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Yellow · Petrol · 1999 · 1,600 cc

T716 ABLMOT history

T716 ABL is a yellow petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 16 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 5 Jan 2025 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 122,041 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Jan 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 5 Jan 2025
Mileage
122,041 mi
At MOT on 6 Jan 2024
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
23 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T716 ABL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Yellow
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,600 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
16 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Jan 2025
Latest MOT test
6 Jan 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T716 ABL was last recorded at 122,041 miles on 6 Jan 2024, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Dec 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 6 Nov 2009: 91,872 miles, lower than 127,904 miles on 1 Nov 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
122,041 miles · 28 Dec 2023
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
23 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 122,041 miles
  • 2023 – 122,041 miles
  • 2022 – 117,644 miles
  • 2021 – 113,770 miles
  • 2020 – 110,753 miles
  • 2019 – 109,793 miles
  • 2018 – 108,779 miles
  • 2017 – 108,111 miles
  • 2016 – 106,991 miles
  • 2015 – 105,270 miles
  • 2014 – 104,738 miles
  • 2013 – 103,256 miles
  • 2012 – 100,124 miles
  • 2011 – 97,661 miles
  • 2010 – 94,360 miles
  • 2009 – 91,872 miles
  • 2008 – 127,904 miles
  • 2007 – 124,303 miles
  • 2006 – 121,642 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass122,041 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread and rear (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

26 tests since 10 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass122,041 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    122,041 miles
    Test number
    114535468069
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread and rear (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail122,041 miles (+4,397)5 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,041 miles
    Test number
    665711910383
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded part of flexible hose to caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working sidelight (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded part of flexible hose to caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread and rear (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass117,644 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    117,644 miles
    Test number
    845537071479

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail117,636 miles (+3,866)2 major1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,636 miles
    Test number
    433320918908
    • MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  5. Pass113,770 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    113,770 miles
    Test number
    180213921157
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

  6. Fail113,764 miles (+3,011)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,764 miles
    Test number
    668239960458
    • MajorExhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass110,753 miles (+960)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    110,753 miles
    Test number
    674324367448

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass109,793 miles (+1,014)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    109,793 miles
    Test number
    622115300136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass108,779 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    108,779 miles
    Test number
    907467911172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail108,779 miles (+668)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,779 miles
    Test number
    491119065358
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  11. Pass108,111 miles (+1,120)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    108,111 miles
    Test number
    973642510571

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass106,991 miles (+1,721)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    106,991 miles
    Test number
    729424739825

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass105,270 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    105,270 miles
    Test number
    928652293554

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail105,270 miles (+532)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,270 miles
    Test number
    512492669291
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. bolt mising (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  15. Pass104,738 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    104,738 miles
    Test number
    985050294277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail104,738 miles (+1,482)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,738 miles
    Test number
    765759984268
    • FailureFront Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureFront Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  17. Pass103,256 miles (+3,132)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    103,256 miles
    Test number
    705753853241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass100,124 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    100,124 miles
    Test number
    496451912498

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail100,123 miles (+2,462)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,123 miles
    Test number
    189951412374
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  20. Pass97,661 miles (+3,301)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    97,661 miles
    Test number
    827184111322

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass94,360 miles (+2,488)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    94,360 miles
    Test number
    811793010358
    • NoteAdvise o/s front tyre for side wall damage
    • NoteAdvise o/s n/s sills for damage

  22. Pass91,872 miles (-36,032)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    91,872 miles
    Test number
    331350419308

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail127,904 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,904 miles
    Test number
    552236208388
    • Repaired at testRear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  24. Pass127,904 miles (+3,601)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    127,904 miles
    Test number
    814006708307

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass124,303 miles (+2,661)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    124,303 miles
    Test number
    512311777248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass121,642 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    121,642 miles
    Test number
    413421766109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T716 ABL

Does T716 ABL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T716 ABL expired on 5 Jan 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T716 ABL?
The MOT on T716 ABL expired on 5 Jan 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T716 ABL done?
T716 ABL was recorded at 122,041 miles at its MOT on 6 Jan 2024, an average of 23 miles a year.
Has T716 ABL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T716 ABL has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on T716 ABL ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 6 Nov 2009. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T716 ABL find?
T716 ABL passed its latest MOT on 6 Jan 2024 with 2 minor defects and 1 advisory: nearside front brake hose slightly damaged; offside front brake hose slightly damaged; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread and rear.

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