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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 1,900 cc

T434 LYBMOT history

T434 LYB is a blue diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 3 Nov 2025 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 177,659 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Nov 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 3 Nov 2025
Mileage
177,659 mi
At MOT on 4 Nov 2024
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
5,007 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T434 LYB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,900 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Nov 2025
Latest MOT test
4 Nov 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T434 LYB was last recorded at 177,659 miles on 4 Nov 2024, 771 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Feb 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 18 Oct 2013: 150,598 miles, lower than 154,594 miles on 15 Oct 2012.

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
176,888 miles · 15 Feb 2023
Between the last two tests
771 miles
Average per year
5,007 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 177,659 miles
  • 2023 – 176,888 miles
  • 2022 – 176,174 miles
  • 2021 – 175,664 miles
  • 2020 – 175,081 miles
  • 2019 – 171,871 miles
  • 2018 – 168,822 miles
  • 2017 – 166,365 miles
  • 2016 – 161,482 miles
  • 2014 – 155,280 miles
  • 2013 – 150,598 miles
  • 2012 – 154,594 miles
  • 2011 – 135,869 miles
  • 2010 – 133,896 miles
  • 2009 – 130,070 miles
  • 2008 – 121,194 miles
  • 2007 – 110,985 miles
  • 2006 – 97,226 miles
  • 2005 – 80,939 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass177,659 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryCorrosion to both sills
  • AdvisoryCorrosion to underside of vehicle
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Park brake effort on minimum requirement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2007

  • Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2007

Full MOT history

30 tests since 11 Jul 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass177,659 miles (+771)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    177,659 miles
    Test number
    361715226706
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to both sills
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to underside of vehicle
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass176,888 miles (+714)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    176,888 miles
    Test number
    740657281956
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both flexi hoses showing signs of perishing. (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner edge cracked in tread area. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Lower arm joint showing signs of slight play. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass176,174 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    176,174 miles
    Test number
    130578574541
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Fail176,169 miles (+505)2 dangerous4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,169 miles
    Test number
    272758995545
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn strut mounting (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn strut mounting (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass175,664 miles (+583)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    175,664 miles
    Test number
    752381287140
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryPark brake effort on minimum requirement
    • AdvisorySome movement offside + nearside front suspension leg top mounts

  6. Pass175,081 miles (+3,210)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    175,081 miles
    Test number
    955906940810
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyre treads feathering on inner edges
    • AdvisoryPark brake efficiency on minimum legal requirement . may need attention soon

  7. Pass171,871 miles (+3,049)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    171,871 miles
    Test number
    197862366226
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryPark brake effort on minimum requirement

  8. Pass168,822 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    168,822 miles
    Test number
    980863564157
    • AdvisoryWindscreen cracked but not impairing drivers view

  9. Fail168,813 miles (+2,448)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,813 miles
    Test number
    516209909168
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad wear warning light illuminated
    • AdvisoryLong park brake lever travel
    • AdvisoryWindscreen cracked but not impairing drivers view

  10. Pass166,365 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    166,365 miles
    Test number
    104400968882
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre tread feathering on inner edge
    • AdvisoryWindscreen cracked in zone a but not affecting drivers view

  11. Fail166,365 miles (+4,883)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,365 miles
    Test number
    320400913820
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre tread feathering on inner edge
    • AdvisoryWindscreen cracked in zone a but not affecting drivers view

  12. Pass161,482 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    161,482 miles
    Test number
    563828695198
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  13. Fail161,473 miles (+6,193)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,473 miles
    Test number
    231925011763
    • FailureNearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  14. Pass155,280 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    155,280 miles
    Test number
    379126584472
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteFront anti roll bar offside + nearside saddle bushes worn

  15. Fail155,280 miles (+4,682)4 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,280 miles
    Test number
    945696784293
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteFront anti roll bar offside + nearside saddle bushes worn

  16. Pass150,598 miles (-3,996)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    150,598 miles
    Test number
    957611193273
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  17. Pass154,594 miles (+18,725)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    154,594 miles
    Test number
    216079982248
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront exhaust deteriated by Kat
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  18. Pass135,869 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    135,869 miles
    Test number
    309447981267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail135,869 miles (+1,973)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,869 miles
    Test number
    517587681202
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc has restricted free movement (3.5.1j)

  20. Fail133,896 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,896 miles
    Test number
    480664190288
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  21. Pass133,896 miles (+3,826)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    133,896 miles
    Test number
    572244990286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass130,070 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    130,070 miles
    Test number
    130418519277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail130,070 miles (+8,876)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,070 miles
    Test number
    144837719297
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  24. Pass121,194 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    121,194 miles
    Test number
    201290308270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail121,194 miles (+10,209)4 failures1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,194 miles
    Test number
    901089898105
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailurePower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  26. Pass110,985 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    110,985 miles
    Test number
    332204017204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail110,985 miles (+13,759)1 failure2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,985 miles
    Test number
    151864717246
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteSlight corrosion on power steering pipes
    • NoteTow bar back plate slighty blocking view to rear number plate

  28. Pass97,226 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    97,226 miles
    Test number
    452263616263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail97,226 miles (+16,287)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,226 miles
    Test number
    943763216289
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  30. Pass80,939 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2006
    Odometer
    80,939 miles
    Test number
    414712095166
    • NoteN/s/r bump stop broken
    • NoteRear axle bushes badly worn

Questions about T434 LYB

Does T434 LYB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T434 LYB expired on 3 Nov 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T434 LYB?
The MOT on T434 LYB expired on 3 Nov 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T434 LYB done?
T434 LYB was recorded at 177,659 miles at its MOT on 4 Nov 2024, an average of 5,007 miles a year.
Has T434 LYB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T434 LYB has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on T434 LYB ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 18 Oct 2013. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T434 LYB find?
T434 LYB passed its latest MOT on 4 Nov 2024 with 6 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all; corrosion to both sills; corrosion to underside of vehicle, and 3 more.

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