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Volkswagen Golf

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 2,000 cc

T470 KMSMOT history

T470 KMS is a red petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 19 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 8 Sept 2022 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 138,394 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Aug 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 8 Sept 2022
Mileage
138,394 mi
At MOT on 30 Aug 2022
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,133 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T470 KMS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,000 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
19 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Sept 2022
Latest MOT test
30 Aug 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

T470 KMS was last recorded at 138,394 miles on 30 Aug 2022, 6,302 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Sept 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
132,092 miles · 9 Sept 2021
Between the last two tests
6,302 miles
Average per year
6,133 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 138,394 miles
  • 2021 – 132,092 miles
  • 2020 – 123,408 miles
  • 2019 – 121,918 miles
  • 2018 – 119,840 miles
  • 2017 – 116,934 miles
  • 2016 – 109,058 miles
  • 2015 – 102,421 miles
  • 2014 – 96,131 miles
  • 2013 – 89,881 miles
  • 2012 – 81,378 miles
  • 2011 – 74,518 miles
  • 2010 – 67,305 miles
  • 2009 – 58,852 miles
  • 2008 – 56,366 miles
  • 2007 – 48,363 miles
  • 2006 – 40,765 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail138,394 miles
  • DangerousNearside Front Outer Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure wall 225 40 18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
  • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel handbrake (1.1.2 (a))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases middle to rear join (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
  • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor at grommet area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipe across axle part of flex pipe also (1.1.11 (c))

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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Rear rear brakes binding making it hard to check bearing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail138,394 miles (+6,302)1 dangerous12 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,394 miles
    Test number
    347569027546
    • DangerousNearside Front Outer Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure wall 225 40 18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel handbrake (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases middle to rear join (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor at grommet area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipe across axle part of flex pipe also (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass132,092 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    132,092 miles
    Test number
    640654347559
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail132,090 miles (+8,682)8 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,090 miles
    Test number
    770109396457
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases At rear joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn At front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn At rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn At rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass123,408 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    123,408 miles
    Test number
    610742541822
    • AdvisoryBoth Rear tyres perished
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Fail123,406 miles (+1,488)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,406 miles
    Test number
    789651089670
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Floor holed behind seat belt mounting point (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 225 40 ZR18 92y (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth Rear tyres perished
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Pass121,918 miles (+2,078)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    121,918 miles
    Test number
    282373272514
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass119,840 miles (+2,906)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    119,840 miles
    Test number
    216918896039
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass116,934 miles (+7,876)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    116,934 miles
    Test number
    441783887956

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass109,058 miles (+6,637)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    109,058 miles
    Test number
    144860908442
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  10. Pass102,421 miles (+57)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    102,421 miles
    Test number
    769620538275
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear rear brakes binding making it hard to check bearing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear rear brakes binding making it hard to check bearing

  11. Fail102,364 miles (+6,233)2 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,364 miles
    Test number
    109562185739
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken bottom tail broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken bottom tail broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level brake fluid almost at low level, reservoir damp (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake fluid around hose
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear rear brakes binding making it hard to check bearing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear rear brakes binding making it hard to check bearing
    • AdvisoryFoot brake has excessive travel

  12. Pass96,131 miles (+6,250)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    96,131 miles
    Test number
    296748384283

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass89,881 miles (+383)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    89,881 miles
    Test number
    956774393203
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  14. Fail89,498 miles (+8,120)1 dangerous2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,498 miles
    Test number
    456290173234
    • DangerousOffside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  15. Pass81,378 miles (+6,860)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    81,378 miles
    Test number
    226665962237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass74,518 miles (+7,213)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    74,518 miles
    Test number
    526027261278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass67,305 miles (+8,453)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    67,305 miles
    Test number
    371825170477

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass58,852 miles (+2,486)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    58,852 miles
    Test number
    133948369233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass56,366 miles (+8,003)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    56,366 miles
    Test number
    151635798210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass48,363 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    48,363 miles
    Test number
    334121487269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail48,363 miles (+7,598)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,363 miles
    Test number
    784311087223
    • Repaired at testCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  22. Pass40,765 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    40,765 miles
    Test number
    681622876204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T470 KMS

Does T470 KMS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T470 KMS expired on 8 Sept 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T470 KMS?
The MOT on T470 KMS expired on 8 Sept 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T470 KMS done?
T470 KMS was recorded at 138,394 miles at its MOT on 30 Aug 2022, an average of 6,133 miles a year.
Has T470 KMS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T470 KMS has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on T470 KMS 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 T470 KMS find?
T470 KMS failed its latest MOT on 30 Aug 2022 with 1 dangerous defect, 12 major defects and 4 advisories: nearside front outer tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure wall 225 40 18; anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an abs fault; brake lever has insufficient reserve travel handbrake, and 14 more.

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