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Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,400 cc

T545 CFCMOT history

T545 CFC is a green petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 14 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 26 Nov 2021 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 123,020 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Dec 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 26 Nov 2021
Mileage
123,020 mi
At MOT on 3 Dec 2021
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,617 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T545 CFC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,400 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
14 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Nov 2021
Latest MOT test
3 Dec 2021 (Fail)

Mileage history

T545 CFC was last recorded at 123,020 miles on 3 Dec 2021, 2,189 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Nov 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
120,831 miles · 27 Nov 2020
Between the last two tests
2,189 miles
Average per year
4,617 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 123,020 miles
  • 2020 – 120,831 miles
  • 2019 – 116,496 miles
  • 2018 – 109,024 miles
  • 2017 – 107,737 miles
  • 2016 – 100,722 miles
  • 2015 – 93,658 miles
  • 2014 – 90,445 miles
  • 2013 – 82,999 miles
  • 2012 – 76,474 miles
  • 2011 – 73,634 miles
  • 2010 – 69,190 miles
  • 2009 – 61,789 miles
  • 2008 – 59,248 miles
  • 2007 – 54,703 miles
  • 2006 – 51,068 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail123,020 miles
  • MajorBrake servo defective or ineffective due to leak from blanking cap on pressure pipe from inlet manifold (1.1.10 (a) (i))
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
  • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
  • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear pipe near joint to hose (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryBonnet pull broken but still operational
  • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both quite deteriorated and splitting, no cords visible at time of est (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 29% imbalanced, nearside higher (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryHazard warning light switch sticky
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tread getting low (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside front tyre 7 years old
  • AdvisoryOffside wing mirror cover broken and insecure

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.

  • All tyres worn very unevenly

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Bonnet pull broken

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all rear pipes corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. nearside higher performance

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

22 tests since 4 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail123,020 miles (+2,189)7 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,020 miles
    Test number
    688659664901
    • MajorBrake servo defective or ineffective due to leak from blanking cap on pressure pipe from inlet manifold (1.1.10 (a) (i))
    • 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 manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear pipe near joint to hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBonnet pull broken but still operational
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both quite deteriorated and splitting, no cords visible at time of est (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 29% imbalanced, nearside higher (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHazard warning light switch sticky
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tread getting low (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre 7 years old
    • AdvisoryOffside wing mirror cover broken and insecure

  2. Pass120,831 miles (+4)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    120,831 miles
    Test number
    687705449301
    • AdvisoryAll tyres worn very unevenly
    • AdvisoryBonnet pull broken
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all rear pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. nearside higher performance (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside wing mirror cover insecure

  3. Fail120,827 miles (+4,331)2 dangerous4 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,827 miles
    Test number
    594062419071
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBrake pressure/vacuum build up too slow servo vacuum pipe badly kinked and leaking (1.1.3 (b))
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryAll tyres worn very unevenly
    • AdvisoryBonnet pull broken
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all rear pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. nearside higher performance (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside wing mirror cover insecure

  4. Pass116,496 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    116,496 miles
    Test number
    792211993362

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail116,496 miles (+7,472)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,496 miles
    Test number
    659921708214
    • 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))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  6. Pass109,024 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2019
    Odometer
    109,024 miles
    Test number
    429650081465
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Fail109,024 miles (+1,287)9 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,024 miles
    Test number
    499144715370
    • 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 manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated excessive travel (1.1.6 (d))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass107,737 miles (+7,015)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2018
    Odometer
    107,737 miles
    Test number
    733092786168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass100,722 miles (+7,064)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2017
    Odometer
    100,722 miles
    Test number
    886582823378

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail93,658 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,658 miles
    Test number
    985057445177
    • Repaired at testRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  11. Pass93,658 miles (+3,213)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2016
    Odometer
    93,658 miles
    Test number
    995207345185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass90,445 miles6 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    90,445 miles
    Test number
    635123164179
    • NoteAuxillary belt poor condition
    • NoteBoth front suspension arms rear bushes deteriorated slightly
    • NoteCentre exhaust mounting broken
    • NoteFront registration plate cracked and slightly faded
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear registration plate faded slightly

  13. Fail90,445 miles (+7,446)3 failures6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,445 miles
    Test number
    745772764180
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteAuxillary belt poor condition
    • NoteBoth front suspension arms rear bushes deteriorated slightly
    • NoteCentre exhaust mounting broken
    • NoteFront registration plate cracked and slightly faded
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear registration plate faded slightly

  14. Pass82,999 miles (+6,525)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    82,999 miles
    Test number
    898532883107
    • NoteFront tyres wearing uneven

  15. Pass76,474 miles (+2,840)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    76,474 miles
    Test number
    228444382407

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass73,634 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    73,634 miles
    Test number
    798931281145
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  17. Fail73,634 miles (+4,444)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,634 miles
    Test number
    216581981470
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  18. Pass69,190 miles (+7,401)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    69,190 miles
    Test number
    280792860466
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.D.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.D.4)
    • NoteRear brake discs getting worn.

  19. Pass61,789 miles (+2,541)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    61,789 miles
    Test number
    861801939142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass59,248 miles (+4,545)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    59,248 miles
    Test number
    971384558125
    • NoteFront brake discs ridged
    • NoteNear side rear tyre close to limit
    • NoteOff side rear tyre close to limit, wearing at outer edge and side wall scuffed
    • NoteRear number plate blemished

  21. Pass54,703 miles (+3,635)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2008
    Odometer
    54,703 miles
    Test number
    930772447108
    • NoteAir bag lamp on
    • NoteNear side rear tyre wearing at outer edge
    • NoteOff side front tyre wearing at inner edge
    • NoteRear brake pads low
    • NoteRear number plate blemished

  22. Pass51,068 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2007
    Odometer
    51,068 miles
    Test number
    380324326164
    • NoteAirbag warning light on.
    • NoteRear brake pads low.

Questions about T545 CFC

Does T545 CFC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T545 CFC expired on 26 Nov 2021, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T545 CFC?
The MOT on T545 CFC expired on 26 Nov 2021. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T545 CFC done?
T545 CFC was recorded at 123,020 miles at its MOT on 3 Dec 2021, an average of 4,617 miles a year.
Has T545 CFC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T545 CFC has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Dec 2021.
Has the mileage on T545 CFC 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 T545 CFC find?
T545 CFC failed its latest MOT on 3 Dec 2021 with 7 major defects and 7 advisories: brake servo defective or ineffective due to leak from blanking cap on pressure pipe from inlet manifold; exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits, and 11 more.

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