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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,800 cc

T47 PBLMOT history

T47 PBL is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 26 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 22 Jan 2022 and it has passed 15 of 25 MOT tests, with 137,762 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Jan 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 22 Jan 2022
Mileage
137,762 mi
At MOT on 18 Jan 2022
MOT tests
25
15 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,210 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T47 PBL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,800 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
26 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Jan 2022
Latest MOT test
18 Jan 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

T47 PBL was last recorded at 137,762 miles on 18 Jan 2022, 202 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Jan 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
137,560 miles · 8 Jan 2021
Between the last two tests
202 miles
Average per year
4,210 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 137,762 miles
  • 2021 – 137,560 miles
  • 2020 – 137,479 miles
  • 2019 – 136,898 miles
  • 2018 – 135,671 miles
  • 2017 – 133,630 miles
  • 2016 – 131,378 miles
  • 2015 – 128,630 miles
  • 2014 – 125,842 miles
  • 2013 – 123,655 miles
  • 2012 – 121,356 miles
  • 2011 – 119,063 miles
  • 2009 – 114,035 miles
  • 2008 – 102,756 miles
  • 2007 – 89,064 miles
  • 2006 – 73,037 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail137,762 miles
  • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both rears above axle (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both fronts (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rears (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear brake hose above rear axle (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear brake hose above rear axle (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryBoth centre exhaust rubbers broken

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.

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Exhaust hitting body

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

25 tests since 4 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail137,762 miles (+202)3 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,762 miles
    Test number
    525777946516
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both rears above axle (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both fronts (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rears (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear brake hose above rear axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear brake hose above rear axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBoth centre exhaust rubbers broken

  2. Pass137,560 miles (+81)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    137,560 miles
    Test number
    260832293214
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rears (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to centre brake hose above axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to centre brake hose above axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBoth centre exhaust mounting rubbers broken
    • AdvisoryBoth rear brake hoses above rear axle corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside front seat belt slow to retract

  3. Pass137,479 miles (+9)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    137,479 miles
    Test number
    857817473644
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Fail137,470 miles (+572)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,470 miles
    Test number
    496711447995
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass136,898 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    136,898 miles
    Test number
    311379215633
    • AdvisoryBoth outer sills damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail136,898 miles (+1,227)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,898 miles
    Test number
    392167125334
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryBoth outer sills damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass135,671 miles (+2,041)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    135,671 miles
    Test number
    737627635550
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust rubbers deteriorated.

  8. Pass133,630 miles (+23)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    133,630 miles
    Test number
    432833037298
    • AdvisoryExhaust hitting body
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front headlight lens damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre worn inner edge

  9. Fail133,607 miles (+2,229)8 failures1 repaired9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,607 miles
    Test number
    645037613256
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted (4.1.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryExhaust hitting body
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front headlight lens damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre worn inner edge

  10. Pass131,378 miles (+33)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    131,378 miles
    Test number
    500096315289
    • AdvisoryBoth front top suspension mounts have free play
    • AdvisoryDamage to nearside and offside sills
    • AdvisoryNearside headlamp cracked and reflector rusty
    • AdvisoryNearside rear caliper parking brake lever return spring missing
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake hose has slight damage
    • AdvisoryOffside rear caliper parking brake lever return spring missing

  11. Fail131,345 miles (+2,715)2 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,345 miles
    Test number
    642808795199
    • FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryBoth front top suspension mounts have free play
    • AdvisoryDamage to nearside and offside sills
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake hose perishing
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake pads rattling in carrier
    • AdvisoryNearside headlamp cracked and reflector rusty
    • AdvisoryOffside rear caliper parking brake lever return spring missing
    • AdvisorySlight binding on front brakes

  12. Pass128,630 miles (+69)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    128,630 miles
    Test number
    445791225065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail128,561 miles (+2,719)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,561 miles
    Test number
    476743515015
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

  14. Pass125,842 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    125,842 miles
    Test number
    857212624025
    • AdvisoryNearside Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/S/REAR TYRE PUNTURED ?? VERY FLAT.

  15. Fail125,834 miles (+2,179)1 failure1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,834 miles
    Test number
    225852224099
    • FailureRear An item not tested (Manual)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/S/REAR TYRE PUNTURED ?? VERY FLAT.

  16. Pass123,655 miles (+2,299)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    123,655 miles
    Test number
    738516713092
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass121,356 miles (+8)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    121,356 miles
    Test number
    375503712038
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  18. Fail121,348 miles (+2,285)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,348 miles
    Test number
    129780812080
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass119,063 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    119,063 miles
    Test number
    596869311093
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  20. Fail119,063 miles (+5,028)2 failures2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,063 miles
    Test number
    716778111007
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass114,035 miles (+11,279)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    114,035 miles
    Test number
    134753049367

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass102,756 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    102,756 miles
    Test number
    834254108366

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail102,756 miles (+13,692)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,756 miles
    Test number
    451572008356
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  24. Pass89,064 miles (+16,027)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    89,064 miles
    Test number
    491965607409
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  25. Pass73,037 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    73,037 miles
    Test number
    674787846218
    • AdvisoryBrake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Questions about T47 PBL

Does T47 PBL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T47 PBL expired on 22 Jan 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T47 PBL?
The MOT on T47 PBL expired on 22 Jan 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T47 PBL done?
T47 PBL was recorded at 137,762 miles at its MOT on 18 Jan 2022, an average of 4,210 miles a year.
Has T47 PBL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T47 PBL has failed 10 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on T47 PBL 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 T47 PBL find?
T47 PBL failed its latest MOT on 18 Jan 2022 with 3 major defects and 8 advisories: anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an abs fault; exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits, and 8 more.

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