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Green · Diesel · 1999 · 1,900 cc

T920 BONMOT history

T920 BON is a green diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 15 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 3 Feb 2024 and it has passed 16 of 26 MOT tests, with 166,945 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Feb 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 3 Feb 2024
Mileage
166,945 mi
At MOT on 4 Feb 2023
MOT tests
26
16 passed · 10 failed
Per year
7,888 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T920 BON
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,900 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
15 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Feb 2024
Latest MOT test
4 Feb 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T920 BON was last recorded at 166,945 miles on 4 Feb 2023, 5,844 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Feb 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 5 Jan 2009: 47,432 miles, lower than 57,427 miles on 3 Jan 2009.
  • 12 Aug 2013: 105,857 miles, lower than 969,500 miles on 3 Aug 2012.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
161,101 miles · 2 Feb 2022
Between the last two tests
5,844 miles
Average per year
7,888 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 166,945 miles
  • 2022 – 161,101 miles
  • 2021 – 159,700 miles
  • 2019 – 158,664 miles
  • 2017 – 145,399 miles
  • 2016 – 133,969 miles
  • 2015 – 124,925 miles
  • 2014 – 116,474 miles
  • 2013 – 105,857 miles
  • 2012 – 969,500 miles
  • 2011 – 85,989 miles
  • 2010 – 74,760 miles
  • 2009 – 47,432 miles
  • 2007 – 38,687 miles
  • 2006 – 35,105 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass166,945 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (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.

  • Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2012–2017

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

26 tests since 19 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass166,945 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    166,945 miles
    Test number
    927496438268
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  2. Fail166,945 miles (+5,844)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,945 miles
    Test number
    594962493920
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  3. Pass161,101 miles (+1,401)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    161,101 miles
    Test number
    619240279299
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass159,700 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    159,700 miles
    Test number
    156810638848
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail159,700 miles (+1,036)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,700 miles
    Test number
    258244886065
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass158,664 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    158,664 miles
    Test number
    927521240891
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail158,664 miles (+4,354)1 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,664 miles
    Test number
    740011417913
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass154,310 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    154,310 miles
    Test number
    403755307293
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened lower locating tab bent (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Fail154,310 miles (+8,911)3 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,310 miles
    Test number
    276638581910
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened lower locating tab bent (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both (5.3.2 (b))

  10. Pass145,399 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    145,399 miles
    Test number
    408224191821
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing both (2.7.2a)

  11. Fail145,399 miles (+11,430)2 failures9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,399 miles
    Test number
    798998036881
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing both (2.7.2a)

  12. Pass133,969 miles (+9,044)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    133,969 miles
    Test number
    855147489751
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing both (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre worn inner
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  13. Pass124,925 miles7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    124,925 miles
    Test number
    925528315248
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteUnder-tray insecure

  14. Fail124,925 miles (+8,451)5 failures9 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,925 miles
    Test number
    145441115275
    • FailureFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteUnder-tray insecure

  15. Pass116,474 miles (+10,617)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    116,474 miles
    Test number
    375099814417
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  16. Pass105,857 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    105,857 miles
    Test number
    406507723237
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Fail105,857 miles (-863,643)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,857 miles
    Test number
    356944823488
    • FailureFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Pass969,500 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    969,500 miles
    Test number
    518756812285
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  19. Fail96,500 miles (+10,511)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,500 miles
    Test number
    356046112248
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  20. Pass85,989 miles (+11,229)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    85,989 miles
    Test number
    505200021205
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  21. Pass74,760 miles (+27,328)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    74,760 miles
    Test number
    770064210203
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass47,432 miles (-9,995)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    47,432 miles
    Test number
    652165109076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail57,427 miles (+18,740)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,427 miles
    Test number
    161763609023
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  24. Pass38,687 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2008
    Odometer
    38,687 miles
    Test number
    210014627180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail38,681 miles (+3,576)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,681 miles
    Test number
    402563927183
    • FailureNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  26. Pass35,105 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    35,105 miles
    Test number
    114669836198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T920 BON

Does T920 BON currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T920 BON expired on 3 Feb 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T920 BON?
The MOT on T920 BON expired on 3 Feb 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T920 BON done?
T920 BON was recorded at 166,945 miles at its MOT on 4 Feb 2023, an average of 7,888 miles a year.
Has T920 BON ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T920 BON has failed 10 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on T920 BON ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 5 Jan 2009. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T920 BON find?
T920 BON passed its latest MOT on 4 Feb 2023 with 6 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; front play in steering rack inner joint(s); front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread, and 3 more.

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