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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,600 cc

T768 VKEMOT history

T768 VKE is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 10 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 21 Nov 2023 and it has passed 18 of 29 MOT tests, with 136,984 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Nov 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 21 Nov 2023
Mileage
136,984 mi
At MOT on 21 Nov 2023
MOT tests
29
18 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,404 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T768 VKE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,600 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
10 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Nov 2023
Latest MOT test
21 Nov 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

T768 VKE was last recorded at 136,984 miles on 21 Nov 2023, 4,498 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Nov 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
132,486 miles · 22 Nov 2022
Between the last two tests
4,498 miles
Average per year
4,404 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 136,984 miles
  • 2022 – 132,486 miles
  • 2021 – 123,470 miles
  • 2020 – 120,176 miles
  • 2019 – 116,862 miles
  • 2018 – 108,172 miles
  • 2017 – 99,138 miles
  • 2016 – 95,760 miles
  • 2015 – 90,295 miles
  • 2014 – 85,179 miles
  • 2013 – 82,323 miles
  • 2012 – 80,572 miles
  • 2011 – 79,144 miles
  • 2010 – 75,978 miles
  • 2009 – 72,728 miles
  • 2008 – 67,222 miles
  • 2007 – 62,631 miles
  • 2006 – 58,426 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail136,984 miles
  • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside reverse lamp inop
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear axle corroded

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.

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported

    Failure3 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn outer edge and low on tread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

29 tests since 18 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail136,984 miles (+4,498)2 dangerous8 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,984 miles
    Test number
    454441665146
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside reverse lamp inop
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded

  2. Pass132,486 miles (+6)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    132,486 miles
    Test number
    559077258804
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower 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 worn outer edge and low on tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame 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 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Nearside and Offside disc shields corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Nearside and Offside fitted aftermarket lowering springs
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail132,480 miles (+3,773)1 dangerous9 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,480 miles
    Test number
    761938926641
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases exhaust clamp (6.1.2 (a))
    • 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))
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim too high Nearside and Offside (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower 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 worn outer edge and low on tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame 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 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Nearside and Offside disc shields corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Nearside and Offside fitted aftermarket lowering springs
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass128,707 miles (+5,237)13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    128,707 miles
    Test number
    934504797772
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass123,470 miles (+3,294)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    123,470 miles
    Test number
    439220840943
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass120,176 miles (+3,314)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    120,176 miles
    Test number
    660230896598
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity boot slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass116,862 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    116,862 miles
    Test number
    409459262748
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warn lamp on (pads ok)

  8. Fail116,862 miles (+8,690)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,862 miles
    Test number
    974247871825
    • Repaired at testBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warn lamp on (pads ok)

  9. Pass108,172 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    108,172 miles
    Test number
    601984429535

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail108,168 miles (+9,030)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,168 miles
    Test number
    974223926233
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass99,138 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    99,138 miles
    Test number
    810126089652
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Fail99,138 miles (+3,378)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,138 miles
    Test number
    770280478355
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass95,760 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    95,760 miles
    Test number
    991171976282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail95,754 miles (+5,459)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,754 miles
    Test number
    697146677429
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  15. Pass90,295 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    90,295 miles
    Test number
    289925515020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail90,295 miles (+5,116)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,295 miles
    Test number
    846895015084
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass85,179 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    85,179 miles
    Test number
    648118404060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail85,175 miles (+2,852)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,175 miles
    Test number
    548397904023
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  19. Pass82,323 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    82,323 miles
    Test number
    875715913011
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  20. Fail82,323 miles (+1,751)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,323 miles
    Test number
    386444313057
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass80,572 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    80,572 miles
    Test number
    575870512053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail80,572 miles (+1,428)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,572 miles
    Test number
    505870512010
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  23. Pass79,144 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    79,144 miles
    Test number
    509170311052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail79,144 miles (+3,166)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,144 miles
    Test number
    958210511044
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  25. Pass75,978 miles (+3,250)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    75,978 miles
    Test number
    714504110047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass72,728 miles (+5,506)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    72,728 miles
    Test number
    162335119454

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass67,222 miles (+4,591)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    67,222 miles
    Test number
    220384718054
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  28. Pass62,631 miles (+4,205)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    62,631 miles
    Test number
    853778117009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass58,426 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    58,426 miles
    Test number
    553248816028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T768 VKE

Does T768 VKE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T768 VKE expired on 21 Nov 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T768 VKE?
The MOT on T768 VKE expired on 21 Nov 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T768 VKE done?
T768 VKE was recorded at 136,984 miles at its MOT on 21 Nov 2023, an average of 4,404 miles a year.
Has T768 VKE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T768 VKE has failed 11 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on T768 VKE 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 T768 VKE find?
T768 VKE failed its latest MOT on 21 Nov 2023 with 2 dangerous defects, 8 major defects and 5 advisories: nearside front tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; nearside rear tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits, and 12 more.

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