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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,600 cc

T953 AFPMOT history

T953 AFP is a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 8 Mar 2022 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 157,443 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Mar 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 8 Mar 2022
Mileage
157,443 mi
At MOT on 8 Mar 2022
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,736 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T953 AFP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,600 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Mar 2022
Latest MOT test
8 Mar 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

T953 AFP was last recorded at 157,443 miles on 8 Mar 2022, 11,214 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Mar 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
146,229 miles · 9 Mar 2021
Between the last two tests
11,214 miles
Average per year
6,736 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 157,443 miles
  • 2021 – 146,229 miles
  • 2020 – 137,649 miles
  • 2019 – 131,786 miles
  • 2018 – 123,712 miles
  • 2017 – 117,364 miles
  • 2016 – 110,856 miles
  • 2015 – 105,727 miles
  • 2014 – 101,239 miles
  • 2013 – 97,487 miles
  • 2012 – 94,704 miles
  • 2011 – 92,497 miles
  • 2010 – 88,861 miles
  • 2009 – 78,365 miles
  • 2008 – 67,663 miles
  • 2007 – 58,871 miles
  • 2006 – 50,105 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail157,443 miles
  • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • MajorFront Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))
  • MajorFuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
  • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

What MOT failures mean

Full MOT history

25 tests since 1 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail157,443 miles (+11,214)1 dangerous8 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,443 miles
    Test number
    949565499657
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass146,229 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    146,229 miles
    Test number
    523856476754

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail146,229 miles (+8,580)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,229 miles
    Test number
    973853762282
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass137,649 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    137,649 miles
    Test number
    930199000672
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Fail137,649 miles (+5,863)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,649 miles
    Test number
    983178159894
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass131,786 miles (+21)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    131,786 miles
    Test number
    590587533656

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail131,765 miles (+8,053)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,765 miles
    Test number
    109696210552
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear wishbone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorPower steering component leaking power steering rack (2.1.5 (a))

  8. Pass123,712 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    123,712 miles
    Test number
    159239854374

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail123,711 miles (+6,347)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,711 miles
    Test number
    232454643744
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  10. Pass117,364 miles (+6,508)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    117,364 miles
    Test number
    642285080324

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass110,856 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    110,856 miles
    Test number
    869619829918
    • AdvisorySlight play in n/s steering rack arm

  12. Fail110,856 miles (+5,129)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,856 miles
    Test number
    795301487378
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisorySlight play in n/s steering rack arm

  13. Pass105,727 miles (+10)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    105,727 miles
    Test number
    149472395439
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  14. Fail105,717 miles (+4,478)5 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,717 miles
    Test number
    858161295014
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  15. Pass101,239 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    101,239 miles
    Test number
    976911694084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail101,239 miles (+3,752)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,239 miles
    Test number
    399620994041
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  17. Pass97,487 miles (+2,783)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    97,487 miles
    Test number
    648039893077
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  18. Pass94,704 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    94,704 miles
    Test number
    419643602182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail94,704 miles (+2,207)2 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,704 miles
    Test number
    576443402115
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteNearside stop light bulb is dimmer than expected

  20. Pass92,497 miles (+3,636)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    92,497 miles
    Test number
    807071701115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass88,861 miles (+10,496)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    88,861 miles
    Test number
    733461990040
    • NotePlease note: n/s stop light slightly dim.

  22. Pass78,365 miles (+10,702)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    78,365 miles
    Test number
    424417589075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass67,663 miles (+8,792)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    67,663 miles
    Test number
    170596898405
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass58,871 miles (+8,766)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    58,871 miles
    Test number
    572252507179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass50,105 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    50,105 miles
    Test number
    310801996036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T953 AFP

Does T953 AFP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T953 AFP expired on 8 Mar 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T953 AFP?
The MOT on T953 AFP expired on 8 Mar 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T953 AFP done?
T953 AFP was recorded at 157,443 miles at its MOT on 8 Mar 2022, an average of 6,736 miles a year.
Has T953 AFP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T953 AFP has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on T953 AFP 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 T953 AFP find?
T953 AFP failed its latest MOT on 8 Mar 2022 with 1 dangerous defect, 8 major defects, 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: nearside front tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure; front registration plate insecure; fuel cap/sealing device missing, and 13 more.

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