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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,800 cc

T842 UANMOT history

T842 UAN is a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 9 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 11 Jan 2025 and it has passed 13 of 20 MOT tests, with 113,464 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Jan 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 11 Jan 2025
Mileage
113,464 mi
At MOT on 12 Jan 2024
MOT tests
20
13 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,845 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T842 UAN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,800 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
9 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Jan 2025
Latest MOT test
12 Jan 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T842 UAN was last recorded at 113,464 miles on 12 Jan 2024, 24 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Jan 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
113,440 miles · 9 Jan 2024
Between the last two tests
24 miles
Average per year
4,845 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 113,464 miles
  • 2023 – 77,167 miles
  • 2022 – 76,223 miles
  • 2021 – 62,921 miles
  • 2016 – 58,561 miles
  • 2014 – 53,996 miles
  • 2013 – 45,800 miles
  • 2012 – 44,499 miles
  • 2011 – 42,035 miles
  • 2010 – 39,311 miles
  • 2009 – 36,488 miles
  • 2008 – 33,417 miles
  • 2007 – 30,519 miles
  • 2006 – 26,831 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass113,464 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 4 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.

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Child seats fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

20 tests since 24 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass113,464 miles (+24)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    113,464 miles
    Test number
    335656781433
    • 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 Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  2. Fail113,440 miles (+36,273)1 dangerous4 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,440 miles
    Test number
    606487567250
    • DangerousOffside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • 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 Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  3. Pass77,167 miles (+944)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    77,167 miles
    Test number
    845347760172
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  4. Fail76,223 miles (+13,302)6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,223 miles
    Test number
    128804600094
    • MajorDriver's view of an obligatory external mirror significantly affected by an obstruction Phone holder (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Exhaust box missing (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  5. Pass62,921 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    62,921 miles
    Test number
    572168408784
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all round (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  6. Fail62,920 miles (+4,359)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,920 miles
    Test number
    750295810838
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all round (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  7. Pass58,561 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    58,561 miles
    Test number
    852051981069
    • AdvisoryChild seats fitted
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
  8. Fail58,561 miles (+4,565)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,561 miles
    Test number
    712165005579
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Sub-frame has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Sub-frame has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryChild seats fitted
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
  9. Fail53,996 miles3 repaired5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,996 miles
    Test number
    539564644215
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower 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)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteRear axle bush's have slight play.
  10. Pass53,996 miles (+8,196)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    53,996 miles
    Test number
    817464944241
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower 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)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteRear axle bush's have slight play.
  11. Pass45,800 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    45,800 miles
    Test number
    679180353028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail45,800 miles (+1,301)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,800 miles
    Test number
    128590653045
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteEngine oil level low
  13. Pass44,499 miles (+2,464)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    44,499 miles
    Test number
    309008742014
    • Note1.5 litres oil added to engine unit
    • NoteCollision damage nearside outer sill.
    • NoteNearside rear tyre perished outer sidewall
    • NoteSome movement in the offside rear axle mounting bush
    • NoteSome perishing both front lower arm rear bush
  14. Pass42,035 miles (+2,724)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    42,035 miles
    Test number
    116646851451

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass39,311 miles (+2,823)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    39,311 miles
    Test number
    692730050088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass36,488 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    36,488 miles
    Test number
    241637149016
    • 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)
  17. Fail36,488 miles (+3,071)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,488 miles
    Test number
    282737349065
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • 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)
  18. Pass33,417 miles (+2,898)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    33,417 miles
    Test number
    100773168456

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass30,519 miles (+3,688)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    30,519 miles
    Test number
    722972657023
    • NoteSlight play in nearside front wheel bearing. †Stop light bulb fitted offside rear.
  20. Pass26,831 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    26,831 miles
    Test number
    381315756047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T842 UAN

Does T842 UAN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T842 UAN expired on 11 Jan 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T842 UAN?
The MOT on T842 UAN expired on 11 Jan 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T842 UAN done?
T842 UAN was recorded at 113,464 miles at its MOT on 12 Jan 2024, an average of 4,845 miles a year.
Has T842 UAN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T842 UAN has failed 7 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on T842 UAN 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 UAN find?
T842 UAN passed its latest MOT on 12 Jan 2024 with 3 advisories: offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; oil leak, but not excessive; rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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