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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Diesel · 1999 · 1,900 cc

T522 LANMOT history

T522 LAN is a silver diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 23 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 4 Nov 2022 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 213,770 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Nov 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 4 Nov 2022
Mileage
213,770 mi
At MOT on 5 Nov 2021
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
9,132 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T522 LAN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,900 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
23 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Nov 2022
Latest MOT test
5 Nov 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

T522 LAN was last recorded at 213,770 miles on 5 Nov 2021, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Nov 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
213,770 miles · 1 Nov 2021
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
9,132 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 213,770 miles
  • 2020 – 201,062 miles
  • 2019 – 188,699 miles
  • 2018 – 179,700 miles
  • 2017 – 172,989 miles
  • 2016 – 164,975 miles
  • 2015 – 155,270 miles
  • 2014 – 143,365 miles
  • 2013 – 136,156 miles
  • 2012 – 124,097 miles
  • 2011 – 112,449 miles
  • 2010 – 104,822 miles
  • 2009 – 98,595 miles
  • 2008 – 89,905 miles
  • 2007 – 78,337 miles
  • 2006 – 70,701 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass213,770 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front headlamp lens damagedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryBoth front inner rack joints slight playRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2021

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2016

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2016

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit very close (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Rear brake application slightly uneven

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

26 tests since 7 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass213,770 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    213,770 miles
    Test number
    634991716480
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • 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 Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front headlamp lens damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front inner rack joints slight play

  2. Fail213,770 miles (+12,708)1 dangerous7 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    213,770 miles
    Test number
    978615194282
    • DangerousNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases cat pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • 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 Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front headlamp lens damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front inner rack joints slight play

  3. Pass201,062 miles1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    201,062 miles
    Test number
    323458920428
    • MinorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced (4.3.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases cat pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front headlamp lens is damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryStone chips in windscreen

  4. Fail201,061 miles (+12,362)1 dangerous4 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    201,061 miles
    Test number
    214410983763
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced (4.3.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases cat pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front headlamp lens is damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryStone chips in windscreen

  5. Pass188,699 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    188,699 miles
    Test number
    245252676924
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner steering rack joint has play
    • AdvisoryBoth rear axle bushes are worn
    • AdvisoryMisting of fluid on clutch pipe

  6. Fail188,699 miles (+8,999)2 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,699 miles
    Test number
    190779870790
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both rear (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear axle bushes are worn
    • AdvisoryMisting of fluid on clutch pipe

  7. Pass179,700 miles (+6,711)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    179,700 miles
    Test number
    216341958405

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass172,989 miles (+8,014)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    172,989 miles
    Test number
    882513093735
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  9. Pass164,975 miles (+102)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    164,975 miles
    Test number
    376703428394
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit very close (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear brake application slightly uneven

  10. Fail164,873 miles (+9,603)3 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,873 miles
    Test number
    975010988917
    • FailureNearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit very close (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear brake application slightly uneven

  11. Pass155,270 miles (+177)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    155,270 miles
    Test number
    840048832944
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear bump stops split
    • AdvisoryDamage to front bumper lower section
    • AdvisorySlight play in inner steering joints

  12. Fail155,093 miles (+11,728)5 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,093 miles
    Test number
    116765223018
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault air bag (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm 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)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear bump stops split
    • AdvisoryDamage to front bumper lower section
    • AdvisorySlight play in inner steering joints

  13. Fail143,365 miles1 repaired5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,365 miles
    Test number
    757563334315
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryInner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteBoth rear schocker bump stops split
    • NoteDamage to front bumper lower

  14. Pass143,365 miles (+7,209)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    143,365 miles
    Test number
    776403034301
    • AdvisoryInner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteBoth rear schocker bump stops split
    • NoteDamage to front bumper lower

  15. Pass136,156 miles (+12,059)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    136,156 miles
    Test number
    489187753475
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass124,097 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    124,097 miles
    Test number
    378812752324
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  17. Fail124,097 miles (+11,648)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,097 miles
    Test number
    946252152307
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  18. Fail112,449 miles1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,449 miles
    Test number
    178122541355
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  19. Pass112,449 miles (+7,627)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    112,449 miles
    Test number
    368882641376
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  20. Pass104,822 miles (+21)
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    104,822 miles
    Test number
    430382940355

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail104,801 miles (+6,206)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,801 miles
    Test number
    212861640354
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  22. Pass98,595 miles (+8,690)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    98,595 miles
    Test number
    311765739321

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass89,905 miles (+7,014)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    89,905 miles
    Test number
    830539738392

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass82,891 miles (+4,554)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    82,891 miles
    Test number
    142150558098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass78,337 miles (+7,636)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    78,337 miles
    Test number
    403244577062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass70,701 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    70,701 miles
    Test number
    772216966086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T522 LAN

Does T522 LAN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T522 LAN expired on 4 Nov 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T522 LAN?
The MOT on T522 LAN expired on 4 Nov 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T522 LAN done?
T522 LAN was recorded at 213,770 miles at its MOT on 5 Nov 2021, an average of 9,132 miles a year.
Has T522 LAN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T522 LAN has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on T522 LAN 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 T522 LAN find?
T522 LAN passed its latest MOT on 5 Nov 2021 with 8 advisories: nearside front coil spring corroded; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside rear coil spring corroded, and 5 more.

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