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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,600 cc

T780 EFJMOT history

T780 EFJ is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 29 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 27 Jan 2025 and it has passed 18 of 30 MOT tests, with 111,673 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jan 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 27 Jan 2025
Mileage
111,673 mi
At MOT on 27 Jan 2024
MOT tests
30
18 passed · 12 failed
Per year
2,931 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T780 EFJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,600 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
29 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Jan 2025
Latest MOT test
27 Jan 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T780 EFJ was last recorded at 111,673 miles on 27 Jan 2024, 3,241 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Jan 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 27 Feb 2020: 103,570 miles, lower than 103,572 miles on 20 Feb 2019.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
108,432 miles · 28 Jan 2023
Between the last two tests
3,241 miles
Average per year
2,931 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 111,673 miles
  • 2023 – 108,432 miles
  • 2021 – 105,876 miles
  • 2020 – 103,570 miles
  • 2019 – 103,572 miles
  • 2018 – 98,356 miles
  • 2017 – 91,950 miles
  • 2016 – 87,564 miles
  • 2015 – 87,546 miles
  • 2014 – 85,110 miles
  • 2013 – 81,941 miles
  • 2012 – 78,457 miles
  • 2011 – 75,217 miles
  • 2010 – 70,939 miles
  • 2009 – 64,590 miles
  • 2008 – 63,587 miles
  • 2007 – 60,591 miles
  • 2006 – 59,914 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass111,673 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019

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.

  • Oil leak

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure4 MOTs, 2012–2018

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Coolant leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front outer sill damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

30 tests since 30 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass111,673 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    111,673 miles
    Test number
    576133745768
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail111,673 miles (+3,241)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,673 miles
    Test number
    791756754614
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass108,432 miles (+2,556)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    108,432 miles
    Test number
    733072989224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass105,876 miles (+2,306)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    105,876 miles
    Test number
    259298358665

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass103,570 miles (-2)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    103,570 miles
    Test number
    944645846860

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass103,572 miles (+2)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    103,572 miles
    Test number
    549113579972
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front outer sill damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Fail103,570 miles (+5,214)3 dangerous11 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,570 miles
    Test number
    948660532223
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front outer sill damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass98,356 miles (+16)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    98,356 miles
    Test number
    895180267138
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  9. Fail98,340 miles (+6,390)9 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,340 miles
    Test number
    698636165299
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle wheel arch cover (4.1.D.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  10. Pass91,950 miles (+4)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    91,950 miles
    Test number
    500886553150
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing on edges

  11. Fail91,946 miles (+4,382)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,946 miles
    Test number
    507199734263
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened nearside and offside (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing on edges

  12. Pass87,564 miles (+18)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    87,564 miles
    Test number
    146938955248
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment also suspect spring maybe broken at the top hard to see at the angle its at (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Fail87,546 miles (+2,436)7 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,546 miles
    Test number
    798005770281
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted to adult seat belt, unable to test

  14. Fail85,110 miles2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,110 miles
    Test number
    105824104397
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • NoteCorrosion started to rear brake pipes

  15. Pass85,110 miles (+3,169)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    85,110 miles
    Test number
    526454204361
    • NoteCorrosion started to rear brake pipes

  16. Pass81,941 miles (+3,484)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    81,941 miles
    Test number
    966195973281
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteNearside rear bump stop broken & offside perished recomend replacement

  17. Pass78,457 miles (+3)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    78,457 miles
    Test number
    669537072278
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteGeneral corrosion to exhaust system
    • NoteNearside rear bump stop damaged
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn on inner edge

  18. Fail78,454 miles (+3,237)3 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,454 miles
    Test number
    986786172277
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteGeneral corrosion to exhaust system
    • NoteNearside rear bump stop damaged
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn on inner edge

  19. Fail75,217 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,217 miles
    Test number
    305624071408
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

  20. Pass75,217 miles (+4,278)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    75,217 miles
    Test number
    505364371268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass70,939 miles (+2,425)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    70,939 miles
    Test number
    371551680217
    • NoteN/s + o/s rear brake disc protective shields corroded.

  22. Pass68,514 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    68,514 miles
    Test number
    933966300087
    • 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)
    • NoteO/s rear brake binding slightly.

  23. Fail68,514 miles (+3,924)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,514 miles
    Test number
    332466000033
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)
    • 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)
    • NoteO/s rear brake binding slightly.

  24. Pass64,590 miles (+1,003)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    64,590 miles
    Test number
    994368609086
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  25. Pass63,587 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    63,587 miles
    Test number
    220676498455

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail63,587 miles (+2,996)7 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,587 miles
    Test number
    671315088157
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteAdvise requires front wheel allignment check

  27. Pass60,591 miles (+17)6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    60,591 miles
    Test number
    763101777157
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOffside rear inner flexible brakepipe,ferrule corroded

  28. Fail60,574 miles (+660)2 failures6 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,574 miles
    Test number
    133907567119
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOffside rear brake slight bind
    • NoteOffside rear inner flexible brakepipe,ferrule corroded

  29. Pass59,914 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2007
    Odometer
    59,914 miles
    Test number
    540570356186
    • NoteCentre seat belt missing

  30. Fail59,914 miles4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,914 miles
    Test number
    470330356182
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear Seat belt attachment fitting badly deteriorated (5.2.3)

Questions about T780 EFJ

Does T780 EFJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T780 EFJ expired on 27 Jan 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T780 EFJ?
The MOT on T780 EFJ expired on 27 Jan 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T780 EFJ done?
T780 EFJ was recorded at 111,673 miles at its MOT on 27 Jan 2024, an average of 2,931 miles a year.
Has T780 EFJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T780 EFJ has failed 12 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on T780 EFJ ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 27 Feb 2020. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T780 EFJ find?
T780 EFJ passed its latest MOT on 27 Jan 2024 with 4 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside rear coil spring corroded; offside rear coil spring corroded, and 1 more.

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