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Volkswagen Golf

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,800 cc

T779 NKMMOT history

T779 NKM is a red petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 14 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 10 Sept 2023 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 145,485 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Sept 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 10 Sept 2023
Mileage
145,485 mi
At MOT on 9 Sept 2022
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,529 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T779 NKM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,800 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
14 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Sept 2023
Latest MOT test
9 Sept 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T779 NKM was last recorded at 145,485 miles on 9 Sept 2022, 4,354 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Sept 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
141,131 miles · 10 Sept 2021
Between the last two tests
4,354 miles
Average per year
6,529 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 145,485 miles
  • 2021 – 141,131 miles
  • 2020 – 136,836 miles
  • 2019 – 131,410 miles
  • 2018 – 124,229 miles
  • 2017 – 117,646 miles
  • 2016 – 111,851 miles
  • 2015 – 107,411 miles
  • 2014 – 98,791 miles
  • 2013 – 88,449 miles
  • 2012 – 75,784 miles
  • 2011 – 62,409 miles
  • 2010 – 53,386 miles
  • 2009 – 51,223 miles
  • 2008 – 47,363 miles
  • 2007 – 43,834 miles
  • 2006 – 39,928 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass145,485 miles
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryEngine oil leaks but not excessive

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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside rear tyre wearing inner and outer edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside front tyre worn close to legal limit

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit and wearing inner and outer edge also cracking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

25 tests since 10 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass145,485 miles (+4,354)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    145,485 miles
    Test number
    306245466046
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leaks but not excessive

  2. Pass141,131 miles (+4,295)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    141,131 miles
    Test number
    727176699163
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security outer seal (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  3. Pass136,836 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    136,836 miles
    Test number
    555725356166
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed Drivers (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail136,832 miles (+5,422)1 dangerous2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,832 miles
    Test number
    982077198265
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both side rears (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed Drivers (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass131,410 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    131,410 miles
    Test number
    829059428946
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre wearing inner and outer edge
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre worn close to legal limit
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre worn close to legal limit and wearing inner and outer edge also cracking

  6. Fail131,409 miles (+7,180)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,409 miles
    Test number
    404910432373
    • MajorHeadlamp insecure nearside (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorStop lamp(s) not working nearside (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre wearing inner and outer edge
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre worn close to legal limit
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre worn close to legal limit and wearing inner and outer edge also cracking

  7. Pass124,229 miles (+6,583)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    124,229 miles
    Test number
    504555898465

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass117,646 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    117,646 miles
    Test number
    328240729203
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

  9. Fail117,643 miles (+5,792)7 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,643 miles
    Test number
    431523039729
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

  10. Pass111,851 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    111,851 miles
    Test number
    315032421876
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged inner rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement axel (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement axel (2.4.G.2)

  11. Fail111,844 miles (+4,433)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,844 miles
    Test number
    120575208424
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged inner rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement axel (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement axel (2.4.G.2)

  12. Pass107,411 miles (+8,620)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    107,411 miles
    Test number
    853656491434
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front starting to wearing on outer edge

  13. Pass98,791 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    98,791 miles
    Test number
    117484614235
    • NoteBoth sides front outer sills damaged
    • NoteStrong advise - nearside rear tyre at legal limit

  14. Fail98,791 miles (+10,342)4 failures1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,791 miles
    Test number
    938723714240
    • FailureFuel system component insecure (7.2.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteBoth sides front outer sills damaged
    • NoteSecuring bolt missing from offside front abs sensor
    • NoteStrong advise - nearside front tyre inner edge devoid of tread ie bald & central tread depth at legal limit
    • NoteStrong advise - nearside rear tyre at legal limit

  15. Pass88,449 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    88,449 miles
    Test number
    308326123231
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  16. Fail88,448 miles (+12,664)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,448 miles
    Test number
    685365323254
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass75,784 miles (+13,375)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    75,784 miles
    Test number
    378989222435
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn low on the inner edges.

  18. Pass62,409 miles (+9,023)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    62,409 miles
    Test number
    639426811275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass53,386 miles (+2,163)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    53,386 miles
    Test number
    884369610353

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass51,223 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    51,223 miles
    Test number
    550214729380

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail51,223 miles (+1,624)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,223 miles
    Test number
    424754429300
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

  22. Pass49,599 miles (+2,236)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2010
    Odometer
    49,599 miles
    Test number
    983648039110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass47,363 miles (+3,529)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    47,363 miles
    Test number
    511271698112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass43,834 miles (+3,906)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    43,834 miles
    Test number
    263153387125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass39,928 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    39,928 miles
    Test number
    161801696105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T779 NKM

Does T779 NKM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T779 NKM expired on 10 Sept 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T779 NKM?
The MOT on T779 NKM expired on 10 Sept 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T779 NKM done?
T779 NKM was recorded at 145,485 miles at its MOT on 9 Sept 2022, an average of 6,529 miles a year.
Has T779 NKM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T779 NKM has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Sept 2020.
Has the mileage on T779 NKM 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 T779 NKM find?
T779 NKM passed its latest MOT on 9 Sept 2022 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier; engine oil leaks but not excessive.

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