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Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,800 cc

T566 EJMMOT history

T566 EJM is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 20 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 21 Dec 2021 and it has passed 14 of 26 MOT tests, with 147,240 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Feb 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 21 Dec 2021
Mileage
147,240 mi
At MOT on 2 Feb 2022
MOT tests
26
14 passed · 12 failed
Per year
5,756 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T566 EJM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,800 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
20 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Dec 2021
Latest MOT test
2 Feb 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

T566 EJM was last recorded at 147,240 miles on 2 Feb 2022, 2,268 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Dec 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
144,972 miles · 22 Dec 2020
Between the last two tests
2,268 miles
Average per year
5,756 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 147,240 miles
  • 2020 – 144,972 miles
  • 2019 – 142,423 miles
  • 2018 – 137,712 miles
  • 2017 – 131,011 miles
  • 2016 – 125,621 miles
  • 2015 – 114,362 miles
  • 2014 – 101,006 miles
  • 2013 – 93,866 miles
  • 2012 – 90,428 miles
  • 2011 – 84,739 miles
  • 2010 – 78,043 miles
  • 2008 – 73,837 miles
  • 2007 – 63,349 miles
  • 2006 – 56,577 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail147,240 miles
  • MajorCentral Exhaust system insecure clamp missing (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorEmissions not tested exhaust leak (8.2.1.2 (d))
  • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2018

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2016

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2016

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail147,240 miles (+2,268)10 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,240 miles
    Test number
    493731271434
    • MajorCentral Exhaust system insecure clamp missing (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorEmissions not tested exhaust leak (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Pass144,972 miles (+3)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    144,972 miles
    Test number
    451638924741
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  3. Fail144,969 miles (+2,546)5 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,969 miles
    Test number
    140089583215
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt clip (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  4. Pass142,423 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    142,423 miles
    Test number
    129303132419
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  5. Fail142,421 miles (+4,709)1 dangerous1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,421 miles
    Test number
    783913565191
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  6. Pass137,712 miles (+3)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    137,712 miles
    Test number
    610103754308
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  7. Fail137,709 miles (+6,698)1 dangerous7 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,709 miles
    Test number
    748555215495
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear of arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  8. Pass131,011 miles (+19)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    131,011 miles
    Test number
    555182544359

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail130,992 miles (+5,371)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,992 miles
    Test number
    605612039967
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
  10. Pass125,621 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    125,621 miles
    Test number
    908491671115
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake-discs in a corroded condition
  11. Fail125,621 miles (+11,259)6 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,621 miles
    Test number
    100381009653
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings sill (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake-discs in a corroded condition
  12. Pass114,362 miles (+13,356)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    114,362 miles
    Test number
    744658596921
    • AdvisoryAll 4 tyres low on tread on inner edges
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs heavily scored and corroded
  13. Pass101,006 miles (+7,140)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    101,006 miles
    Test number
    355475964411
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
  14. Pass93,866 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    93,866 miles
    Test number
    898853463253
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront brake discs slightly worn
    • NotePower steering hose/pipe from pump damp
    • NoteRear brake discs poor condition
  15. Fail93,866 miles (+3,438)4 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,866 miles
    Test number
    527593463277
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront brake discs slightly worn
    • NotePower steering hose/pipe from pump damp
    • NoteRear brake discs poor condition
  16. Fail90,428 miles1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,428 miles
    Test number
    646348202146
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteNearside front wheel bearing has very slight freeplay.
    • NoteSlight imbalance on front brakes - offside reading low.
  17. Pass90,428 miles (+5,689)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    90,428 miles
    Test number
    678078202187
    • NoteNearside front wheel bearing has very slight freeplay.
    • NoteSlight imbalance on front brakes - offside reading low.
  18. Pass84,739 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    84,739 miles
    Test number
    598508001185
    • NoteSlight play in nearside front wheel bearing.
  19. Fail84,737 miles (+6,694)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,737 miles
    Test number
    886578801120
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteSlight play in nearside front wheel bearing.
  20. Pass78,043 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    78,043 miles
    Test number
    370909680071
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
  21. Fail78,043 miles (+4,206)2 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,043 miles
    Test number
    493409980031
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteHand brake cable`s stiff/corroded
    • NoteO/s h/brake lever not fully returning on caliper!
  22. Pass73,837 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    73,837 miles
    Test number
    512982588129
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  23. Fail73,836 miles (+10,487)4 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,836 miles
    Test number
    620122488126
    • FailureNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteN/s/r side light appears dim
    • NoteSlight play in inner front anti roll bar bushes
  24. Pass63,349 miles (+6,772)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2008
    Odometer
    63,349 miles
    Test number
    970600637185
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  25. Fail56,577 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,577 miles
    Test number
    140214426165
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
  26. Pass56,577 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2007
    Odometer
    56,577 miles
    Test number
    673864326162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T566 EJM

Does T566 EJM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T566 EJM expired on 21 Dec 2021, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T566 EJM?
The MOT on T566 EJM expired on 21 Dec 2021. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T566 EJM done?
T566 EJM was recorded at 147,240 miles at its MOT on 2 Feb 2022, an average of 5,756 miles a year.
Has T566 EJM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T566 EJM has failed 12 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on T566 EJM 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 T566 EJM find?
T566 EJM failed its latest MOT on 2 Feb 2022 with 10 major defects and 5 advisories: central exhaust system insecure clamp missing; emissions not tested exhaust leak; nearside front inner drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt, and 12 more.

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