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Volkswagen Golf

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,600 cc

T504 PDAMOT history

T504 PDA is a red petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 12 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 19 Jan 2023 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 95,662 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Mar 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 19 Jan 2023
Mileage
95,662 mi
At MOT on 14 Mar 2023
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
3,775 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T504 PDA
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
12 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Jan 2023
Latest MOT test
14 Mar 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

T504 PDA was last recorded at 95,662 miles on 14 Mar 2023, 6,166 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Jan 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
89,496 miles · 20 Jan 2022
Between the last two tests
6,166 miles
Average per year
3,775 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 95,662 miles
  • 2022 – 89,496 miles
  • 2021 – 83,894 miles
  • 2019 – 82,035 miles
  • 2018 – 81,389 miles
  • 2017 – 80,178 miles
  • 2016 – 79,592 miles
  • 2015 – 76,636 miles
  • 2014 – 72,821 miles
  • 2013 – 67,773 miles
  • 2012 – 64,353 miles
  • 2011 – 60,996 miles
  • 2010 – 57,436 miles
  • 2009 – 52,232 miles
  • 2008 – 46,767 miles
  • 2007 – 42,364 miles
  • 2006 – 35,340 miles
  • 2005 – 28,546 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail95,662 miles
  • DangerousHydraulic fluid leaking continuously posing a serious risk to road safety steering rack (8.4.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFuel tank straps corroded

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 Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Nearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2009

  • Offside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2009

  • Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

27 tests since 3 Jun 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail95,662 miles (+6,166)1 dangerous3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,662 miles
    Test number
    112577886432
    • DangerousHydraulic fluid leaking continuously posing a serious risk to road safety steering rack (8.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank straps corroded

  2. Pass89,496 miles (+28)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    89,496 miles
    Test number
    213302745870
    • MinorNearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material and ferules, various places (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail89,468 miles (+5,574)1 dangerous6 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,468 miles
    Test number
    502736998142
    • DangerousNearside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass83,894 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    83,894 miles
    Test number
    420046776662
    • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Front - N/S/R (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear subframe & O/S/R (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Fail83,894 miles (+1,859)1 dangerous2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,894 miles
    Test number
    816034584720
    • DangerousNearside Front Electrical wiring likely to touch hot or rotating parts (4.11 (a) (iii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear subframe & O/S/R (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Pass82,035 miles (+646)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    82,035 miles
    Test number
    402431669137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass81,389 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    81,389 miles
    Test number
    591235802537

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail81,382 miles (+1,204)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,382 miles
    Test number
    772764304060
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

  9. Pass80,178 miles (+586)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    80,178 miles
    Test number
    612982816652

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass79,592 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    79,592 miles
    Test number
    103970912925
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryThe o/s/f tyre is worn

  11. Fail79,592 miles (+2,956)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,592 miles
    Test number
    589207982947
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryThe o/s/f tyre is worn

  12. Fail76,636 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,636 miles
    Test number
    418480985155
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  13. Pass76,636 miles (+3,815)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    76,636 miles
    Test number
    575880185162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass72,821 miles (+5,048)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    72,821 miles
    Test number
    706176074172
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  15. Pass67,773 miles8 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    67,773 miles
    Test number
    105476873117
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteBracket on back box of exhaust cracked/broken.
    • NoteFRONT BRAKE DISCS CORRODED.
    • NoteHEAD LAMP WASHERS POOR.
    • NoteN/S/F wiper split
    • NoteSLIGHT LEAK OF GREASE FROM N/S/F INNER C.V BOOT

  16. Fail67,773 miles (+3,420)2 failures8 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,773 miles
    Test number
    648205273135
    • FailureHazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteBracket on back box of exhaust cracked/broken.
    • NoteFRONT BRAKE DISCS CORRODED.
    • NoteHEAD LAMP WASHERS POOR.
    • NoteN/S/F wiper split
    • NoteSLIGHT LEAK OF GREASE FROM N/S/F INNER C.V BOOT

  17. Pass64,353 miles (+3,357)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    64,353 miles
    Test number
    786454282132
    • AdvisoryOffside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  18. Pass60,996 miles (+3,560)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    60,996 miles
    Test number
    866100481123
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteCut in n/s/f tyre

  19. Pass57,436 miles (+5,204)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    57,436 miles
    Test number
    894955670171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass52,232 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2010
    Odometer
    52,232 miles
    Test number
    102690349152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail52,230 miles (+5,463)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,230 miles
    Test number
    240539539170
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass46,767 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2009
    Odometer
    46,767 miles
    Test number
    852991248118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail46,764 miles (+4,400)7 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,764 miles
    Test number
    223520948434
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Anti-roll bar synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Anti-roll bar synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  24. Pass42,364 miles (+7,024)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    42,364 miles
    Test number
    292104587479

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass35,340 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    35,340 miles
    Test number
    273634776465

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail35,339 miles (+6,793)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,339 miles
    Test number
    824663876112
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  27. Pass28,546 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2006
    Odometer
    28,546 miles
    Test number
    600724055124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T504 PDA

Does T504 PDA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T504 PDA expired on 19 Jan 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T504 PDA?
The MOT on T504 PDA expired on 19 Jan 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T504 PDA done?
T504 PDA was recorded at 95,662 miles at its MOT on 14 Mar 2023, an average of 3,775 miles a year.
Has T504 PDA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T504 PDA has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on T504 PDA 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 T504 PDA find?
T504 PDA failed its latest MOT on 14 Mar 2023 with 1 dangerous defect, 3 major defects and 4 advisories: hydraulic fluid leaking continuously posing a serious risk to road safety steering rack; nearside front steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt; nearside rear coil spring fractured or broken, and 5 more.

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