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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,800 cc

T741 ALOMOT history

T741 ALO is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 13 Aug 1999. Its MOT expired on 18 Apr 2024 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 105,424 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Apr 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 18 Apr 2024
Mileage
105,424 mi
At MOT on 19 Apr 2023
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,558 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T741 ALO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,800 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
13 Aug 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Apr 2024
Latest MOT test
19 Apr 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T741 ALO was last recorded at 105,424 miles on 19 Apr 2023, 9,671 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Feb 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
95,753 miles · 8 Feb 2022
Between the last two tests
9,671 miles
Average per year
4,558 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 105,424 miles
  • 2022 – 95,753 miles
  • 2021 – 84,412 miles
  • 2020 – 73,081 miles
  • 2019 – 70,078 miles
  • 2018 – 64,313 miles
  • 2017 – 60,300 miles
  • 2016 – 58,370 miles
  • 2015 – 55,274 miles
  • 2014 – 51,087 miles
  • 2013 – 45,772 miles
  • 2012 – 40,149 miles
  • 2011 – 36,889 miles
  • 2010 – 33,411 miles
  • 2009 – 31,350 miles
  • 2008 – 28,317 miles
  • 2007 – 27,021 miles
  • 2006 – 25,710 miles
  • 2005 – 24,824 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass105,424 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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.

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2016

Full MOT history

25 tests since 12 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass105,424 miles (+9,671)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    105,424 miles
    Test number
    425397164984
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass95,753 miles (+11,341)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    95,753 miles
    Test number
    767878256503
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  3. Pass84,412 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    84,412 miles
    Test number
    823890137458
    • MinorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail84,412 miles (+11,331)1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,412 miles
    Test number
    554850389919
    • Repaired at testOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass73,081 miles (+3,003)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    73,081 miles
    Test number
    961338354266
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone REAR BUSH, split and worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) LOTS OF PLAY IN RACK JOINT
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone REAR BUSH,is split and worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre ON LIMIT LINE OF REPAIR...full set of new dunlops fitted..

  6. Pass70,078 miles (+5,765)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    70,078 miles
    Test number
    163568933888
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) inner tie arm ball joint
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement axle bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement close! (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement axle bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass64,313 miles (+4,013)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    64,313 miles
    Test number
    934888574985
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre wearing on outer edge
    • AdvisoryAll four tyres are perishing

  8. Pass60,300 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    60,300 miles
    Test number
    905579694165
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

  9. Fail60,300 miles (+1,930)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,300 miles
    Test number
    778291010201
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

  10. Pass58,370 miles (+3,096)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    58,370 miles
    Test number
    239229155743
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside front inner steering rack joint worn

  11. Pass55,274 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    55,274 miles
    Test number
    148206615489
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  12. Fail55,274 miles (+4,187)1 repaired1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,274 miles
    Test number
    735496915034
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  13. Pass51,087 miles (+5,315)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    51,087 miles
    Test number
    735291614059
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  14. Pass45,772 miles (+5,623)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    45,772 miles
    Test number
    206212213070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail40,149 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,149 miles
    Test number
    709434912065
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  16. Pass40,149 miles (+3,260)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    40,149 miles
    Test number
    927384212017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail36,889 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,889 miles
    Test number
    409142321077
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  18. Pass36,889 miles (+3,478)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    36,889 miles
    Test number
    847052221029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass33,411 miles (+2,061)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    33,411 miles
    Test number
    241967030004
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteBoth inner CV gaiters outer clips missing
    • NoteSlight AIRCON leak
    • NoteSmall stonechips over windscreen

  20. Pass31,350 miles (+3,033)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    31,350 miles
    Test number
    882026169079
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteBoth inner cv gaiter securing clips missing
    • NoteNail in o/s/rear tyre (unrepairable position)
    • NoteSlight air-con leak

  21. Pass28,317 miles (+1,296)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    28,317 miles
    Test number
    713092628246
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

  22. Pass27,021 miles (+1,311)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    27,021 miles
    Test number
    801393827201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail25,710 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,710 miles
    Test number
    312557816493
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  24. Pass25,710 miles (+886)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    25,710 miles
    Test number
    970427716210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass24,824 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    24,824 miles
    Test number
    273584125229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T741 ALO

Does T741 ALO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T741 ALO expired on 18 Apr 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T741 ALO?
The MOT on T741 ALO expired on 18 Apr 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T741 ALO done?
T741 ALO was recorded at 105,424 miles at its MOT on 19 Apr 2023, an average of 4,558 miles a year.
Has T741 ALO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T741 ALO has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Feb 2021.
Has the mileage on T741 ALO 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 T741 ALO find?
T741 ALO passed its latest MOT on 19 Apr 2023 with 1 advisory: rear coil spring corroded.

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