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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,600 cc

T916 DFCMOT history

T916 DFC is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 27 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 29 Jul 2023 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 120,041 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jul 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 29 Jul 2023
Mileage
120,041 mi
At MOT on 30 Jul 2022
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,758 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T916 DFC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,600 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
27 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Jul 2023
Latest MOT test
30 Jul 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T916 DFC was last recorded at 120,041 miles on 30 Jul 2022, 5,548 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jul 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
114,493 miles · 22 Jul 2021
Between the last two tests
5,548 miles
Average per year
2,758 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 120,041 miles
  • 2021 – 114,493 miles
  • 2019 – 114,203 miles
  • 2018 – 111,677 miles
  • 2017 – 108,713 miles
  • 2016 – 105,578 miles
  • 2015 – 103,496 miles
  • 2014 – 99,323 miles
  • 2013 – 97,673 miles
  • 2011 – 94,135 miles
  • 2010 – 90,739 miles
  • 2009 – 87,779 miles
  • 2008 – 84,026 miles
  • 2007 – 78,691 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass120,041 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019

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.

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

21 tests since 1 Aug 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass120,041 miles (+5,548)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    120,041 miles
    Test number
    215374900694
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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. Pass114,493 miles (+290)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    114,493 miles
    Test number
    300684446603
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass114,203 miles (+2,526)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    114,203 miles
    Test number
    602010827259
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass111,677 miles (+2,964)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    111,677 miles
    Test number
    531788797058
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass108,713 miles (+3,135)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    108,713 miles
    Test number
    734025935350

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass105,578 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    105,578 miles
    Test number
    919067253776
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear view wiper rubber splitted

  7. Fail105,578 miles (+2,082)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,578 miles
    Test number
    240320844494
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Outer Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear view wiper rubber splitted

  8. Pass103,496 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    103,496 miles
    Test number
    345861169179
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryPoor wipers

  9. Fail103,496 miles (+4,173)2 failures1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,496 miles
    Test number
    373977671855
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryPoor wipers

  10. Fail99,323 miles2 repaired3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,323 miles
    Test number
    126316584248
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  11. Pass99,323 miles (+1,650)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    99,323 miles
    Test number
    448866084213
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  12. Pass97,673 miles (+3,538)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    97,673 miles
    Test number
    849741733071
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  13. Pass94,135 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    94,135 miles
    Test number
    135186891183
    • NoteN/s/r tyre cracking

  14. Fail94,135 miles (+3,396)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,135 miles
    Test number
    195146891147
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteN/s/r tyre cracking

  15. Fail90,739 miles2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,739 miles
    Test number
    182290710200
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteO/s/f tyre worn inside edge

  16. Pass90,739 miles (+2,960)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    90,739 miles
    Test number
    394750710419
    • NoteO/s/f tyre worn inside edge

  17. Pass87,779 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    87,779 miles
    Test number
    350511119279
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear registration plate discloured

  18. Fail87,779 miles (+3,753)2 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,779 miles
    Test number
    820441719295
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear registration plate discloured

  19. Pass84,026 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    84,026 miles
    Test number
    514843708262
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  20. Fail84,026 miles (+5,335)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,026 miles
    Test number
    500593908221
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  21. Pass78,691 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    78,691 miles
    Test number
    780423517212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T916 DFC

Does T916 DFC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T916 DFC expired on 29 Jul 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T916 DFC?
The MOT on T916 DFC expired on 29 Jul 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T916 DFC done?
T916 DFC was recorded at 120,041 miles at its MOT on 30 Jul 2022, an average of 2,758 miles a year.
Has T916 DFC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T916 DFC has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Nov 2016.
Has the mileage on T916 DFC 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 T916 DFC find?
T916 DFC passed its latest MOT on 30 Jul 2022 with 5 advisories: front brake pad(s) wearing thin; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 2 more.

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