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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,600 cc

T642 RHCMOT history

T642 RHC is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 21 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 9 Aug 2024 and it has passed 10 of 19 MOT tests, with 125,428 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Aug 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 9 Aug 2024
Mileage
125,428 mi
At MOT on 10 Aug 2023
MOT tests
19
10 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,531 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T642 RHC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,600 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
21 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Aug 2024
Latest MOT test
10 Aug 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T642 RHC was last recorded at 125,428 miles on 10 Aug 2023, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Aug 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 4 Apr 2009: 94,237 miles, lower than 851,374 miles on 4 Apr 2008.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
125,427 miles · 1 Aug 2023
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
3,531 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 125,428 miles
  • 2022 – 120,962 miles
  • 2013 – 118,721 miles
  • 2012 – 114,554 miles
  • 2011 – 109,724 miles
  • 2010 – 103,845 miles
  • 2009 – 94,389 miles
  • 2008 – 851,374 miles
  • 2007 – 74,592 miles
  • 2006 – 64,118 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass125,428 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure4 MOTs, 2008–2013

  • Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

19 tests since 29 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass125,428 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    125,428 miles
    Test number
    475357959590
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail125,427 miles (+4,465)7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,427 miles
    Test number
    503339201514
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon 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 Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass120,962 miles (+13)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    120,962 miles
    Test number
    895416162297
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Fail120,949 miles (+2,228)3 dangerous4 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,949 miles
    Test number
    560758609712
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass118,721 miles (+2)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    118,721 miles
    Test number
    319273503407
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteSome play in inner rack joint nearside

  6. Fail118,719 miles (+4,165)5 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,719 miles
    Test number
    879749393104
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteSome play in inner rack joint nearside

  7. Pass114,554 miles (+18)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    114,554 miles
    Test number
    198307002264
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteFront number plate damaged

  8. Fail114,536 miles (+4,812)1 failure3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,536 miles
    Test number
    619355702284
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteFront number plate damaged

  9. Pass109,724 miles (+71)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    109,724 miles
    Test number
    725692701289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail109,653 miles (+5,808)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,653 miles
    Test number
    226967091141
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  11. Pass103,845 miles (+34)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    103,845 miles
    Test number
    840288200228
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  12. Fail103,811 miles (+9,422)1 failure4 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,811 miles
    Test number
    293277380425
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • Note2000=3000 rpm erectic
    • NoteTemp gauge reading 120-130 fans coming on and temp warning light on dash

  13. Pass94,389 miles (+152)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    94,389 miles
    Test number
    452421409133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail94,237 miles (-757,137)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,237 miles
    Test number
    164104799432
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension 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 Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

  15. Pass851,374 miles (+766,192)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    851,374 miles
    Test number
    310935398010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail85,182 miles (+10,590)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,182 miles
    Test number
    274138088018
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass74,592 miles (+10,474)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    74,592 miles
    Test number
    842128277003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass64,118 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    64,118 miles
    Test number
    671169886062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail64,112 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,112 miles
    Test number
    374498686056
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T642 RHC

Does T642 RHC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T642 RHC expired on 9 Aug 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T642 RHC?
The MOT on T642 RHC expired on 9 Aug 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T642 RHC done?
T642 RHC was recorded at 125,428 miles at its MOT on 10 Aug 2023, an average of 3,531 miles a year.
Has T642 RHC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T642 RHC has failed 9 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on T642 RHC ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 4 Apr 2009. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T642 RHC find?
T642 RHC passed its latest MOT on 10 Aug 2023 with 3 advisories: central exhaust mounting defective; nearside rear coil spring corroded; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing.

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