake pipe corroded
    • NoteNearside rear coil spring corroded
    • NoteNearside rear handbrake lever does not fully return
    • NoteNearside rear light lens damaged
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn to 3mm
    • NoteOffside rear brake pipe slightly corroded
    • NotePower steering pipe corroded
    • NoteUnderbody tray damaged
    • NoteVarious suspension components worn or corroded

  20. Pass138,903 miles8 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    138,903 miles
    Test number
    349076101492
    • NoteBoth front wheel arches corroded
    • NoteBoth rear coil springs corroded
    • NoteFront brake pads worn
    • NoteNearside front brake backing plate damaged
    • NoteNearside front-rear brake pipe corroded
    • NoteOffside rear brake slightly binding
    • NotePower steering pipes badly corroded
    • NoteUndertray damaged & hanging loose

  21. Fail138,903 miles (+5,126)4 failures7 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,903 miles
    Test number
    675346401239
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureFront Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteBoth front wheel arches corroded
    • NoteBoth rear coil springs corroded
    • NoteFront brake pads worn
    • NoteNearside front brake backing plate damaged
    • NoteNearside front-rear brake pipe corroded
    • NotePower steering pipes badly corroded
    • NoteUndertray damaged & hanging loose

  22. Pass133,777 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    133,777 miles
    Test number
    592477400244
    • NoteEngine undertray damaged
    • NoteNearside rear handbrake lever not fully returning

  23. Fail133,777 miles (+5,337)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,777 miles
    Test number
    262687800249
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • NoteEngine undertray damaged
    • NoteNearside rear handbrake lever not fully returning

  24. Pass128,440 miles (+10)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    128,440 miles
    Test number
    234733009298
    • NoteN/s/f brake backing plate bent
    • NotePlay in both front strut tops n/s-BORDER LINE
    • NotePower steering pipes corroded
    • NoteUnder body tray damaged

  25. Fail128,430 miles (+6,748)4 failures5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,430 miles
    Test number
    480538899116
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • NoteN/s/f brake backing plate bent
    • NoteO/s/r handbrake lever does not return to the stop
    • NotePlay in both front strut tops n/s-BORDER LINE
    • NotePower steering pipes corroded
    • NoteUnder body tray damaged

  26. Pass121,682 miles (+7,055)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    121,682 miles
    Test number
    242902098121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass114,627 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    114,627 miles
    Test number
    583431097143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail114,627 miles (+6,920)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,627 miles
    Test number
    822511497131
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  29. Pass107,707 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    107,707 miles
    Test number
    152200486187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T424 BFT

Does T424 BFT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T424 BFT expired on 25 Jan 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T424 BFT?
The MOT on T424 BFT expired on 25 Jan 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T424 BFT done?
T424 BFT was recorded at 193,795 miles at its MOT on 24 Jan 2024, an average of 4,899 miles a year.
Has T424 BFT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T424 BFT has failed 12 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on T424 BFT 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 T424 BFT find?
T424 BFT failed its latest MOT on 24 Jan 2024 with 5 major defects and 1 advisory: central rear lower vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting chassis (spare wheel area); nearside front vehicle structure modified such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced wheel arch; nearside lower vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill, and 3 more.

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