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Volkswagen Golf

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,595 cc

T708 RDUMOT history

T708 RDU is a red petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 26 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 10 Jun 2023 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 62,961 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 May 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 10 Jun 2023
Mileage
62,961 mi
At MOT on 13 May 2022
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,075 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T708 RDU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
26 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Jun 2023
Latest MOT test
13 May 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T708 RDU was last recorded at 62,961 miles on 13 May 2022, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 May 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
62,961 miles · 11 May 2022
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,075 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 62,961 miles
  • 2021 – 59,035 miles
  • 2020 – 55,166 miles
  • 2019 – 53,366 miles
  • 2018 – 52,198 miles
  • 2017 – 48,347 miles
  • 2016 – 39,410 miles
  • 2015 – 33,890 miles
  • 2014 – 31,112 miles
  • 2013 – 27,353 miles
  • 2011 – 21,600 miles
  • 2010 – 20,275 miles
  • 2009 – 18,906 miles
  • 2008 – 16,829 miles
  • 2007 – 14,960 miles
  • 2006 – 13,956 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass62,961 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit of 1.6mm. (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyreRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lightsRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

22 tests since 5 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass62,961 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    62,961 miles
    Test number
    863057163645
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit of 1.6mm. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  2. Fail62,961 miles (+3,926)3 major2 repaired9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,961 miles
    Test number
    181951372339
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn wishbone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high adjusted (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high adjusted (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit of 1.6mm. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  3. Pass59,035 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    59,035 miles
    Test number
    872048016361
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn to legal limit outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail59,035 miles (+3,869)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,035 miles
    Test number
    840069214628
    • DangerousOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn wishbone rear bush major play in it and deboned (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn to legal limit outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass55,166 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    55,166 miles
    Test number
    436716762172
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight lift n/s/f top strut mount no lift o/s/f top strut mount

  6. Fail55,166 miles (+1,800)2 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,166 miles
    Test number
    591880569164
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 175/80/14 88t (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight lift n/s/f top strut mount no lift o/s/f top strut mount

  7. Pass53,366 miles (+1,168)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    53,366 miles
    Test number
    138465075982
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass52,198 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    52,198 miles
    Test number
    305219012894

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail52,198 miles (+3,851)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,198 miles
    Test number
    964060400623
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  10. Pass48,347 miles (+8,937)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    48,347 miles
    Test number
    266107034177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass39,410 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    39,410 miles
    Test number
    285264834675

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail39,410 miles (+5,520)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,410 miles
    Test number
    164291106794
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  13. Pass33,890 miles (+2,778)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    33,890 miles
    Test number
    336107845074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass31,112 miles (+3,759)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    31,112 miles
    Test number
    507441554023
    • NoteRear tyres perrished

  15. Pass27,353 miles (+5,753)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    27,353 miles
    Test number
    489564843041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail21,600 miles2 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,600 miles
    Test number
    148737861104
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteNear side front tyre wearing low and deteriorating cracks on outer wall not exposing cords175/80R14 88H

  17. Pass21,600 miles (+1,325)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    21,600 miles
    Test number
    846797561166
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteNear side front tyre wearing low and deteriorating cracks on outer wall not exposing cords175/80R14 88H

  18. Pass20,275 miles (+1,369)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    20,275 miles
    Test number
    251919860407
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass18,906 miles (+2,077)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    18,906 miles
    Test number
    722710279100
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass16,829 miles (+1,869)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    16,829 miles
    Test number
    762839868186
    • NoteSpare tyre defective

  21. Pass14,960 miles (+1,004)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    14,960 miles
    Test number
    792490077124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass13,956 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    13,956 miles
    Test number
    361896756148
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteNail in tyre

Questions about T708 RDU

Does T708 RDU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T708 RDU expired on 10 Jun 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T708 RDU?
The MOT on T708 RDU expired on 10 Jun 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T708 RDU done?
T708 RDU was recorded at 62,961 miles at its MOT on 13 May 2022, an average of 3,075 miles a year.
Has T708 RDU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T708 RDU has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 11 May 2022.
Has the mileage on T708 RDU 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 T708 RDU find?
T708 RDU passed its latest MOT on 13 May 2022 with 7 advisories: nearside rear coil spring corroded; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit of 1.6mm.; offside play in steering rack inner joint(s), and 4 more.

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