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Volkswagen Golf

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,600 cc

T532 PBLMOT history

T532 PBL is a red petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 22 Dec 2022 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 122,650 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Jan 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 22 Dec 2022
Mileage
122,650 mi
At MOT on 9 Jan 2023
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,584 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T532 PBL
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
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Dec 2022
Latest MOT test
9 Jan 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

T532 PBL was last recorded at 122,650 miles on 9 Jan 2023, 9,857 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Dec 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 25 Feb 2013: 77,446 miles, lower than 77,456 miles on 22 Feb 2013.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
112,793 miles · 23 Dec 2021
Between the last two tests
9,857 miles
Average per year
4,584 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 122,650 miles
  • 2021 – 112,793 miles
  • 2020 – 107,905 miles
  • 2019 – 104,977 miles
  • 2018 – 100,400 miles
  • 2017 – 96,312 miles
  • 2016 – 92,085 miles
  • 2015 – 87,476 miles
  • 2014 – 82,583 miles
  • 2013 – 77,446 miles
  • 2012 – 73,582 miles
  • 2011 – 69,440 miles
  • 2010 – 63,395 miles
  • 2009 – 60,360 miles
  • 2008 – 56,173 miles
  • 2007 – 51,556 miles
  • 2006 – 45,366 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail122,650 miles
  • DangerousNearside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
  • MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
  • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension rod ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
  • MinorOffside Front Obligatory indirect vision device slightly damaged damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing worn close to limit (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing worn close to limit (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryReversing lamp not working

What MOT failures mean

Full MOT history

20 tests since 1 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail122,650 miles (+9,857)5 dangerous10 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,650 miles
    Test number
    494743136588
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension rod ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory indirect vision device slightly damaged damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing worn close to limit (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing worn close to limit (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryReversing lamp not working

  2. Pass112,793 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    112,793 miles
    Test number
    460123406673
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Fail112,793 miles (+4,888)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,793 miles
    Test number
    924053322541
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Pass107,905 miles (+2,928)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    107,905 miles
    Test number
    237864166207
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass104,977 miles (+4,577)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    104,977 miles
    Test number
    255830410431
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing inner edge

  6. Pass100,400 miles (+4,088)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    100,400 miles
    Test number
    590988569825
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads starting to get low
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner steering rack joint slight play

  7. Pass96,312 miles (+4,227)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    96,312 miles
    Test number
    169146439517
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake pad getting low
    • AdvisoryAll brake discs worn

  8. Pass92,085 miles (+4,609)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    92,085 miles
    Test number
    776812500019
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment both sides (2.5.A.1c)

  9. Pass87,476 miles (+4,893)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    87,476 miles
    Test number
    807398565052
    • 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)

  10. Pass82,583 miles (+5,137)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    82,583 miles
    Test number
    145729354419
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/s/f tyre wearing inner edge

  11. Pass77,446 miles (-10)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    77,446 miles
    Test number
    765186253098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail77,456 miles (+3,874)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,456 miles
    Test number
    315533553096
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  13. Pass73,582 miles (+4,142)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    73,582 miles
    Test number
    158895152028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass69,440 miles (+6,045)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    69,440 miles
    Test number
    168445051062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass63,395 miles (+3,035)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    63,395 miles
    Test number
    170659840086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass60,360 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    60,360 miles
    Test number
    741887159039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail60,360 miles (+4,187)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,360 miles
    Test number
    773387159051
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  18. Pass56,173 miles (+4,617)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    56,173 miles
    Test number
    531529958085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass51,556 miles (+6,190)
    MOT expiry
    29 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    51,556 miles
    Test number
    632769657003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass45,366 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    45,366 miles
    Test number
    314880066060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T532 PBL

Does T532 PBL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T532 PBL expired on 22 Dec 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T532 PBL?
The MOT on T532 PBL expired on 22 Dec 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T532 PBL done?
T532 PBL was recorded at 122,650 miles at its MOT on 9 Jan 2023, an average of 4,584 miles a year.
Has T532 PBL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T532 PBL has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on T532 PBL ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 25 Feb 2013. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T532 PBL find?
T532 PBL failed its latest MOT on 9 Jan 2023 with 5 dangerous defects, 10 major defects, 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: nearside front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened; nearside front brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick; offside front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened, and 17 more.

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