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Volkswagen Golf

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,600 cc

T49 PFHMOT history

T49 PFH is a red petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 15 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 9 Aug 2024 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 117,341 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Sept 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 9 Aug 2024
Mileage
117,341 mi
At MOT on 18 Sept 2024
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,164 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T49 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
15 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Aug 2024
Latest MOT test
18 Sept 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

T49 PFH was last recorded at 117,341 miles on 18 Sept 2024, 4,114 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Aug 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
113,227 miles · 8 Aug 2023
Between the last two tests
4,114 miles
Average per year
4,164 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 117,341 miles
  • 2023 – 113,227 miles
  • 2022 – 109,209 miles
  • 2021 – 105,072 miles
  • 2020 – 101,272 miles
  • 2019 – 98,143 miles
  • 2018 – 91,217 miles
  • 2017 – 83,781 miles
  • 2016 – 75,697 miles
  • 2015 – 62,821 miles
  • 2014 – 61,334 miles
  • 2013 – 52,945 miles
  • 2012 – 52,864 miles
  • 2011 – 51,996 miles
  • 2010 – 50,850 miles
  • 2009 – 48,973 miles
  • 2008 – 46,749 miles
  • 2007 – 44,135 miles
  • 2006 – 41,422 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail117,341 miles
  • DangerousOffside Rear Outer Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 175/80r14 (5.2.3 (e))
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outside of prescribed area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outside of prescribed area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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 Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn close to legal limit 175/80/14

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front and rear tyres different sizes

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

25 tests since 26 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail117,341 miles (+4,114)1 dangerous5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,341 miles
    Test number
    567877781581
    • DangerousOffside Rear Outer Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 175/80r14 (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outside of prescribed area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outside of prescribed area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass113,227 miles (+115)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    113,227 miles
    Test number
    281663225836
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn close to legal limit 175/80/14 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides

  3. Fail113,112 miles (+3,903)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,112 miles
    Test number
    769680579399
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn close to legal limit 175/80/14 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides

  4. Pass109,209 miles (+96)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    109,209 miles
    Test number
    684572800493
    • AdvisoryFront and rear tyres different sizes
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Fail109,113 miles (+4,041)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,113 miles
    Test number
    892912013809
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 175/80/14 (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear tyres different sizes
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Pass105,072 miles (+3,800)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    105,072 miles
    Test number
    895934745237
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside washer jet not working
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 175/80/14 (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass101,272 miles (+3,129)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    101,272 miles
    Test number
    252144368047
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Pass98,143 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    98,143 miles
    Test number
    809269415640
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  9. Fail98,142 miles (+8)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,142 miles
    Test number
    306863319519
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  10. Fail98,134 miles (+6,917)1 dangerous1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,134 miles
    Test number
    814944286453
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge, 185/70 R14 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass91,217 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    91,217 miles
    Test number
    703264692728
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar 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 rear wheel rim damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside washer jet blocked, Offside jet providing sufficient fluid to clear screen
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured Both (4.4.3 (a))

  12. Fail91,217 miles (+7,436)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,217 miles
    Test number
    680585904810
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar 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 rear wheel rim damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside washer jet blocked, Offside jet providing sufficient fluid to clear screen
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured Both (4.4.3 (a))

  13. Pass83,781 miles (+8,084)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    83,781 miles
    Test number
    546481091587
    • AdvisoryAntiroll bar bushes worn
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear wheel rim damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  14. Pass75,697 miles (+12,876)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    75,697 miles
    Test number
    802532704098
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre perished

  15. Pass62,821 miles (+1,487)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    62,821 miles
    Test number
    747591385124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass61,334 miles (+101)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    61,334 miles
    Test number
    239705884482

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail61,233 miles (+8,288)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,233 miles
    Test number
    227691484469
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteSuspect rear n/s brake pads worn down.

  18. Pass52,945 miles (+81)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    52,945 miles
    Test number
    615473593188
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteTyres perished

  19. Pass52,864 miles (+868)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    52,864 miles
    Test number
    359923762187
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass51,996 miles (+1,146)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    51,996 miles
    Test number
    615836961126
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  21. Pass50,850 miles (+1,877)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    50,850 miles
    Test number
    390665360112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass48,973 miles (+2,224)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    48,973 miles
    Test number
    164923779152
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteDifficult to maintain fast idle
    • NoteRear axle carrier bushes in poor condition

  23. Pass46,749 miles (+2,614)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    46,749 miles
    Test number
    623585678158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass44,135 miles (+2,713)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    44,135 miles
    Test number
    453307277174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass41,422 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    41,422 miles
    Test number
    733507576128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T49 PFH

Does T49 PFH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T49 PFH expired on 9 Aug 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T49 PFH?
The MOT on T49 PFH expired on 9 Aug 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T49 PFH done?
T49 PFH was recorded at 117,341 miles at its MOT on 18 Sept 2024, an average of 4,164 miles a year.
Has T49 PFH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T49 PFH has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on T49 PFH 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 T49 PFH find?
T49 PFH failed its latest MOT on 18 Sept 2024 with 1 dangerous defect, 5 major defects and 2 advisories: offside rear outer tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 175/80r14; exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; nearside front suspension arm ball joint excessively worn, and 5 more.

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