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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,800 cc

T748 YFAMOT history

T748 YFA is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 14 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 3 Jul 2025 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 195,830 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Jul 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 3 Jul 2025
Mileage
195,830 mi
At MOT on 4 Jul 2024
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,074 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T748 YFA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,800 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
14 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Jul 2025
Latest MOT test
4 Jul 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T748 YFA was last recorded at 195,830 miles on 4 Jul 2024, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Jul 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
195,829 miles · 2 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
6,074 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 195,830 miles
  • 2022 – 193,916 miles
  • 2021 – 192,977 miles
  • 2019 – 188,736 miles
  • 2018 – 186,003 miles
  • 2017 – 182,414 miles
  • 2016 – 178,013 miles
  • 2015 – 171,012 miles
  • 2014 – 161,926 miles
  • 2013 – 152,780 miles
  • 2012 – 146,073 miles
  • 2011 – 137,351 miles
  • 2010 – 128,179 miles
  • 2009 – 118,072 miles
  • 2008 – 109,245 miles
  • 2007 – 97,504 miles
  • 2006 – 86,491 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass195,830 miles
  • AdvisoryCoolant leakRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryCorroded around servoRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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 Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

21 tests since 4 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass195,830 miles (+1)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    195,830 miles
    Test number
    838548337287
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCorroded around servo

  2. Fail195,829 miles (+1,913)5 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    195,829 miles
    Test number
    218040554542
    • MajorFuel system component leaking fuel filter (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer seal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCorroded around servo

  3. Pass193,916 miles (+939)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    193,916 miles
    Test number
    402439227706
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass192,977 miles (+4,241)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    192,977 miles
    Test number
    856124778048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass188,736 miles (+2,733)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    188,736 miles
    Test number
    721726965625
    • AdvisoryEngine damp

  6. Pass186,003 miles (+3,589)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    186,003 miles
    Test number
    951094521844
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre showing age related cracking
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass182,414 miles (+4,401)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    182,414 miles
    Test number
    986644070996
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust silencer mount rubbers in poor condition
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre showing light cracking
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryCatalytic converter heat shield missing
    • AdvisoryParking brake performance recorded at 17% minimum limits for a pass is 16% attention advised

  8. Pass178,013 miles (+16)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    178,013 miles
    Test number
    685835036372
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  9. Fail177,997 miles (+6,985)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,997 miles
    Test number
    877415138260
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  10. Pass171,012 miles (+9,086)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    171,012 miles
    Test number
    459990795197
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOil leak

  11. Pass161,926 miles (+9,146)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    161,926 miles
    Test number
    577079284144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass152,780 miles (+6,707)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    152,780 miles
    Test number
    977545373121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass146,073 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    146,073 miles
    Test number
    529646862145
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  14. Fail146,073 miles (+8,722)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,073 miles
    Test number
    845986462127
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass137,351 miles (+9,172)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    137,351 miles
    Test number
    919429371179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass128,179 miles (+10,107)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    128,179 miles
    Test number
    173311890119
    • NoteSlight play in n/s/f wheel bearing

  17. Pass118,072 miles (+8,827)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    118,072 miles
    Test number
    102298289157
    • NoteSlight play both rear trayling arm bushes
    • NoteTested in wet

  18. Pass109,245 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    109,245 miles
    Test number
    410369288115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail109,245 miles (+11,741)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,245 miles
    Test number
    462209988190
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • NoteBrake pads warning light on

  20. Pass97,504 miles (+11,013)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    97,504 miles
    Test number
    980811797152
    • NoteBrake pad warning light on

  21. Pass86,491 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    86,491 miles
    Test number
    154635886134
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteBrake pad warning light staying on

Questions about T748 YFA

Does T748 YFA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T748 YFA expired on 3 Jul 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T748 YFA?
The MOT on T748 YFA expired on 3 Jul 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T748 YFA done?
T748 YFA was recorded at 195,830 miles at its MOT on 4 Jul 2024, an average of 6,074 miles a year.
Has T748 YFA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T748 YFA has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on T748 YFA 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 T748 YFA find?
T748 YFA passed its latest MOT on 4 Jul 2024 with 6 advisories: coolant leak; front suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge, and 3 more.

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