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Volkswagen Golf

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,600 cc

T531 UPPMOT history

T531 UPP is a green petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 22 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 1 Feb 2025 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 99,576 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jan 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 1 Feb 2025
Mileage
99,576 mi
At MOT on 20 Jan 2024
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,168 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T531 UPP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,600 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
22 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Feb 2025
Latest MOT test
20 Jan 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T531 UPP was last recorded at 99,576 miles on 20 Jan 2024, 4,632 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Jan 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
94,944 miles · 31 Jan 2023
Between the last two tests
4,632 miles
Average per year
3,168 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 99,576 miles
  • 2023 – 94,944 miles
  • 2022 – 89,936 miles
  • 2021 – 83,839 miles
  • 2020 – 77,103 miles
  • 2019 – 69,578 miles
  • 2018 – 60,573 miles
  • 2014 – 60,301 miles
  • 2013 – 60,106 miles
  • 2012 – 59,718 miles
  • 2011 – 59,266 miles
  • 2010 – 59,193 miles
  • 2009 – 56,522 miles
  • 2008 – 52,540 miles
  • 2007 – 48,269 miles
  • 2006 – 43,084 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass99,576 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both side (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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.

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2022

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass99,576 miles (+4,632)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    99,576 miles
    Test number
    444911139259
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both side (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass94,944 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    94,944 miles
    Test number
    801616912848

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail94,944 miles (+5,008)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,944 miles
    Test number
    213028016544
    • DangerousNearside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (b) (ii))

  4. Pass89,936 miles (+6,097)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    89,936 miles
    Test number
    318756513311
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass83,839 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    83,839 miles
    Test number
    282635886307

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail83,839 miles (+6,736)3 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,839 miles
    Test number
    196346086184
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases CENTRE CLAMP (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass77,103 miles (+7,525)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    77,103 miles
    Test number
    487596459508
    • AdvisorySlight blow on front exhaust

  8. Pass69,578 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    69,578 miles
    Test number
    638981131859
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySlight pay in o/s/f top suspension mount

  9. Fail69,578 miles (+9,005)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,578 miles
    Test number
    783173615328
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySlight pay in o/s/f top suspension mount

  10. Pass60,573 miles (+272)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    60,573 miles
    Test number
    235129747015
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wipers
    • AdvisoryWasher bottle leaking when washer jetting

  11. Pass60,301 miles (+195)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    60,301 miles
    Test number
    457261434020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail60,106 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,106 miles
    Test number
    488193773068
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  13. Pass60,106 miles (+388)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    60,106 miles
    Test number
    916023573013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail59,718 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,718 miles
    Test number
    308858982049
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  15. Pass59,718 miles (+452)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    59,718 miles
    Test number
    765668982070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail59,266 miles2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,266 miles
    Test number
    555252481012
    • Repaired at testCentre Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • 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)

  17. Pass59,266 miles (+73)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    59,266 miles
    Test number
    749172081005
    • 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)

  18. Fail59,193 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,193 miles
    Test number
    174665380413
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  19. Pass59,193 miles (+2,671)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    59,193 miles
    Test number
    462565080026
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  20. Pass56,522 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    56,522 miles
    Test number
    962132399024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail56,511 miles (+3,971)4 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,511 miles
    Test number
    300092699066
    • FailureAn item not tested (Manual)
    • FailureFront Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • NoteN/s lnner drive shaft gaiter leaking
    • NoteN/s wiper blade split

  22. Pass52,540 miles (+4,271)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    52,540 miles
    Test number
    132304698013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass48,269 miles (+5,185)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    48,269 miles
    Test number
    662530687070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass43,084 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    43,084 miles
    Test number
    631960686076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail43,084 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,084 miles
    Test number
    651080886008
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Questions about T531 UPP

Does T531 UPP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T531 UPP expired on 1 Feb 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T531 UPP?
The MOT on T531 UPP expired on 1 Feb 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T531 UPP done?
T531 UPP was recorded at 99,576 miles at its MOT on 20 Jan 2024, an average of 3,168 miles a year.
Has T531 UPP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T531 UPP has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on T531 UPP 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 T531 UPP find?
T531 UPP passed its latest MOT on 20 Jan 2024 with 3 advisories: front oil leak, but not excessive; front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both side; offside rear coil spring corroded.

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