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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,595 cc

T596 RPGMOT history

T596 RPG is a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 16 Aug 1999. Its MOT expired on 12 Apr 2024 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 106,745 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Apr 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 12 Apr 2024
Mileage
106,745 mi
At MOT on 13 Apr 2023
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,862 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T596 RPG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
16 Aug 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Apr 2024
Latest MOT test
13 Apr 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T596 RPG was last recorded at 106,745 miles on 13 Apr 2023, 4,210 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Oct 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
102,535 miles · 1 Oct 2021
Between the last two tests
4,210 miles
Average per year
2,862 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 106,745 miles
  • 2021 – 102,535 miles
  • 2020 – 97,653 miles
  • 2019 – 92,227 miles
  • 2018 – 84,047 miles
  • 2016 – 75,279 miles
  • 2015 – 69,070 miles
  • 2014 – 67,627 miles
  • 2013 – 66,601 miles
  • 2012 – 65,271 miles
  • 2011 – 64,174 miles
  • 2010 – 63,192 miles
  • 2009 – 62,725 miles
  • 2008 – 61,708 miles
  • 2007 – 60,168 miles
  • 2006 – 57,527 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass106,745 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both rear pipes (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021

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.

  • Nearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Front Inner inner sill corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

24 tests since 30 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass106,745 miles (+4,210)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    106,745 miles
    Test number
    374530920207
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both rear pipes (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Pass102,535 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    102,535 miles
    Test number
    331725304563
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner inner sill corroded

  3. Fail102,531 miles (+4,878)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,531 miles
    Test number
    178337206858
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner inner sill corroded

  4. Pass97,653 miles (+2)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    97,653 miles
    Test number
    805022568664
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth nearside and offside rear shocks are corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre is badly worn on its inner edge

  5. Fail97,651 miles (+5,424)4 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,651 miles
    Test number
    974368835876
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth nearside and offside rear shocks are corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre is badly worn on its inner edge

  6. Pass92,227 miles (+8,180)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    92,227 miles
    Test number
    310322105672
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside front inner sill has a corroded hole
    • AdvisoryRear shocks are corroded

  7. Pass84,047 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    84,047 miles
    Test number
    330102867965
    • MinorFront Brake hose slightly damaged slightly perished (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Fail84,047 miles (+8,768)1 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,047 miles
    Test number
    387252613306
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorFront Brake hose slightly damaged slightly perished (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass75,279 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    75,279 miles
    Test number
    177379019934
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  10. Fail75,279 miles (+6,209)3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,279 miles
    Test number
    103832631320
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Pass69,070 miles (+1,443)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    69,070 miles
    Test number
    299841865040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass67,627 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    67,627 miles
    Test number
    898683724009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail67,627 miles (+1,026)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,627 miles
    Test number
    516472724062
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

  14. Pass66,601 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    66,601 miles
    Test number
    135407213077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail66,601 miles (+1,330)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,601 miles
    Test number
    236407213059
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  16. Pass65,271 miles (+1,097)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    65,271 miles
    Test number
    798539112012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass64,174 miles (+982)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    64,174 miles
    Test number
    497905801065
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass63,192 miles (+467)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    63,192 miles
    Test number
    712304100006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass62,725 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    62,725 miles
    Test number
    151400439463

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail62,725 miles (+1,017)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,725 miles
    Test number
    974028329040
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

  21. Pass61,708 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    61,708 miles
    Test number
    893310318031
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  22. Fail61,708 miles (+1,540)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,708 miles
    Test number
    164940018063
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  23. Pass60,168 miles (+2,641)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    60,168 miles
    Test number
    883859127016
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteN/s/r tyre perrished

  24. Pass57,527 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    57,527 miles
    Test number
    350070736027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T596 RPG

Does T596 RPG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T596 RPG expired on 12 Apr 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T596 RPG?
The MOT on T596 RPG expired on 12 Apr 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T596 RPG done?
T596 RPG was recorded at 106,745 miles at its MOT on 13 Apr 2023, an average of 2,862 miles a year.
Has T596 RPG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T596 RPG has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Sept 2021.
Has the mileage on T596 RPG 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 RPG find?
T596 RPG passed its latest MOT on 13 Apr 2023 with 2 advisories: brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both rear pipes; nearside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil.

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