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Volkswagen Golf

White · Petrol · 1999 · 1,600 cc

T544 RDLMOT history

T544 RDL is a white petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 29 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 31 Mar 2023 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 108,056 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Mar 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 31 Mar 2023
Mileage
108,056 mi
At MOT on 17 Mar 2023
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,329 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T544 RDL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,600 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
29 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 31 Mar 2023
Latest MOT test
17 Mar 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

T544 RDL was last recorded at 108,056 miles on 17 Mar 2023, 1,049 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Mar 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 1 Apr 2014: 89,974 miles, lower than 89,977 miles on 28 Mar 2014.

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
107,007 miles · 28 Mar 2022
Between the last two tests
1,049 miles
Average per year
3,329 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 108,056 miles
  • 2022 – 107,007 miles
  • 2021 – 106,726 miles
  • 2020 – 106,256 miles
  • 2019 – 103,941 miles
  • 2018 – 101,970 miles
  • 2017 – 99,961 miles
  • 2016 – 97,298 miles
  • 2015 – 93,590 miles
  • 2014 – 89,974 miles
  • 2013 – 85,896 miles
  • 2012 – 82,907 miles
  • 2011 – 78,812 miles
  • 2010 – 73,745 miles
  • 2009 – 69,313 miles
  • 2008 – 63,622 miles
  • 2007 – 57,980 miles
  • 2006 – 51,389 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail108,056 miles
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MajorNearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryCoolant leak
  • AdvisoryDrive belt worn, but not excessively alternator belt cracked (6.1.7 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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 disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Nearside Inner Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Offside Inner Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008–2012

Full MOT history

25 tests since 8 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail108,056 miles (+1,049)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,056 miles
    Test number
    281895958683
    • 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 hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryDrive belt worn, but not excessively alternator belt cracked (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass107,007 miles (+281)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    107,007 miles
    Test number
    512419049636
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass106,726 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    106,726 miles
    Test number
    912162343610

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail106,719 miles (+463)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,719 miles
    Test number
    899355707618
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

  5. Pass106,256 miles (+2,315)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    106,256 miles
    Test number
    119574558836

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass103,941 miles (+1,971)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    103,941 miles
    Test number
    573879649374

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass101,970 miles (+2,009)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    101,970 miles
    Test number
    780786929664

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass99,961 miles (+2,663)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    99,961 miles
    Test number
    239604508490
    • 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)

  9. Pass97,298 miles (+3,708)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    97,298 miles
    Test number
    502883490931

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass93,590 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    93,590 miles
    Test number
    467334285026
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  11. Fail93,590 miles (+3,616)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,590 miles
    Test number
    135613685042
    • FailureNearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  12. Pass89,974 miles (-3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    89,974 miles
    Test number
    436431094060
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  13. Fail89,977 miles (+4,081)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,977 miles
    Test number
    236107084085
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass85,896 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    85,896 miles
    Test number
    595014773010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail85,896 miles (+2,989)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,896 miles
    Test number
    657214873063
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  16. Pass82,907 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    82,907 miles
    Test number
    427141682038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail82,907 miles (+4,095)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,907 miles
    Test number
    625021582001
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  18. Pass78,812 miles (+5,067)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    78,812 miles
    Test number
    446344571042
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass73,745 miles (+4,432)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    73,745 miles
    Test number
    493426170006
    • NoteRear nearside tyre perishing and cracked

  20. Pass69,313 miles (+5,691)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    69,313 miles
    Test number
    771095089048
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteFront number plate cracked and deteriorating

  21. Pass63,622 miles4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    63,622 miles
    Test number
    551699178089
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteAdvise front number plate deteriorating and cracked close too limit
    • NoteAdvise slightly damp around power steering pipe

  22. Fail63,622 miles (+5,642)4 failures5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,622 miles
    Test number
    134359778029
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteAdvise front number plate deteriorating and cracked close too limit
    • NoteAdvise slightly damp around power steering pipe

  23. Pass57,980 miles (+6,591)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    57,980 miles
    Test number
    133832777430
    • NoteFront number plate starting to deteriorate
    • NoteNeraside rear tyre getting low
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing inner edge approx 2mm

  24. Pass51,389 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    51,389 miles
    Test number
    114167066482
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

  25. Fail51,389 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,389 miles
    Test number
    531387266063
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Questions about T544 RDL

Does T544 RDL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T544 RDL expired on 31 Mar 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T544 RDL?
The MOT on T544 RDL expired on 31 Mar 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T544 RDL done?
T544 RDL was recorded at 108,056 miles at its MOT on 17 Mar 2023, an average of 3,329 miles a year.
Has T544 RDL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T544 RDL has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on T544 RDL ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 1 Apr 2014. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T544 RDL find?
T544 RDL failed its latest MOT on 17 Mar 2023 with 4 major defects and 3 advisories: exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits; exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits, and 4 more.

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