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Volkswagen Golf

White · Petrol · 1999 · 1,600 cc

T86 VAXMOT history

T86 VAX is a white petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 24 Aug 2024 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 87,026 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Aug 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 24 Aug 2024
Mileage
87,026 mi
At MOT on 25 Aug 2023
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,931 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T86 VAX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,600 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Aug 2024
Latest MOT test
25 Aug 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T86 VAX was last recorded at 87,026 miles on 25 Aug 2023, 539 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Jun 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
86,487 miles · 4 Jun 2022
Between the last two tests
539 miles
Average per year
1,931 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 87,026 miles
  • 2022 – 86,487 miles
  • 2021 – 84,033 miles
  • 2020 – 83,236 miles
  • 2019 – 82,120 miles
  • 2018 – 80,833 miles
  • 2017 – 79,906 miles
  • 2016 – 78,770 miles
  • 2015 – 77,623 miles
  • 2014 – 75,804 miles
  • 2013 – 74,349 miles
  • 2012 – 72,606 miles
  • 2011 – 69,958 miles
  • 2010 – 66,853 miles
  • 2009 – 64,430 miles
  • 2008 – 62,513 miles
  • 2007 – 58,263 miles
  • 2006 – 53,119 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass87,026 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (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.

  • Central Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Rear Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2011

Full MOT history

24 tests since 2 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass87,026 miles (+539)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    87,026 miles
    Test number
    296248725021
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass86,487 miles (+2,454)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    86,487 miles
    Test number
    226023430556

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass84,033 miles (+797)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    84,033 miles
    Test number
    642169542786
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass83,236 miles (+1,116)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    83,236 miles
    Test number
    887193701011
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass82,120 miles (+1,287)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    82,120 miles
    Test number
    618274299527

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass80,833 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    80,833 miles
    Test number
    301616631012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail80,833 miles (+927)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,833 miles
    Test number
    846610536210
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  8. Pass79,906 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    79,906 miles
    Test number
    949740944257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail79,906 miles (+1,136)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,906 miles
    Test number
    242834339482
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  10. Pass78,770 miles (+1,147)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    78,770 miles
    Test number
    721665670574
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
    • AdvisoryWater leak from engine

  11. Pass77,623 miles (+1,819)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    77,623 miles
    Test number
    247876485087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass75,804 miles (+1,455)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    75,804 miles
    Test number
    378570984094
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  13. Pass74,349 miles (+1,743)2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    74,349 miles
    Test number
    167798073411
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn on edge
    • NoteOffside wiper blade split
    • NoteRear tyres cracks on walls

  14. Pass72,606 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    72,606 miles
    Test number
    456126072085
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteExhaust centre braket broken

  15. Fail72,606 miles (+2,648)5 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,606 miles
    Test number
    395456072050
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteExhaust centre braket broken

  16. Pass69,958 miles (+3,105)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    69,958 miles
    Test number
    989184071016
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass66,853 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    66,853 miles
    Test number
    101955370003
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  18. Fail66,853 miles (+2,423)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,853 miles
    Test number
    291665970098
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged

  19. Pass64,430 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    64,430 miles
    Test number
    941400139012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail64,430 miles (+1,917)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,430 miles
    Test number
    960520839019
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  21. Pass62,513 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    62,513 miles
    Test number
    834120538091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail62,513 miles (+4,250)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,513 miles
    Test number
    884490138003
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testUpper Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

  23. Pass58,263 miles (+5,144)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    58,263 miles
    Test number
    122351537414

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass53,119 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    53,119 miles
    Test number
    881633336014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T86 VAX

Does T86 VAX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T86 VAX expired on 24 Aug 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T86 VAX?
The MOT on T86 VAX expired on 24 Aug 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T86 VAX done?
T86 VAX was recorded at 87,026 miles at its MOT on 25 Aug 2023, an average of 1,931 miles a year.
Has T86 VAX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T86 VAX has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Mar 2018.
Has the mileage on T86 VAX 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 T86 VAX find?
T86 VAX passed its latest MOT on 25 Aug 2023 with 3 advisories: front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; nearside rear coil spring corroded; offside rear coil spring corroded.

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