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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,800 cc

T971 KDGMOT history

T971 KDG is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 30 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 28 Mar 2019 and it has passed 13 of 21 MOT tests, with 193,961 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jan 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 28 Mar 2019
Mileage
193,961 mi
At MOT on 20 Jan 2022
MOT tests
21
13 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,656 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T971 KDG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,800 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
30 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Mar 2019
Latest MOT test
20 Jan 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

T971 KDG was last recorded at 193,961 miles on 20 Jan 2022, 44 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Nov 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 28 Mar 2015: 161,000 miles, lower than 182,758 miles on 13 Jan 2014.

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
193,917 miles · 17 Nov 2021
Between the last two tests
44 miles
Average per year
4,656 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 193,961 miles
  • 2021 – 193,917 miles
  • 2018 – 186,689 miles
  • 2017 – 177,752 miles
  • 2016 – 170,598 miles
  • 2015 – 161,000 miles
  • 2014 – 182,758 miles
  • 2012 – 177,629 miles
  • 2011 – 170,323 miles
  • 2010 – 161,627 miles
  • 2009 – 155,783 miles
  • 2008 – 150,686 miles
  • 2007 – 144,445 miles
  • 2006 – 135,334 miles
  • 2005 – 118,358 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail193,961 miles
  • DangerousOffside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
  • MajorAll direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
  • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt missing (7.1.2 (a))
  • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MajorNearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (5.2.3 (f))
  • MajorNearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
  • MajorOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
  • MajorService brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
  • AdvisoryExhaust noisy exhaust shortened (8.1.1 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s & n/s (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryFan belt worn
  • AdvisorySlight corrosion n/s wing

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2011

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

21 tests since 25 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail193,961 miles (+44)1 dangerous14 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,961 miles
    Test number
    723144561083
    • DangerousOffside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorAll direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt missing (7.1.2 (a))
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (5.2.3 (f))
    • MajorNearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy exhaust shortened (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s & n/s (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFan belt worn
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion n/s wing

  2. Fail193,917 miles (+7,228)2 dangerous7 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,917 miles
    Test number
    952710830852
    • DangerousNearside Front Macpherson strut attachment bracket/mounting insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Rear Upper Seat belt missing (7.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass186,689 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    186,689 miles
    Test number
    446130183534

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail186,689 miles (+8,937)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,689 miles
    Test number
    440258727003
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  5. Pass177,752 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    177,752 miles
    Test number
    955865859255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail177,751 miles (+7,153)13 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,751 miles
    Test number
    584782101819
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (7.1.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  7. Pass170,598 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    170,598 miles
    Test number
    584240300321
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNail in n/s rear tyre
    • AdvisoryNon standard exhaust fitted

  8. Fail170,598 miles (+9,598)12 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,598 miles
    Test number
    510018366082
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.4)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNail in n/s rear tyre
    • AdvisoryNon standard exhaust fitted

  9. Pass161,000 miles (-21,758)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    161,000 miles
    Test number
    198217285012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass182,758 miles (+8)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    182,758 miles
    Test number
    385953414035
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  11. Fail182,750 miles (+5,121)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,750 miles
    Test number
    107100214028
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  12. Pass177,629 miles (+7,306)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    177,629 miles
    Test number
    609357622363
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • NoteN/S/F wheel badge missing

  13. Pass170,323 miles (+8,696)1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    170,323 miles
    Test number
    835816241387
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBrake pad warning lamp on
    • NoteFront brake discs worn
    • NoteFront brake pads getting low
    • NoteRear brake pads getting low
    • NoteSlight body damage

  14. Pass161,627 miles (+83)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    161,627 miles
    Test number
    920993330345
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteFront brake discs worn
    • NoteN/s sill damaged
    • NoteO/s sill damaged
    • NoteO/s/f hubcap badge missing

  15. Fail161,544 miles (+5,761)1 failure1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,544 miles
    Test number
    412118320422
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteFront brake discs worn
    • NoteN/s sill damaged
    • NoteO/s sill damaged
    • NoteO/s/f hubcap badge missing

  16. Fail155,783 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,783 miles
    Test number
    253869029327
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass155,783 miles (+5,097)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    155,783 miles
    Test number
    283789029309
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass150,686 miles (+6,241)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    150,686 miles
    Test number
    484632158397

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass144,445 miles (+9,111)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    144,445 miles
    Test number
    444173957343

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass135,334 miles (+16,976)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    135,334 miles
    Test number
    381770256357
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  21. Pass118,358 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    118,358 miles
    Test number
    883578195271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T971 KDG

Does T971 KDG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T971 KDG expired on 28 Mar 2019, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T971 KDG?
The MOT on T971 KDG expired on 28 Mar 2019. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T971 KDG done?
T971 KDG was recorded at 193,961 miles at its MOT on 20 Jan 2022, an average of 4,656 miles a year.
Has T971 KDG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T971 KDG has failed 8 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on T971 KDG ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 28 Mar 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T971 KDG find?
T971 KDG failed its latest MOT on 20 Jan 2022 with 1 dangerous defect, 14 major defects and 5 advisories: offside front anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting fractured; all direction indicators not working; anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an abs fault, and 17 more.

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