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Volkswagen Golf

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,600 cc

T787 HKPMOT history

T787 HKP is a green petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 30 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 2 Oct 2021 and it has passed 15 of 25 MOT tests, with 217,654 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Jan 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 2 Oct 2021
Mileage
217,654 mi
At MOT on 25 Jan 2022
MOT tests
25
15 passed · 10 failed
Per year
9,374 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T787 HKP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,600 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
30 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Oct 2021
Latest MOT test
25 Jan 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

T787 HKP was last recorded at 217,654 miles on 25 Jan 2022, 3,442 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Sept 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
214,212 miles · 22 Sept 2020
Between the last two tests
3,442 miles
Average per year
9,374 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 217,654 miles
  • 2020 – 214,212 miles
  • 2019 – 210,845 miles
  • 2018 – 199,159 miles
  • 2017 – 188,320 miles
  • 2016 – 175,094 miles
  • 2015 – 165,087 miles
  • 2014 – 154,793 miles
  • 2013 – 144,498 miles
  • 2012 – 133,862 miles
  • 2011 – 123,300 miles
  • 2010 – 113,220 miles
  • 2009 – 103,324 miles
  • 2008 – 94,121 miles
  • 2007 – 84,497 miles
  • 2006 – 74,109 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail217,654 miles
  • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Front 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 2020
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • MajorExhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
  • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (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 pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive outer sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

25 tests since 3 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail217,654 miles (+3,442)3 dangerous7 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    217,654 miles
    Test number
    761146376322
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front 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))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (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 pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (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 pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass214,212 miles (+134)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    214,212 miles
    Test number
    887682333963
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Fail214,078 miles (+3,233)6 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    214,078 miles
    Test number
    976510251808
    • MajorBrake lever pivot has excessive wear or free play (1.1.1 (b))
    • 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))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass210,845 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    210,845 miles
    Test number
    895703380685
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Fail210,845 miles (+11,686)7 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    210,845 miles
    Test number
    533245508212
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass199,159 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    199,159 miles
    Test number
    813365526227
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Fail199,159 miles (+10,839)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    199,159 miles
    Test number
    500293828508
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass188,320 miles (+13,226)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    188,320 miles
    Test number
    266749934095
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5mm (4.1.E.1)

  9. Pass175,094 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    175,094 miles
    Test number
    911037753428
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  10. Fail175,094 miles (+10,007)2 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,094 miles
    Test number
    249584830861
    • FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryO.s.front wheel slightly rubbing arch liner
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  11. Pass165,087 miles (+10,294)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    165,087 miles
    Test number
    550322333718
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  12. Pass154,793 miles (+116)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    154,793 miles
    Test number
    197835954223
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/S/R Coil spring, thinned by corrosion.

  13. Fail154,677 miles (+10,179)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,677 miles
    Test number
    206591454204
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/S/R Coil spring, thinned by corrosion.

  14. Pass144,498 miles (+10,636)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    144,498 miles
    Test number
    387631963299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail133,862 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,862 miles
    Test number
    325452082281
    • Repaired at testFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

  16. Pass133,862 miles (+10,562)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    133,862 miles
    Test number
    615332882240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass123,300 miles (+77)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    123,300 miles
    Test number
    339966271277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail123,223 miles (+10,003)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,223 miles
    Test number
    338083671410
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  19. Pass113,220 miles (+9,896)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    113,220 miles
    Test number
    842482470210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass103,324 miles (+135)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    103,324 miles
    Test number
    110527469207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail103,189 miles (+9,068)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,189 miles
    Test number
    621154669295
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailurePower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront wipers worn

  22. Pass94,121 miles (+9,624)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    94,121 miles
    Test number
    394093378439
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass84,497 miles (+10,388)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    84,497 miles
    Test number
    422585477297
    • NoteSlight play in n/s/f wheel

  24. Fail74,109 miles1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,109 miles
    Test number
    333716176461
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • NoteSlight play o/s of steering rack
    • NoteSpare tyre cords cut on outter side wall

  25. Pass74,109 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    74,109 miles
    Test number
    353496876485
    • NoteSlight play o/s of steering rack
    • NoteSpare tyre cords cut on outter side wall

Questions about T787 HKP

Does T787 HKP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T787 HKP expired on 2 Oct 2021, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T787 HKP?
The MOT on T787 HKP expired on 2 Oct 2021. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T787 HKP done?
T787 HKP was recorded at 217,654 miles at its MOT on 25 Jan 2022, an average of 9,374 miles a year.
Has T787 HKP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T787 HKP has failed 10 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on T787 HKP 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 T787 HKP find?
T787 HKP failed its latest MOT on 25 Jan 2022 with 3 dangerous defects, 7 major defects and 11 advisories: nearside front tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure; nearside rear brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick; offside front tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, and 18 more.

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