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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,800 cc

T530 RCGMOT history

T530 RCG is a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 1 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 25 Feb 2022 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 162,298 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Mar 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 25 Feb 2022
Mileage
162,298 mi
At MOT on 3 Mar 2022
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,662 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T530 RCG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,800 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Feb 2022
Latest MOT test
3 Mar 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

T530 RCG was last recorded at 162,298 miles on 3 Mar 2022, 3,968 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Feb 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
158,330 miles · 26 Feb 2021
Between the last two tests
3,968 miles
Average per year
5,662 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 162,298 miles
  • 2021 – 158,330 miles
  • 2019 – 148,176 miles
  • 2018 – 140,974 miles
  • 2017 – 137,645 miles
  • 2016 – 133,289 miles
  • 2015 – 130,439 miles
  • 2014 – 128,004 miles
  • 2013 – 124,945 miles
  • 2012 – 121,841 miles
  • 2011 – 116,128 miles
  • 2010 – 108,294 miles
  • 2009 – 100,301 miles
  • 2008 – 89,099 miles
  • 2007 – 80,371 miles
  • 2006 – 72,131 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail162,298 miles
  • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
  • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

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.

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

  • Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

21 tests since 30 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail162,298 miles (+3,968)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,298 miles
    Test number
    825701113185
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

  2. Pass158,330 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    158,330 miles
    Test number
    289225553656
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail158,330 miles (+10,154)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,330 miles
    Test number
    745963321808
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass148,176 miles (+7,202)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    148,176 miles
    Test number
    439963736309

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass140,974 miles (+3,329)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    140,974 miles
    Test number
    201481008000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass137,645 miles (+4,356)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    137,645 miles
    Test number
    105566373372

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass133,289 miles (+2,850)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    133,289 miles
    Test number
    986232294324

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass130,439 miles (+2,435)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    130,439 miles
    Test number
    389900911370

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass128,004 miles (+3,059)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    128,004 miles
    Test number
    528368844202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass124,945 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    124,945 miles
    Test number
    308657473283

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail124,945 miles (+3,104)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,945 miles
    Test number
    285286773291
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  12. Pass121,841 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    121,841 miles
    Test number
    856788072234
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Fail121,841 miles (+5,713)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,841 miles
    Test number
    736763472283
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass116,128 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    116,128 miles
    Test number
    529167471264
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  15. Fail116,128 miles (+7,834)3 dangerous2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,128 miles
    Test number
    588683471284
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • DangerousNearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  16. Pass108,294 miles (+7,993)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    108,294 miles
    Test number
    990831570206
    • AdvisoryOffside Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass100,301 miles (+11,202)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    100,301 miles
    Test number
    321411559203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass89,099 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    89,099 miles
    Test number
    682113798034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail89,096 miles (+8,725)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,096 miles
    Test number
    851841598027
    • FailureFront Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  20. Pass80,371 miles (+8,240)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    80,371 miles
    Test number
    382231777040
    • AdvisoryLower Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • NoteRear brakes dragging slightly,

  21. Pass72,131 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    72,131 miles
    Test number
    560309886070
    • NoteAll brake discs very rusty exhaust center mount improvised repair nail in n/s/r tyre

Questions about T530 RCG

Does T530 RCG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T530 RCG expired on 25 Feb 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T530 RCG?
The MOT on T530 RCG expired on 25 Feb 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T530 RCG done?
T530 RCG was recorded at 162,298 miles at its MOT on 3 Mar 2022, an average of 5,662 miles a year.
Has T530 RCG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T530 RCG has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on T530 RCG 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 T530 RCG find?
T530 RCG failed its latest MOT on 3 Mar 2022 with 4 major defects and 1 advisory: emissions not tested; exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases; front windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, and 2 more.

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