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Volkswagen Golf

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,800 cc

T888 STRMOT history

T888 STR is a red petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 8 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 21 Nov 2021 and it has passed 14 of 24 MOT tests, with 160,288 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Nov 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 21 Nov 2021
Mileage
160,288 mi
At MOT on 1 Nov 2021
MOT tests
24
14 passed · 10 failed
Per year
7,091 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T888 STR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,800 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
8 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Nov 2021
Latest MOT test
1 Nov 2021 (Fail)

Mileage history

T888 STR was last recorded at 160,288 miles on 1 Nov 2021, 3,083 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Nov 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
157,205 miles · 4 Nov 2020
Between the last two tests
3,083 miles
Average per year
7,091 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 160,288 miles
  • 2020 – 157,205 miles
  • 2019 – 153,563 miles
  • 2018 – 153,453 miles
  • 2016 – 147,981 miles
  • 2015 – 142,517 miles
  • 2014 – 138,191 miles
  • 2013 – 131,105 miles
  • 2012 – 120,347 miles
  • 2011 – 110,855 miles
  • 2010 – 101,665 miles
  • 2008 – 85,720 miles
  • 2007 – 80,250 miles
  • 2006 – 60,232 miles
  • 2005 – 46,306 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail160,288 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • MajorNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component corroded and seriously weakened Axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
  • MinorOffside 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))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Poor Condition From Heat! (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisorySlight Play In Steering
  • AdvisorySuspension Has Multiple Areas Of Corrosion

What MOT failures 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.

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear Axle Has Signs Of Corrosion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

24 tests since 5 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail160,288 miles (+3,083)8 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,288 miles
    Test number
    422786420430
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component corroded and seriously weakened Axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorOffside 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))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Poor Condition From Heat! (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySlight Play In Steering
    • AdvisorySuspension Has Multiple Areas Of Corrosion

  2. Pass157,205 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    157,205 miles
    Test number
    234448123911
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle Has Signs Of Corrosion

  3. Fail157,204 miles (+3,641)5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,204 miles
    Test number
    307560037247
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle Has Signs Of Corrosion

  4. Pass153,563 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    153,563 miles
    Test number
    496313199788

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail153,560 miles (+107)1 dangerous10 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,560 miles
    Test number
    913312835371
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases JOINT BLOWING AND CLAMP MISSING (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake cable has restricted free movement (1.1.15 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play TRACK ROD BALLJOINT (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake cable damaged OUTER CABLE BADLY BROKEN (1.1.15 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake cable has restricted free movement (1.1.15 (e))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both not working (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases JOINT TO TAILBOX (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Pass153,453 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    153,453 miles
    Test number
    186097711833
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  7. Fail153,453 miles (+5,472)7 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,453 miles
    Test number
    481430920553
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  8. Pass147,981 miles (+9)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    147,981 miles
    Test number
    148526937324
    • AdvisoryRack end o/s play

  9. Fail147,972 miles (+5,455)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,972 miles
    Test number
    218616573274
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryRack end o/s play

  10. Pass142,517 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    142,517 miles
    Test number
    126402475430
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  11. Fail142,517 miles (+4,326)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,517 miles
    Test number
    668502075085
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  12. Pass138,191 miles (+7,086)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    138,191 miles
    Test number
    478421194194
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass131,105 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    131,105 miles
    Test number
    156914193092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail131,105 miles (+10,758)2 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,105 miles
    Test number
    775824393086
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteAdv o/s/rear spring end brocken

  15. Pass120,347 miles (+9,492)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    120,347 miles
    Test number
    385369672087
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • NoteBoth rear coil springs broke at lower ends
    • NoteOffside front tyre perished

  16. Pass110,855 miles (+9,190)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    110,855 miles
    Test number
    107411781000
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteDrivers doorcard missing

  17. Pass101,665 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    101,665 miles
    Test number
    330163950019
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  18. Fail101,665 miles (+15,945)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,665 miles
    Test number
    744203450021
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  19. Pass85,720 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    85,720 miles
    Test number
    893395628351

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail85,710 miles (+5,460)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,710 miles
    Test number
    452353628437
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

  21. Pass80,250 miles (+20,018)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    80,250 miles
    Test number
    282183817330
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

  22. Pass60,232 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    60,232 miles
    Test number
    222843506376

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail60,232 miles (+13,926)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,232 miles
    Test number
    461667196211
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  24. Pass46,306 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    46,306 miles
    Test number
    484458475289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T888 STR

Does T888 STR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T888 STR expired on 21 Nov 2021, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T888 STR?
The MOT on T888 STR expired on 21 Nov 2021. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T888 STR done?
T888 STR was recorded at 160,288 miles at its MOT on 1 Nov 2021, an average of 7,091 miles a year.
Has T888 STR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T888 STR has failed 10 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on T888 STR 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 T888 STR find?
T888 STR failed its latest MOT on 1 Nov 2021 with 8 major defects, 1 minor defect and 9 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush; nearside front upper macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play; offside front lower suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush, and 15 more.

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