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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,800 cc

T781 YFAMOT history

T781 YFA is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 10 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 12 Oct 2023 and it has passed 17 of 19 MOT tests, with 154,265 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Nov 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 12 Oct 2023
Mileage
154,265 mi
At MOT on 9 Nov 2023
MOT tests
19
17 passed · 2 failed
Per year
3,585 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T781 YFA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,800 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
10 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Oct 2023
Latest MOT test
9 Nov 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

T781 YFA was last recorded at 154,265 miles on 9 Nov 2023, 1,664 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Oct 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
152,601 miles · 6 Oct 2022
Between the last two tests
1,664 miles
Average per year
3,585 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 154,265 miles
  • 2022 – 152,601 miles
  • 2021 – 151,197 miles
  • 2020 – 149,389 miles
  • 2019 – 147,589 miles
  • 2018 – 145,733 miles
  • 2017 – 143,711 miles
  • 2016 – 141,054 miles
  • 2015 – 137,377 miles
  • 2014 – 134,341 miles
  • 2013 – 130,995 miles
  • 2012 – 127,686 miles
  • 2011 – 124,607 miles
  • 2010 – 118,817 miles
  • 2009 – 113,141 miles
  • 2008 – 105,309 miles
  • 2007 – 98,923 miles
  • 2006 – 92,028 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail154,265 miles
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
  • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront suspension components corroded
  • AdvisoryOffside outer sill corroded and holed at front

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.

  • Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail154,265 miles (+1,664)10 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,265 miles
    Test number
    349398240493
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront suspension components corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside outer sill corroded and holed at front

  2. Pass152,601 miles (+1,404)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    152,601 miles
    Test number
    204239656379

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass151,197 miles (+1,808)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    151,197 miles
    Test number
    116386381366

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass149,389 miles (+100)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    149,389 miles
    Test number
    490895185388

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail149,289 miles (+1,700)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,289 miles
    Test number
    566901319291
    • DangerousNearside Seat belt anchorage likely to become detached in the event of a collision outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  6. Pass147,589 miles (+1,856)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    147,589 miles
    Test number
    679374486796
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to underside

  7. Pass145,733 miles (+2,022)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    145,733 miles
    Test number
    601561871274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass143,711 miles (+2,657)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    143,711 miles
    Test number
    162540205081
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine
    • AdvisoryRear tyres perishing

  9. Pass141,054 miles (+3,677)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    141,054 miles
    Test number
    100960866471

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass137,377 miles (+3,036)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    137,377 miles
    Test number
    539807312022
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  11. Pass134,341 miles (+3,346)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    134,341 miles
    Test number
    398463534414
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  12. Pass130,995 miles (+3,309)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    130,995 miles
    Test number
    927197943238
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  13. Pass127,686 miles (+3,079)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    127,686 miles
    Test number
    266392742292
    • NoteBoth rear brake discs heavily worn and corroded

  14. Pass124,607 miles (+5,790)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    124,607 miles
    Test number
    376940051287
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteCoil springs corroded
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded and worn

  15. Pass118,817 miles (+5,676)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    118,817 miles
    Test number
    933711680169
    • NoteBoth rear brake discs corroded and worn

  16. Pass113,141 miles (+7,832)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    113,141 miles
    Test number
    500276369127
    • NoteBoth rear shock dust covers dropped

  17. Pass105,309 miles (+6,386)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    105,309 miles
    Test number
    162463688110
    • 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)

  18. Pass98,923 miles (+6,895)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    98,923 miles
    Test number
    833050487138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass92,028 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    92,028 miles
    Test number
    344821386179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T781 YFA

Does T781 YFA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T781 YFA expired on 12 Oct 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T781 YFA?
The MOT on T781 YFA expired on 12 Oct 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T781 YFA done?
T781 YFA was recorded at 154,265 miles at its MOT on 9 Nov 2023, an average of 3,585 miles a year.
Has T781 YFA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T781 YFA has failed 2 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on T781 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 T781 YFA find?
T781 YFA failed its latest MOT on 9 Nov 2023 with 10 major defects and 8 advisories: exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits, and 15 more.

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