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Volkswagen Golf

White · Petrol · 1999 · 1,600 cc

T472 FOWMOT history

T472 FOW is a white petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 16 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 25 Dec 2022 and it has passed 16 of 17 MOT tests, with 155,739 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Dec 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 25 Dec 2022
Mileage
155,739 mi
At MOT on 8 Dec 2021
MOT tests
17
16 passed · 1 failed
Per year
8,180 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T472 FOW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,600 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
16 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Dec 2022
Latest MOT test
8 Dec 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

T472 FOW was last recorded at 155,739 miles on 8 Dec 2021, 7,093 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Dec 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
148,646 miles · 22 Dec 2020
Between the last two tests
7,093 miles
Average per year
8,180 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 155,739 miles
  • 2020 – 148,646 miles
  • 2019 – 139,717 miles
  • 2018 – 134,153 miles
  • 2017 – 129,113 miles
  • 2016 – 121,951 miles
  • 2015 – 111,965 miles
  • 2014 – 102,494 miles
  • 2013 – 95,264 miles
  • 2012 – 86,485 miles
  • 2011 – 76,515 miles
  • 2010 – 64,957 miles
  • 2009 – 54,335 miles
  • 2008 – 43,268 miles
  • 2007 – 34,654 miles
  • 2006 – 27,790 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass155,739 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 Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2015

Full MOT history

17 tests since 18 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass155,739 miles (+7,093)
    MOT expiry
    25 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    155,739 miles
    Test number
    818847612278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass148,646 miles (+8,929)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    148,646 miles
    Test number
    301060508612
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass139,717 miles (+5,564)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    139,717 miles
    Test number
    781210790218
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever worn, but not excessively (1.1.6 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass134,153 miles (+5,040)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    134,153 miles
    Test number
    649365966671
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Pass129,113 miles (+7,162)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    129,113 miles
    Test number
    870146577724
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Pass121,951 miles (+9,986)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    121,951 miles
    Test number
    133863261595

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass111,965 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    111,965 miles
    Test number
    395489765116
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Fail111,965 miles (+9,471)5 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,965 miles
    Test number
    809899165104
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  9. Pass102,494 miles (+7,230)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2015
    Odometer
    102,494 miles
    Test number
    777144334185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass95,264 miles (+8,779)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    95,264 miles
    Test number
    227625113401
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth outer sills damaged
    • NoteRear axle mount bushes deteriorated
    • NoteSlight play in nearside steering rack track rod

  11. Pass86,485 miles (+9,970)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    86,485 miles
    Test number
    767488202181
    • NoteNearside steering rack slight play
    • NoteOffside rear brake slight bind
    • NoteOffside rear door outer handle sticking
    • NoteOuter sills damaged
    • NoteRear axle mount bushes deteriorated

  12. Pass76,515 miles (+11,558)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    76,515 miles
    Test number
    258850811118
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)
    • NoteBoth outer sills damaged
    • NoteNearside cv boot (small pin hole)
    • NoteOffside rear door can not be open from outside

  13. Pass64,957 miles (+10,622)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    64,957 miles
    Test number
    371546500195
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass54,335 miles (+11,067)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    54,335 miles
    Test number
    684270129117
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass43,268 miles (+8,614)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    43,268 miles
    Test number
    273320208489

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass34,654 miles (+6,864)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    34,654 miles
    Test number
    282440727426

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass27,790 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    27,790 miles
    Test number
    741798406181
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Questions about T472 FOW

Does T472 FOW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T472 FOW expired on 25 Dec 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T472 FOW?
The MOT on T472 FOW expired on 25 Dec 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T472 FOW done?
T472 FOW was recorded at 155,739 miles at its MOT on 8 Dec 2021, an average of 8,180 miles a year.
Has T472 FOW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T472 FOW has failed 1 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Jun 2015.
Has the mileage on T472 FOW 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 T472 FOW find?
T472 FOW passed its latest MOT on 8 Dec 2021 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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