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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,800 cc

T857 ABLMOT history

T857 ABL is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 4 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 23 Jan 2024 and it has passed 12 of 18 MOT tests, with 121,510 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jan 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 23 Jan 2024
Mileage
121,510 mi
At MOT on 23 Jan 2023
MOT tests
18
12 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,243 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T857 ABL
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
4 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Jan 2024
Latest MOT test
23 Jan 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T857 ABL was last recorded at 121,510 miles on 23 Jan 2023, 383 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Jan 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
121,127 miles · 13 Jan 2023
Between the last two tests
383 miles
Average per year
3,243 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 121,510 miles
  • 2022 – 111,999 miles
  • 2016 – 111,650 miles
  • 2015 – 109,865 miles
  • 2014 – 106,445 miles
  • 2013 – 99,683 miles
  • 2012 – 92,524 miles
  • 2011 – 89,452 miles
  • 2010 – 80,886 miles
  • 2009 – 78,234 miles
  • 2008 – 74,225 miles
  • 2007 – 70,631 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass121,510 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

18 tests since 17 May 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass121,510 miles (+383)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    121,510 miles
    Test number
    830869063472

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail121,127 miles (+9,128)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,127 miles
    Test number
    349229398483
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  3. Pass111,999 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    111,999 miles
    Test number
    361453253549

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail111,993 miles (+343)4 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,993 miles
    Test number
    704102737166
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
  5. Pass111,650 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    111,650 miles
    Test number
    218861113887
    • AdvisoryOil down rear of engine and gearbox
    • AdvisoryRear metal brake pipes starting to corrode
  6. Fail111,650 miles (+1,785)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,650 miles
    Test number
    208157473609
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on wipers in-op (8.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOil down rear of engine and gearbox
    • AdvisoryRear metal brake pipes starting to corrode
  7. Fail109,865 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,865 miles
    Test number
    835715455128
    • Repaired at testOffside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testRear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
  8. Pass109,865 miles (+3,420)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    109,865 miles
    Test number
    916535155147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass106,445 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    106,445 miles
    Test number
    376063434123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail106,445 miles (+6,762)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,445 miles
    Test number
    279302234460
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
  11. Pass99,683 miles (+7,159)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    99,683 miles
    Test number
    226186553158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass92,524 miles (+3,072)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    92,524 miles
    Test number
    759652752105
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar 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)
    • NoteCentre and rear exhaust sections corroded
  13. Pass89,452 miles (+8,566)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    89,452 miles
    Test number
    218420241462
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteOffside door mirror glass cracked
  14. Pass80,886 miles (+2,652)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    80,886 miles
    Test number
    803706150190
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
  15. Pass78,234 miles (+4,009)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    78,234 miles
    Test number
    663757549110
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  16. Pass74,225 miles (+3,594)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    74,225 miles
    Test number
    321714758158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail70,631 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,631 miles
    Test number
    251057937483
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
  18. Pass70,631 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2008
    Odometer
    70,631 miles
    Test number
    672757237190
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Questions about T857 ABL

Does T857 ABL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T857 ABL expired on 23 Jan 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T857 ABL?
The MOT on T857 ABL expired on 23 Jan 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T857 ABL done?
T857 ABL was recorded at 121,510 miles at its MOT on 23 Jan 2023, an average of 3,243 miles a year.
Has T857 ABL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T857 ABL has failed 6 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on T857 ABL 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 T857 ABL find?
T857 ABL passed its latest MOT on 23 Jan 2023 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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