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Volkswagen Golf

Red · Diesel · 1999 · 1,900 cc

T956 ABKMOT history

T956 ABK is a red diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 18 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 13 Apr 2024 and it has passed 14 of 22 MOT tests, with 162,921 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Apr 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 13 Apr 2024
Mileage
162,921 mi
At MOT on 18 Apr 2024
MOT tests
22
14 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,254 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T956 ABK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,900 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
18 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Apr 2024
Latest MOT test
18 Apr 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

T956 ABK was last recorded at 162,921 miles on 18 Apr 2024, 2,028 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Apr 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
160,893 miles · 14 Apr 2023
Between the last two tests
2,028 miles
Average per year
4,254 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 162,921 miles
  • 2023 – 160,893 miles
  • 2022 – 158,482 miles
  • 2016 – 125,839 miles
  • 2015 – 148,722 miles
  • 2014 – 145,344 miles
  • 2013 – 140,572 miles
  • 2012 – 135,869 miles
  • 2011 – 127,181 miles
  • 2010 – 111,914 miles
  • 2009 – 101,135 miles
  • 2008 – 94,892 miles
  • 2007 – 90,571 miles
  • 2006 – 85,892 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail162,921 miles
  • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill 30cm of suspension mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorWindscreen in an unacceptable condition (3.2 (c) (i))
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryN/s and o/s rear tyres have small cuts not to cords
  • AdvisoryO/s outer sill slight corroded

What MOT failures mean

Full MOT history

22 tests since 10 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail162,921 miles (+2,028)3 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,921 miles
    Test number
    614375790417
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill 30cm of suspension mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen in an unacceptable condition (3.2 (c) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s and o/s rear tyres have small cuts not to cords
    • AdvisoryO/s outer sill slight corroded

  2. Pass160,893 miles (+29)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    160,893 miles
    Test number
    760915064952

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail160,864 miles (+27)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,864 miles
    Test number
    287187631452
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) lock nut insecure to track rod (2.3 (a) (i))

  4. Fail160,837 miles (+2,355)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,837 miles
    Test number
    137653234347
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn top mount has play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn top mount has play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass158,482 miles (+32,643)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    158,482 miles
    Test number
    604966951213
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Pass125,839 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    125,839 miles
    Test number
    678749598843

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail152,839 miles (+4,117)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,839 miles
    Test number
    966253638277
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  8. Pass148,722 miles (+3,378)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2016
    Odometer
    148,722 miles
    Test number
    276401745174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass145,344 miles (+4,772)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2015
    Odometer
    145,344 miles
    Test number
    608068344171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass140,572 miles (+4,703)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2014
    Odometer
    140,572 miles
    Test number
    217299143475

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass135,869 miles (+8,688)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2013
    Odometer
    135,869 miles
    Test number
    326802642104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass127,181 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2012
    Odometer
    127,181 miles
    Test number
    658952951156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail127,181 miles (+15,267)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,181 miles
    Test number
    747352551120
    • Repaired at testOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  14. Pass111,914 miles (+10,779)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2011
    Odometer
    111,914 miles
    Test number
    553264930182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass101,135 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2010
    Odometer
    101,135 miles
    Test number
    662315139145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail101,129 miles (+281)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,129 miles
    Test number
    580454339186
    • FailureBrake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

  17. Pass100,848 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    100,848 miles
    Test number
    900195469007
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Fail100,848 miles (+5,956)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,848 miles
    Test number
    730185769000
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass94,892 miles (+4,321)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    94,892 miles
    Test number
    154480278425

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass90,571 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    90,571 miles
    Test number
    434644667048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail90,571 miles (+4,679)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,571 miles
    Test number
    863904267029
    • Repaired at testRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • Repaired at testRear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  22. Pass85,892 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    85,892 miles
    Test number
    991809166094
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T956 ABK

Does T956 ABK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T956 ABK expired on 13 Apr 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T956 ABK?
The MOT on T956 ABK expired on 13 Apr 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T956 ABK done?
T956 ABK was recorded at 162,921 miles at its MOT on 18 Apr 2024, an average of 4,254 miles a year.
Has T956 ABK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T956 ABK has failed 8 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on T956 ABK 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 T956 ABK find?
T956 ABK failed its latest MOT on 18 Apr 2024 with 3 major defects, 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit; nearside rear outer suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill 30cm of suspension mounting; windscreen in an unacceptable condition, and 7 more.

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