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White and Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,595 cc

T596 MBVMOT history

T596 MBV is a white and black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 28 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 15 Jul 2023 and it has passed 17 of 29 MOT tests, with 167,361 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Jul 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 15 Jul 2023
Mileage
167,361 mi
At MOT on 14 Jul 2022
MOT tests
29
17 passed · 12 failed
Per year
5,334 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T596 MBV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
White and Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
28 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Jul 2023
Latest MOT test
14 Jul 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T596 MBV was last recorded at 167,361 miles on 14 Jul 2022, 1,704 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jul 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
165,657 miles · 16 Jul 2021
Between the last two tests
1,704 miles
Average per year
5,334 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 167,361 miles
  • 2021 – 165,657 miles
  • 2020 – 159,709 miles
  • 2019 – 158,179 miles
  • 2017 – 157,030 miles
  • 2016 – 150,465 miles
  • 2015 – 143,976 miles
  • 2013 – 120,170 miles
  • 2012 – 120,049 miles
  • 2011 – 119,113 miles
  • 2010 – 117,632 miles
  • 2009 – 115,417 miles
  • 2008 – 113,066 miles
  • 2007 – 106,502 miles
  • 2006 – 95,067 miles
  • 2005 – 76,671 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass167,361 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively Slightly Noisy (6.1.7 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

What MOT advisories 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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Oil leak, but not excessive Engine

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2013

Full MOT history

29 tests since 13 Jul 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass167,361 miles3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    167,361 miles
    Test number
    421856982254
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively Slightly Noisy (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail167,361 miles (+1,704)2 major3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,361 miles
    Test number
    692397193366
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively Slightly Noisy (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass165,657 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    165,657 miles
    Test number
    954824743695
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail165,657 miles (+5,948)6 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,657 miles
    Test number
    360539240028
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass159,709 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    159,709 miles
    Test number
    838866375936

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail159,709 miles (+1,530)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,709 miles
    Test number
    514535101401
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass158,179 miles (+1,149)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    158,179 miles
    Test number
    914146003471

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass157,030 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    157,030 miles
    Test number
    907768807138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail157,030 miles (+6,565)2 failures1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,030 miles
    Test number
    598177973006
    • FailureNearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureOffside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high both sides (1.8)

  10. Pass150,465 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2017
    Odometer
    150,465 miles
    Test number
    108284859975

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail150,465 miles (+6,489)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,465 miles
    Test number
    662145351861
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too low n/s and o/s (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureSuspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush n/s and o/s front (2.4.G.2)

  12. Fail143,976 miles4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,976 miles
    Test number
    907750145192
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  13. Pass143,976 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2016
    Odometer
    143,976 miles
    Test number
    978850545144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. FailMileage not read1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    219273534400
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  15. PassMileage not read2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2015
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    906723034110
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  16. Pass120,170 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    120,170 miles
    Test number
    418245713128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail120,166 miles (+117)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,166 miles
    Test number
    349769103189
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  18. Pass120,049 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    120,049 miles
    Test number
    378507562117
    • NoteNsf tyre on 2 mm rec new luift in both front strut tops

  19. Fail120,049 miles (+936)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,049 miles
    Test number
    408454362143
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • NoteNsf tyre on 2 mm rec new luift in both front strut tops

  20. Pass119,113 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2012
    Odometer
    119,113 miles
    Test number
    375712631155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail119,113 miles (+1,481)1 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,113 miles
    Test number
    416900231198
    • DangerousRear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

  22. Pass117,632 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2011
    Odometer
    117,632 miles
    Test number
    811273830113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail117,632 miles (+2,215)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,632 miles
    Test number
    852570030176
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

  24. Pass115,417 miles (+2,351)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2010
    Odometer
    115,417 miles
    Test number
    222512049113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass113,066 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    113,066 miles
    Test number
    183505468118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail113,066 miles (+6,564)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,066 miles
    Test number
    823584968175
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

  27. Pass106,502 miles (+11,435)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    106,502 miles
    Test number
    552766867103
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  28. Pass95,067 miles (+18,396)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    95,067 miles
    Test number
    304854786106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass76,671 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2006
    Odometer
    76,671 miles
    Test number
    560194195181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T596 MBV

Does T596 MBV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T596 MBV expired on 15 Jul 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T596 MBV?
The MOT on T596 MBV expired on 15 Jul 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T596 MBV done?
T596 MBV was recorded at 167,361 miles at its MOT on 14 Jul 2022, an average of 5,334 miles a year.
Has T596 MBV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T596 MBV has failed 12 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Jul 2022.
Has the mileage on T596 MBV 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 T596 MBV find?
T596 MBV passed its latest MOT on 14 Jul 2022 with 3 minor defects and 6 advisories: battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier; nearside front outer track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; nearside rear brake hose slightly damaged, and 6 more.

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