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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,595 cc

T741 ABNMOT history

T741 ABN is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 5 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 24 Nov 2023 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 159,690 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Nov 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 24 Nov 2023
Mileage
159,690 mi
At MOT on 12 Nov 2024
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
5,858 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T741 ABN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
5 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Nov 2023
Latest MOT test
12 Nov 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

T741 ABN was last recorded at 159,690 miles on 12 Nov 2024, 6,658 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Nov 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 7 Sept 2011: 90,015 miles, lower than 141,320 miles on 17 Aug 2010.

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
153,032 miles · 24 Nov 2022
Between the last two tests
6,658 miles
Average per year
5,858 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 159,690 miles
  • 2022 – 153,032 miles
  • 2021 – 148,247 miles
  • 2020 – 143,156 miles
  • 2019 – 137,641 miles
  • 2018 – 130,328 miles
  • 2017 – 123,918 miles
  • 2016 – 118,378 miles
  • 2015 – 113,043 miles
  • 2014 – 105,014 miles
  • 2013 – 97,601 miles
  • 2012 – 92,790 miles
  • 2011 – 90,015 miles
  • 2010 – 141,320 miles
  • 2009 – 72,027 miles
  • 2008 – 66,747 miles
  • 2007 – 55,594 miles
  • 2006 – 49,889 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail159,690 miles
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorRear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

What MOT failures 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 Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Drive belt worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

27 tests since 14 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail159,690 miles (+6,658)10 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,690 miles
    Test number
    132313961852
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass153,032 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    153,032 miles
    Test number
    175106236397
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Fail153,032 miles (+4,785)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,032 miles
    Test number
    692151714156
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass148,247 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    148,247 miles
    Test number
    332138929503
    • AdvisoryDrive belt worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

  5. Fail148,246 miles (+5,090)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,246 miles
    Test number
    860754774767
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryDrive belt worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

  6. Pass143,156 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    143,156 miles
    Test number
    992969665234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail143,156 miles (+5,515)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,156 miles
    Test number
    310983492610
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass137,641 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    137,641 miles
    Test number
    163369755562
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail137,641 miles (+7,313)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,641 miles
    Test number
    559830571160
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass130,328 miles (+6,410)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    130,328 miles
    Test number
    349022439893
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox fluid (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage pump (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded but not seriously weakened

  11. Pass123,918 miles (+5,540)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    123,918 miles
    Test number
    623201498553
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  12. Pass118,378 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    118,378 miles
    Test number
    412486285846
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  13. Fail118,378 miles (+5,335)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,378 miles
    Test number
    312837274975
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  14. Pass113,043 miles (+8,029)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    113,043 miles
    Test number
    320182492182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass105,014 miles (+7,413)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    105,014 miles
    Test number
    255618484207
    • NoteRear brake pads and brakediscs require changing

  16. Pass97,601 miles (+62)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    97,601 miles
    Test number
    569953783258
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  17. Fail97,539 miles (+4,749)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,539 miles
    Test number
    996730683223
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  18. Pass92,790 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    92,790 miles
    Test number
    789678332319

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail92,790 miles (+2,775)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,790 miles
    Test number
    645651532391
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  20. Pass90,015 miles (-51,305)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    90,015 miles
    Test number
    799290051235
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteWater leak on radiator

  21. Pass141,320 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    141,320 miles
    Test number
    944299920257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail82,784 miles (+10,757)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,784 miles
    Test number
    430329720228
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  23. Pass72,027 miles (+5,280)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    72,027 miles
    Test number
    772615799175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass66,747 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    66,747 miles
    Test number
    684852328228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail66,747 miles (+11,153)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,747 miles
    Test number
    214402628256
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  26. Pass55,594 miles (+5,705)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    55,594 miles
    Test number
    343433887074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass49,889 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    49,889 miles
    Test number
    960235846087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T741 ABN

Does T741 ABN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T741 ABN expired on 24 Nov 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T741 ABN?
The MOT on T741 ABN expired on 24 Nov 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T741 ABN done?
T741 ABN was recorded at 159,690 miles at its MOT on 12 Nov 2024, an average of 5,858 miles a year.
Has T741 ABN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T741 ABN has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on T741 ABN ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 7 Sept 2011. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T741 ABN find?
T741 ABN failed its latest MOT on 12 Nov 2024 with 10 major defects and 2 advisories: exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits; nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt, and 9 more.

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