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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 1,896 cc

T747 LECMOT history

T747 LEC is a blue diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 9 Aug 1999. Its MOT expired on 16 Apr 2025 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 170,693 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Apr 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 16 Apr 2025
Mileage
170,693 mi
At MOT on 17 Apr 2024
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,614 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T747 LEC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
9 Aug 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Apr 2025
Latest MOT test
17 Apr 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T747 LEC was last recorded at 170,693 miles on 17 Apr 2024, 7,591 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Mar 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
163,102 miles · 31 Mar 2023
Between the last two tests
7,591 miles
Average per year
5,614 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 170,693 miles
  • 2023 – 163,102 miles
  • 2022 – 159,840 miles
  • 2019 – 146,025 miles
  • 2018 – 143,309 miles
  • 2016 – 142,798 miles
  • 2014 – 140,670 miles
  • 2013 – 136,535 miles
  • 2012 – 131,036 miles
  • 2011 – 117,037 miles
  • 2010 – 117,037 miles
  • 2008 – 94,753 miles
  • 2007 – 81,081 miles
  • 2006 – 73,340 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass170,693 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Nearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass170,693 miles (+7,591)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    170,693 miles
    Test number
    525355682096
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass163,102 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    163,102 miles
    Test number
    175333657897

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail163,098 miles (+3,258)2 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,098 miles
    Test number
    427253660887
    • DangerousNearside Front Outer Shock absorbers likely to become detached mounting fixing poor modification (5.3.2 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers likely to become detached mounting fixing poor modification (5.3.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play inner rack joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass159,840 miles (+5)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    159,840 miles
    Test number
    717280582895
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Fail159,835 miles (+13,810)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,835 miles
    Test number
    420313053045
    • DangerousRear Brake valve leaking such that brake functionality is affected (1.1.7 (d) (ii))
    • MajorRear Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

  6. Pass146,025 miles (+2,716)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    146,025 miles
    Test number
    908051235957
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass143,309 miles (+511)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    143,309 miles
    Test number
    485502566955

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass142,798 miles (+2,128)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    142,798 miles
    Test number
    164275285941
    • AdvisoryBoth side front jacking point seal coroded
    • AdvisoryNear side rear seat stock cover missing
    • AdvisoryNear side rear wheel bearing slightly noisy
    • AdvisoryOff side rear seat stock cover missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  9. Pass140,670 miles (+2,339)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    140,670 miles
    Test number
    479922154487
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  10. Pass138,331 miles (+1,796)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    138,331 miles
    Test number
    585948804010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass136,535 miles (+5,499)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    136,535 miles
    Test number
    999668113055
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre

  12. Fail131,036 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,036 miles
    Test number
    147770612032
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  13. Pass131,036 miles (+13,999)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    131,036 miles
    Test number
    708690412009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass117,037 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    117,037 miles
    Test number
    775705701012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail117,037 miles (+12,092)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,037 miles
    Test number
    930705560326
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass104,945 miles (+10,192)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    104,945 miles
    Test number
    484425100015
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass94,753 miles (+13,672)
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    94,753 miles
    Test number
    403779658322

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass81,081 miles (+7,741)
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    81,081 miles
    Test number
    671012367335

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail73,340 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,340 miles
    Test number
    820208846354
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

  20. Pass73,340 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    73,340 miles
    Test number
    970208946337

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T747 LEC

Does T747 LEC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T747 LEC expired on 16 Apr 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T747 LEC?
The MOT on T747 LEC expired on 16 Apr 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T747 LEC done?
T747 LEC was recorded at 170,693 miles at its MOT on 17 Apr 2024, an average of 5,614 miles a year.
Has T747 LEC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T747 LEC has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on T747 LEC 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 T747 LEC find?
T747 LEC passed its latest MOT on 17 Apr 2024 with 2 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive; rear brake pad(s) wearing thin.

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