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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Diesel · 1999 · 1,900 cc

T579 LDWMOT history

T579 LDW is a silver diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 31 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 3 Nov 2022 and it has passed 14 of 25 MOT tests, with 131,915 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Nov 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 3 Nov 2022
Mileage
131,915 mi
At MOT on 1 Nov 2022
MOT tests
25
14 passed · 11 failed
Per year
2,925 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T579 LDW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,900 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Nov 2022
Latest MOT test
1 Nov 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

T579 LDW was last recorded at 131,915 miles on 1 Nov 2022, 534 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Oct 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
131,381 miles · 26 Oct 2021
Between the last two tests
534 miles
Average per year
2,925 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 131,915 miles
  • 2021 – 131,381 miles
  • 2020 – 130,060 miles
  • 2019 – 128,751 miles
  • 2018 – 126,766 miles
  • 2017 – 124,499 miles
  • 2016 – 120,423 miles
  • 2015 – 117,011 miles
  • 2014 – 112,022 miles
  • 2013 – 108,257 miles
  • 2012 – 103,677 miles
  • 2010 – 92,717 miles
  • 2009 – 89,763 miles
  • 2008 – 87,894 miles
  • 2006 – 85,291 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail131,915 miles
  • MajorBrake performance not tested Not tested due to insecure rear road spring (1.2.1 (g))
  • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring insecure (5.3.1 (a) (i))
  • MinorAll direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively Both rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Floor pan (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lamp lens damaged
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside front wheel arch corroded
  • AdvisoryRear axle corroded

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.

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Offside Rear wheel binding

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2009–2014

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail131,915 miles (+534)3 major1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,915 miles
    Test number
    701818460845
    • MajorBrake performance not tested Not tested due to insecure rear road spring (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring insecure (5.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorAll direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively Both rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Floor pan (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lamp lens damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside front wheel arch corroded
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded
  2. Pass131,381 miles (+1,321)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    131,381 miles
    Test number
    461686994256
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Surface corrosion to all discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All road springs corroding (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHazard warning lamps flashing less than 60 times per minuet
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Floor pan (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside parking brake effort low
    • AdvisoryOffside rear lamp lens cluster damaged
    • AdvisoryParking brake effort only just met requirements at 16%
  3. Pass130,060 miles (+1)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    130,060 miles
    Test number
    728358706598
    • MinorAll direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  4. Fail130,059 miles (+1,308)4 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,059 miles
    Test number
    766652856867
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorAll direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  5. Pass128,751 miles1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    128,751 miles
    Test number
    496546144098
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  6. Fail128,751 miles (+1,985)2 major1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,751 miles
    Test number
    553395632401
    • MajorDriver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen materially affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm smooth on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  7. Pass126,766 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    126,766 miles
    Test number
    147283805769
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside reverse lamp is not working - light is damaged
    • AdvisoryUndertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
  8. Fail126,763 miles (+2,264)1 major3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,763 miles
    Test number
    120507061024
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (h) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (h) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside reverse lamp is not working - light is damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryUndertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
  9. Pass124,499 miles (+4,076)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    124,499 miles
    Test number
    220906744655

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass120,423 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    120,423 miles
    Test number
    986527704309

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail120,421 miles (+3,410)4 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,421 miles
    Test number
    863830943172
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn excessively on inner edge
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn excessively on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel binding
  12. Pass117,011 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    117,011 miles
    Test number
    737371109134
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel binding
  13. Fail117,011 miles (+4,989)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,011 miles
    Test number
    689567585553
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel binding
  14. Pass112,022 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    112,022 miles
    Test number
    325681104330
    • NoteBoth rear tyre worn 2mm and poor condition
    • NoteNearside rear lamp unit broken
    • NoteRear suspension arm mounting bushes worn
    • NoteWindscreen chip
  15. Fail112,022 miles (+3,765)6 failures8 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,022 miles
    Test number
    845970804366
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteBoth front anti roll link bushes worn
    • NoteBoth rear tyre worn 2mm and poor condition
    • NoteCenter brake lamp not working
    • NoteCoolant level low. radiator leaking
    • NoteFront discs and pads very poor condition
    • NoteNearside rear lamp unit broken
    • NoteRear suspension arm mounting bushes worn
    • NoteWindscreen chip
  16. Pass108,257 miles (+4,580)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    108,257 miles
    Test number
    716302603336
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  17. Pass103,677 miles4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    103,677 miles
    Test number
    307156302313
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • 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)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  18. Fail103,677 miles (+10,960)1 failure5 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,677 miles
    Test number
    618796402335
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront sidelights dim
    • NoteOffside wiper broken
  19. Pass92,717 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    92,717 miles
    Test number
    773318720330
    • AdvisoryCentre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • 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)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteO/s front position lamp dim
  20. Fail92,717 miles (+2,954)1 dangerous3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,717 miles
    Test number
    814898420370
    • DangerousNearside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • AdvisoryCentre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • 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)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteO/s front position lamp dim
  21. Pass89,763 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    89,763 miles
    Test number
    281216909347

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail89,763 miles (+1,869)7 failures1 advisory14 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,763 miles
    Test number
    120076209346
    • FailureAn item not tested (Manual)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not in good working order (function impaired) (1.1.4a)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not in good working order (function impaired) (1.1.4a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth front brake discs poor condition
    • NoteBoth headlamp beam patterns poor
    • NoteBoth rear coil springs poor condition
    • NoteFront number plate poor condition
    • NoteNearside front lower arm rear bush poor condition
    • NoteOffside front lower arm rear bush very poor condition
    • NoteOffside hand brake cable poor condition
    • NoteOffside headlamp adjusted
    • NoteOffside rear brake bind
    • NoteOffside rear hand brake level poor operation
    • NoteOil and water level low
    • NoteRear brake discs and pads very poor condition
    • NoteStone chips in windscreen
    • NoteWiper blades poor condition
  23. Pass87,894 miles (+2,603)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    87,894 miles
    Test number
    573605918385

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass85,291 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    85,291 miles
    Test number
    630906826383

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail85,291 miles5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,291 miles
    Test number
    730566826377
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Questions about T579 LDW

Does T579 LDW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T579 LDW expired on 3 Nov 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T579 LDW?
The MOT on T579 LDW expired on 3 Nov 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T579 LDW done?
T579 LDW was recorded at 131,915 miles at its MOT on 1 Nov 2022, an average of 2,925 miles a year.
Has T579 LDW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T579 LDW has failed 11 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on T579 LDW 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 T579 LDW find?
T579 LDW failed its latest MOT on 1 Nov 2022 with 3 major defects, 1 minor defect and 12 advisories: brake performance not tested not tested due to insecure rear road spring; offside rear coil spring fractured or broken; offside rear coil spring insecure, and 13 more.

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