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Volkswagen Golf

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,600 cc

T48 PFHMOT history

T48 PFH is a red petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 17 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 30 Mar 2023 and it has passed 17 of 28 MOT tests, with 104,340 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Mar 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 30 Mar 2023
Mileage
104,340 mi
At MOT on 31 Mar 2022
MOT tests
28
17 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,338 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T48 PFH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,600 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
17 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Mar 2023
Latest MOT test
31 Mar 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T48 PFH was last recorded at 104,340 miles on 31 Mar 2022, 4,197 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Mar 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 2 Mar 2016: 82,252 miles, lower than 82,820 miles on 31 Mar 2015.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
100,143 miles · 8 Mar 2021
Between the last two tests
4,197 miles
Average per year
4,338 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 104,340 miles
  • 2021 – 100,143 miles
  • 2020 – 93,652 miles
  • 2019 – 91,783 miles
  • 2018 – 90,237 miles
  • 2017 – 88,552 miles
  • 2016 – 85,257 miles
  • 2015 – 82,820 miles
  • 2014 – 80,124 miles
  • 2013 – 78,704 miles
  • 2012 – 74,954 miles
  • 2011 – 67,264 miles
  • 2010 – 63,068 miles
  • 2009 – 55,818 miles
  • 2008 – 49,650 miles
  • 2007 – 42,740 miles
  • 2006 – 36,270 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass104,340 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryAux Belt Perished
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Brake Discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisorySlight Coolant Leak

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 Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2007–2009

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Central Exhaust bracket broken

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

28 tests since 21 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass104,340 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    104,340 miles
    Test number
    624978758482
    • AdvisoryAux Belt Perished
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Brake Discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySlight Coolant Leak

  2. Fail104,340 miles (+4,197)1 dangerous1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,340 miles
    Test number
    341266086226
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAux Belt Perished
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Brake Discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySlight Coolant Leak

  3. Pass100,143 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    100,143 miles
    Test number
    282475831907
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement axle bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement axle bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail100,143 miles (+6,491)2 major2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,143 miles
    Test number
    855884587042
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement axle bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement axle bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass93,652 miles (+5)1 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    93,652 miles
    Test number
    263613881875
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust bracket broken
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  6. Fail93,647 miles (+1,864)2 major1 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,647 miles
    Test number
    173424572836
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust bracket broken
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  7. Pass91,783 miles (+1,546)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    91,783 miles
    Test number
    997271931806
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear 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))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear axle bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass90,237 miles (+1,685)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    90,237 miles
    Test number
    877431959045
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryMacpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment fronts (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear axle bushes (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  9. Pass88,552 miles (+3,295)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    88,552 miles
    Test number
    610056500212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass85,257 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    85,257 miles
    Test number
    816662300989
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  11. Fail82,252 miles (-568)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,252 miles
    Test number
    775167206276
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  12. Pass82,820 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    82,820 miles
    Test number
    208220795045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail82,820 miles (+2,696)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,820 miles
    Test number
    395770195073
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

  14. Fail80,124 miles1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,124 miles
    Test number
    728699664199
    • Repaired at testOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  15. Pass80,124 miles (+1,420)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    80,124 miles
    Test number
    915989664137
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  16. Pass78,704 miles (+3,750)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    78,704 miles
    Test number
    478016373153
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  17. Pass74,954 miles (+1)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2013
    Odometer
    74,954 miles
    Test number
    646455322188
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre slighty perished
    • NoteOffside rear brake binding slightly

  18. Fail74,953 miles (+7,689)2 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,953 miles
    Test number
    329744722192
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre slighty perished
    • NoteOffside rear brake binding slightly

  19. Pass67,264 miles (+4,196)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    67,264 miles
    Test number
    867651581119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass63,068 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    63,068 miles
    Test number
    683773280149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail63,068 miles (+7,250)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,068 miles
    Test number
    251123680170
    • FailureOffside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  22. Pass55,818 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    55,818 miles
    Test number
    980973369112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail55,817 miles (+6,167)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,817 miles
    Test number
    483773769156
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass49,650 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    49,650 miles
    Test number
    470244268122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail49,650 miles (+6,910)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,650 miles
    Test number
    483554268193
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  26. Pass42,740 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    42,740 miles
    Test number
    801864467176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail42,740 miles (+6,470)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,740 miles
    Test number
    102764567123
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass36,270 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    36,270 miles
    Test number
    113292306236
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Questions about T48 PFH

Does T48 PFH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T48 PFH expired on 30 Mar 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T48 PFH?
The MOT on T48 PFH expired on 30 Mar 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T48 PFH done?
T48 PFH was recorded at 104,340 miles at its MOT on 31 Mar 2022, an average of 4,338 miles a year.
Has T48 PFH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T48 PFH has failed 11 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on T48 PFH ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 2 Mar 2016. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T48 PFH find?
T48 PFH passed its latest MOT on 31 Mar 2022 with 7 advisories: aux belt perished; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both brake discs; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 4 more.

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