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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,800 cc

T482 MBUMOT history

T482 MBU is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 7 Jan 2023 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 219,265 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jan 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 7 Jan 2023
Mileage
219,265 mi
At MOT on 8 Jan 2022
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
8,620 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T482 MBU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,800 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Jan 2023
Latest MOT test
8 Jan 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T482 MBU was last recorded at 219,265 miles on 8 Jan 2022, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 May 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
219,265 miles · 17 May 2021
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
8,620 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 219,265 miles
  • 2021 – 219,265 miles
  • 2020 – 219,265 miles
  • 2018 – 217,314 miles
  • 2017 – 211,361 miles
  • 2016 – 204,958 miles
  • 2015 – 201,398 miles
  • 2014 – 194,966 miles
  • 2013 – 187,787 miles
  • 2012 – 180,123 miles
  • 2011 – 170,003 miles
  • 2010 – 159,511 miles
  • 2009 – 144,714 miles
  • 2008 – 128,777 miles
  • 2007 – 110,593 miles
  • 2006 – 94,325 miles
  • 2005 – 80,064 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass219,265 miles
  • AdvisoryElectronic stability control warning lamp not working (7.12 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2013

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Dangerous3 MOTs, 2010–2013

  • Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Fluid leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

24 tests since 15 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass219,265 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    219,265 miles
    Test number
    175405802231
    • AdvisoryElectronic stability control warning lamp not working (7.12 (e))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail219,265 miles1 dangerous14 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    219,265 miles
    Test number
    891232333187
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorAll direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorElectronic stability control switch not functioning correctly (7.12 (d))
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorHazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))
    • MajorHeadlamp not working on main beam offside and nearside (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorMain beam tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryElectronic stability control warning lamp not working (7.12 (e))
    • AdvisoryEngine malfunction indicator light not working (pre 2003)

  3. Pass219,265 miles (+1,951)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    219,265 miles
    Test number
    920186839622
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  4. Pass217,314 miles (+37)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    217,314 miles
    Test number
    923453689036
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail217,277 miles (+5,916)4 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    217,277 miles
    Test number
    786827758428
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass211,361 miles (+65)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    211,361 miles
    Test number
    786182624723
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  7. Fail211,296 miles (+6,338)1 dangerous5 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    211,296 miles
    Test number
    406887901669
    • DangerousGearbox locks up
    • FailureExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (7.1.3)
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp incorrect colour side light (1.7.5b)
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryGearbox not attached properly

  8. Pass204,958 miles (+3,560)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    204,958 miles
    Test number
    337714240359

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass201,398 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    201,398 miles
    Test number
    168499816239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail201,398 miles (+6,432)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    201,398 miles
    Test number
    367121125549
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  11. Pass194,966 miles (+7,179)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    194,966 miles
    Test number
    179828924385

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass187,787 miles (+112)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    187,787 miles
    Test number
    479579623363
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Fail187,675 miles (+7,552)7 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,675 miles
    Test number
    356006623368
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass180,123 miles (+45)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    180,123 miles
    Test number
    849181132324
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  15. Fail180,078 miles (+10,075)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,078 miles
    Test number
    109519122325
    • FailureCentre Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  16. Pass170,003 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    170,003 miles
    Test number
    148060431362
    • NoteExhaust heat shield in centre is loose.

  17. Fail170,003 miles (+10,492)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,003 miles
    Test number
    989767421364
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteExhaust heat shield in centre is loose.

  18. Pass159,511 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    159,511 miles
    Test number
    344613520323
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Fail159,511 miles (+14,797)1 dangerous3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,511 miles
    Test number
    244513820317
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass144,714 miles (+15,937)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    144,714 miles
    Test number
    393907819313

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass128,777 miles (+18,184)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    128,777 miles
    Test number
    513716328334
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass110,593 miles (+16,268)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    110,593 miles
    Test number
    604353827389

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass94,325 miles (+14,261)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    94,325 miles
    Test number
    490824016369

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass80,064 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    80,064 miles
    Test number
    284419915362

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T482 MBU

Does T482 MBU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T482 MBU expired on 7 Jan 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T482 MBU?
The MOT on T482 MBU expired on 7 Jan 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T482 MBU done?
T482 MBU was recorded at 219,265 miles at its MOT on 8 Jan 2022, an average of 8,620 miles a year.
Has T482 MBU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T482 MBU has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 17 May 2021.
Has the mileage on T482 MBU 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 T482 MBU find?
T482 MBU passed its latest MOT on 8 Jan 2022 with 8 advisories: electronic stability control warning lamp not working; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; exhaust noisy, and 5 more.

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