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Volkswagen Golf

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,781 cc

T811 CFGMOT history

T811 CFG is a red petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 14 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 15 Jan 2025 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 206,656 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Jan 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 15 Jan 2025
Mileage
206,656 mi
At MOT on 12 Jan 2024
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,761 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T811 CFG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
14 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Jan 2025
Latest MOT test
12 Jan 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T811 CFG was last recorded at 206,656 miles on 12 Jan 2024, 13,203 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jan 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
193,453 miles · 16 Jan 2023
Between the last two tests
13,203 miles
Average per year
8,761 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 206,656 miles
  • 2023 – 193,453 miles
  • 2022 – 193,313 miles
  • 2021 – 177,337 miles
  • 2020 – 163,605 miles
  • 2019 – 151,995 miles
  • 2016 – 142,090 miles
  • 2015 – 134,242 miles
  • 2014 – 127,378 miles
  • 2013 – 120,096 miles
  • 2012 – 108,698 miles
  • 2011 – 96,771 miles
  • 2010 – 89,536 miles
  • 2009 – 81,601 miles
  • 2008 – 66,081 miles
  • 2007 – 51,106 miles
  • 2006 – 46,834 miles
  • 2005 – 42,968 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass206,656 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre and rear section (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement axle bushes x2 *CLOSE TO ALLOWABLE LIMIT* (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2013

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

22 tests since 7 May 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass206,656 miles (+13,203)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    206,656 miles
    Test number
    645269777881
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre and rear section (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement axle bushes x2 *CLOSE TO ALLOWABLE LIMIT* (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  2. Pass193,453 miles (+140)3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    193,453 miles
    Test number
    191498554718
    • MinorNearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stonechip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively x2 (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement axle bushes x2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  3. Fail193,313 miles (+15,976)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,313 miles
    Test number
    206378747390
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Pass177,337 miles (+13,732)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    177,337 miles
    Test number
    684805356573
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  5. Pass163,605 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    163,605 miles
    Test number
    430171379386

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail163,605 miles (+11,610)7 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,605 miles
    Test number
    739017008054
    • 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 manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  7. Pass151,995 miles (+9,905)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    151,995 miles
    Test number
    758305061784
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  8. Pass142,090 miles (+7,848)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    142,090 miles
    Test number
    437917078453

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass134,242 miles (+6,864)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    134,242 miles
    Test number
    818821295080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass127,378 miles (+7,282)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    127,378 miles
    Test number
    586077074040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass120,096 miles (+36)4 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    120,096 miles
    Test number
    965288173074
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteAir bag light on on dash
    • NoteChips in windscreen
    • NoteCorrosion in both front suspension lower arms and rear axle cross beam
    • NoteExhaust rusty and center mounting broken
    • NoteMovement in o/s steering
    • NoteRear brake imbalance 21%
  12. Fail120,060 miles (+11,362)3 failures4 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,060 miles
    Test number
    469387873007
    • FailureNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteAir bag light on on dash
    • NoteChips in windscreen
    • NoteCorrosion in both front suspension lower arms and rear axle cross beam
    • NoteExhaust rusty and center mounting broken
    • NoteMovement in o/s steering
    • NoteRear brake imbalance 21%
  13. Pass108,698 miles (+11,927)3 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    108,698 miles
    Test number
    769409772047
    • AdvisoryNearside 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)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteAirbag light on
    • NoteBoth front brake discs worn and pitted
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing low on inner edge
    • NoteOffside rear brake disc worn, corroded and pitted would advise replacement
    • NoteOffside rear tyre has cuts in tread but not deep enough to expose ply or cords
  14. Pass96,771 miles (+7,235)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    96,771 miles
    Test number
    435467171059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass89,536 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    89,536 miles
    Test number
    343360290019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail89,532 miles (+7,931)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,532 miles
    Test number
    944070290014
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
  17. Pass81,601 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    81,601 miles
    Test number
    172347299055
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
  18. Fail81,601 miles (+15,520)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,601 miles
    Test number
    203087199030
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
  19. Pass66,081 miles (+14,975)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    66,081 miles
    Test number
    231108208166
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteCentre silencer exhaust mount broken but still supports exhaust
    • NoteCorrosion underside
    • NoteVarious oil leaks
  20. Pass51,106 miles (+4,272)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    51,106 miles
    Test number
    693793407190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass46,834 miles (+3,866)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2007
    Odometer
    46,834 miles
    Test number
    540592026171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass42,968 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2006
    Odometer
    42,968 miles
    Test number
    160017925164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T811 CFG

Does T811 CFG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T811 CFG expired on 15 Jan 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T811 CFG?
The MOT on T811 CFG expired on 15 Jan 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T811 CFG done?
T811 CFG was recorded at 206,656 miles at its MOT on 12 Jan 2024, an average of 8,761 miles a year.
Has T811 CFG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T811 CFG has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Dec 2022.
Has the mileage on T811 CFG 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 T811 CFG find?
T811 CFG passed its latest MOT on 12 Jan 2024 with 6 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre and rear section; nearside front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge; offside front upper macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 3 more.

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