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Volkswagen Golf

Grey · Petrol · 1999 · 1,600 cc

T842 PJAMOT history

T842 PJA is a grey petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 14 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 7 Mar 2023 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 95,397 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Mar 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 7 Mar 2023
Mileage
95,397 mi
At MOT on 8 Mar 2022
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
3,484 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T842 PJA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,600 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
14 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Mar 2023
Latest MOT test
8 Mar 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T842 PJA was last recorded at 95,397 miles on 8 Mar 2022, 111 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Feb 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
95,286 miles · 16 Feb 2022
Between the last two tests
111 miles
Average per year
3,484 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 95,397 miles
  • 2021 – 90,065 miles
  • 2020 – 86,524 miles
  • 2019 – 78,879 miles
  • 2018 – 68,130 miles
  • 2017 – 60,191 miles
  • 2016 – 59,818 miles
  • 2015 – 59,638 miles
  • 2014 – 59,054 miles
  • 2013 – 57,955 miles
  • 2012 – 57,228 miles
  • 2011 – 55,158 miles
  • 2010 – 53,969 miles
  • 2009 – 51,809 miles
  • 2008 – 48,718 miles
  • 2007 – 45,131 miles
  • 2006 – 40,460 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass95,397 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Front Exhaust silencer slightly loose

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front sill damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

27 tests since 1 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass95,397 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    95,397 miles
    Test number
    561743834577
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail95,397 miles (+111)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,397 miles
    Test number
    778898553349
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail95,286 miles (+5,221)7 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,286 miles
    Test number
    793143541427
    • MajorBrake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))
    • MajorBrake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions not tested o2 sensors not connected (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPAS noisy

  4. Pass90,065 miles (+3)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    90,065 miles
    Test number
    724480850349
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Power steering component has slight seepage from a component slight weep (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front sill damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail90,062 miles (+3,538)5 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,062 miles
    Test number
    625281381824
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorPower steering malfunctioning (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded e.r.a (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded badly corroded e.r.a (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front sill damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded e.r.a (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass86,524 miles (+7,645)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    86,524 miles
    Test number
    110751911323
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass78,879 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    78,879 miles
    Test number
    939395886282
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Fail78,876 miles (+10,746)2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,876 miles
    Test number
    183126132241
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass68,130 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    68,130 miles
    Test number
    177664781803
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper suspension mount has slight play

  10. Fail68,126 miles (+7,935)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,126 miles
    Test number
    970217337397
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral minor exhaust leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper suspension mount has slight play

  11. Pass60,191 miles (+373)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    60,191 miles
    Test number
    280191939260
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  12. Pass59,818 miles (+180)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    59,818 miles
    Test number
    990506163427
    • AdvisoryBrake servo corroded but not excessively weakened (3.6.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySlight play in nearside rack end
    • AdvisoryWindscreen wiper speed slow, suspect, linkage seizing

  13. Pass59,638 miles (+584)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    59,638 miles
    Test number
    526596155167
    • AdvisoryBrake servo corroded but not excessively weakened (3.6.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  14. Fail59,054 miles1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,054 miles
    Test number
    235726254112
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  15. Pass59,054 miles (+1,099)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    59,054 miles
    Test number
    469946754172
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  16. Pass57,955 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    57,955 miles
    Test number
    207939843100
    • 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)

  17. Fail57,955 miles (+727)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,955 miles
    Test number
    408889543131
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • 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. Pass57,228 miles (+28)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    57,228 miles
    Test number
    498458052166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail57,200 miles (+2,042)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,200 miles
    Test number
    868145642109
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

  20. Pass55,158 miles (+1,189)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2012
    Odometer
    55,158 miles
    Test number
    118830031197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass53,969 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2011
    Odometer
    53,969 miles
    Test number
    924426640117
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  22. Fail53,969 miles (+2,160)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,969 miles
    Test number
    614576240191
    • FailureWindscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  23. Pass51,809 miles (+3,091)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2010
    Odometer
    51,809 miles
    Test number
    544159449137
    • 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)

  24. Pass48,718 miles (+3,587)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2009
    Odometer
    48,718 miles
    Test number
    844991048155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail45,131 miles3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,131 miles
    Test number
    123841357105
    • Repaired at testFront Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  26. Pass45,131 miles (+4,671)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2008
    Odometer
    45,131 miles
    Test number
    950661057153
    • AdvisoryFront Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  27. Pass40,460 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2007
    Odometer
    40,460 miles
    Test number
    280172756121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T842 PJA

Does T842 PJA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T842 PJA expired on 7 Mar 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T842 PJA?
The MOT on T842 PJA expired on 7 Mar 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T842 PJA done?
T842 PJA was recorded at 95,397 miles at its MOT on 8 Mar 2022, an average of 3,484 miles a year.
Has T842 PJA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T842 PJA has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on T842 PJA 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 T842 PJA find?
T842 PJA passed its latest MOT on 8 Mar 2022 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: offside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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