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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,781 cc

T427 ALRMOT history

T427 ALR is a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 1 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 10 Jun 2023 and it has passed 11 of 16 MOT tests, with 144,762 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Jun 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 10 Jun 2023
Mileage
144,762 mi
At MOT on 11 Jun 2022
MOT tests
16
11 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,922 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T427 ALR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Jun 2023
Latest MOT test
11 Jun 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T427 ALR was last recorded at 144,762 miles on 11 Jun 2022, 7,086 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Sept 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
137,676 miles · 28 Sept 2020
Between the last two tests
7,086 miles
Average per year
4,922 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 144,762 miles
  • 2020 – 137,676 miles
  • 2017 – 134,953 miles
  • 2015 – 129,666 miles
  • 2014 – 120,864 miles
  • 2013 – 113,819 miles
  • 2011 – 109,088 miles
  • 2010 – 103,021 miles
  • 2009 – 95,530 miles
  • 2008 – 78,514 miles
  • 2006 – 67,668 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass144,762 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 Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Nearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Offside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

16 tests since 12 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass144,762 miles (+7,086)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    144,762 miles
    Test number
    811184238699

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass137,676 miles (+2,723)4 minor15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    137,676 miles
    Test number
    191091901438
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorCentral Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated cv boot. (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Bonded suspension unit attachment corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pivot corroded but not seriously weakened (1.1.15 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Bonded suspension unit attachment corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pivot corroded but not seriously weakened (1.1.15 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  3. Pass134,953 miles (+5,287)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    134,953 miles
    Test number
    437163966663

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass129,666 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    129,666 miles
    Test number
    777701185184
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

  5. Fail129,666 miles (+8,802)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,666 miles
    Test number
    518817775146
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

  6. Fail120,864 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,864 miles
    Test number
    708972624102
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  7. Pass120,864 miles (+7,045)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2015
    Odometer
    120,864 miles
    Test number
    807042624151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass113,819 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    113,819 miles
    Test number
    208099103464
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  9. Fail113,817 miles (+4,729)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,817 miles
    Test number
    257918803148
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  10. Pass109,088 miles (+6,067)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    109,088 miles
    Test number
    458604431351

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass103,021 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    103,021 miles
    Test number
    673433330352

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail103,021 miles (+7,491)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,021 miles
    Test number
    352243730322
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  13. Pass95,530 miles (+26)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    95,530 miles
    Test number
    550609039384
    • NoteFanbelt
    • NoteFront disc ridge
    • NoteOffside rear belt marked
    • NoteRear number plate

  14. Fail95,504 miles (+16,990)4 failures1 advisory6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,504 miles
    Test number
    494607039404
    • FailureFront suspension has excessive play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • NoteFanbelt
    • NoteFront disc ridge
    • NoteHandbrake travel
    • NoteOffside handbrake cable , very little movement offside handbrake cable to calliper
    • NoteOffside rear belt marked
    • NoteRear number plate

  15. Pass78,514 miles (+10,846)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    78,514 miles
    Test number
    832675108000
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass67,668 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    67,668 miles
    Test number
    344705686207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T427 ALR

Does T427 ALR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T427 ALR expired on 10 Jun 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T427 ALR?
The MOT on T427 ALR expired on 10 Jun 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T427 ALR done?
T427 ALR was recorded at 144,762 miles at its MOT on 11 Jun 2022, an average of 4,922 miles a year.
Has T427 ALR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T427 ALR has failed 5 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jun 2015.
Has the mileage on T427 ALR 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 T427 ALR find?
T427 ALR passed its latest MOT on 11 Jun 2022 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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