
Volkswagen Golf
Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,595 cc
T974 RRDMOT history
T974 RRD is a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 20 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 26 Feb 2024 and it has passed 17 of 29 MOT tests, with 137,012 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Feb 2023.
- MOT
- Expired
- On 26 Feb 2024
- Mileage
- 137,012 mi
- At MOT on 27 Feb 2023
- MOT tests
- 29
- 17 passed · 12 failed
- Per year
- 6,475 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- T974 RRD
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- Volkswagen
- Model
- Golf
- Colour
- Blue
- Fuel type
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 1,595 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 1999
- First used
- 20 Jul 1999
- MOT status
- MOT expired on 26 Feb 2024
- Latest MOT test
- 27 Feb 2023 (Pass)
Mileage history
T974 RRD was last recorded at 137,012 miles on 27 Feb 2023, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Feb 2023.
- Previous MOT
- 137,012 miles · 17 Feb 2023
- Between the last two tests
- 0 miles
- Average per year
- 6,475 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2023 – 137,012 miles
- 2022 – 133,838 miles
- 2021 – 130,433 miles
- 2020 – 127,813 miles
- 2019 – 123,647 miles
- 2018 – 120,192 miles
- 2016 – 115,593 miles
- 2015 – 111,230 miles
- 2014 – 99,020 miles
- 2013 – 86,639 miles
- 2012 – 74,502 miles
- 2011 – 63,716 miles
- 2010 – 53,101 miles
- 2009 – 41,643 miles
- 2008 – 37,267 miles
- 2007 – 33,309 miles
- 2006 – 29,111 miles
What the latest MOT found
- MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
- AdvisoryNearside Front outer sill corrodedRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2021
- AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front and read , both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
- AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front and rear, both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
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 Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
Advisory6 MOTs, 2009–2015
Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively
Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023
Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively
Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023
Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2015
Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2013
Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2013
Full MOT history
29 tests since 29 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass137,012 miles1 minor4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 26 Feb 2024
- Odometer
- 137,012 miles
- Test number
- 332536271277
- MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front outer sill corroded
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front and read , both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front and rear, both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Fail137,012 miles (+16)1 dangerous1 minor4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 137,012 miles
- Test number
- 764983614677
- DangerousFront Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front outer sill corroded
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front and read , both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front and rear, both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Fail136,996 miles (+3,158)3 major2 minor17 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 136,996 miles
- Test number
- 439800770572
- MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
- MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Front outer sill corroded
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Pass133,838 miles1 minor5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 22 Jan 2023
- Odometer
- 133,838 miles
- Test number
- 543340753020
- MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Fail133,838 miles (+3,405)1 repaired1 minor5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 133,838 miles
- Test number
- 815864556154
- Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
- MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass130,433 miles (+117)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 22 Jan 2022
- Odometer
- 130,433 miles
- Test number
- 169165632768
- AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive coolant (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Fail130,316 miles (+2,503)5 major4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 130,316 miles
- Test number
- 646308510849
- MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
- MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass127,813 miles3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 15 Jan 2021
- Odometer
- 127,813 miles
- Test number
- 970720819166
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Fail127,813 miles (+4,166)1 repaired3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 127,813 miles
- Test number
- 822688771090
- Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Pass123,647 miles2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 15 Jan 2020
- Odometer
- 123,647 miles
- Test number
- 912221430657
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
Fail123,647 miles (+3,455)1 major6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 123,647 miles
- Test number
- 386471990076
- MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive end case corroded heavily (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass120,192 miles (+4,599)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 9 Jan 2019
- Odometer
- 120,192 miles
- Test number
- 277618252990
- AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
- AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
- AdvisoryOffside rear tyre worn on inner edge
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
Pass115,593 miles (+56)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 14 Dec 2017
- Odometer
- 115,593 miles
- Test number
- 302616208518
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
- AdvisoryOffside rear tyre worn on inner edge
Fail115,537 miles (+4,307)2 failures3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 115,537 miles
- Test number
- 484687719059
- FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
- FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre worn on inner/outer tread
- AdvisoryOil leak
Pass111,230 miles (+12,210)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 13 Dec 2016
- Odometer
- 111,230 miles
- Test number
- 200132158006
- AdvisoryCentre Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint crodded (7.1.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
Pass99,020 miles (+32)2 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- 2 Aug 2015
- Odometer
- 99,020 miles
- Test number
- 385141414254
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
- NoteN/s/r tyer flat
Fail98,988 miles (+12,349)9 failures2 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 98,988 miles
- Test number
- 859309904256
- FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
- FailureNearside Inner Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
- FailureOffside Inner Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
- FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
- NoteN/s/r tyer flat
Pass86,639 miles (+12,137)5 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- 2 Aug 2014
- Odometer
- 86,639 miles
- Test number
- 175896703282
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- NoteSteering is heavier to the right than the left,at idle,with wheels on a hard surface
Pass74,502 miles4 advisories2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 2 Aug 2013
- Odometer
- 74,502 miles
- Test number
- 257295412254
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
- NoteWhen vehicle is idleing & steering is rocked,steering is heavier to right than left,but no faults found with visible suspension components
Fail74,499 miles (+10,783)1 failure4 advisories2 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 74,499 miles
- Test number
- 135835112265
- FailureOffside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
- NoteWhen vehicle is idleing & steering is rocked,steering is heavier to right than left,but no faults found with visible suspension components
Pass63,716 miles (+254)6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 2 Aug 2012
- Odometer
- 63,716 miles
- Test number
- 287295111235
- AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
- AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
Fail63,462 miles (+10,361)4 failures6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 63,462 miles
- Test number
- 858428601237
- FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
- FailureNearside Inner Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- FailureNearside Rear Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)
- FailureOffside Rear Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
- AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
Pass53,101 miles (+37)4 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- 30 Jul 2011
- Odometer
- 53,101 miles
- Test number
- 844150510206
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- NoteNearside front tyre,very worn in inner edge
Fail53,064 miles (+11,421)3 failures6 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 53,064 miles
- Test number
- 912679600264
- FailureNearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
- FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
- FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
- NoteNearside front tyre,very worn in inner edge
Pass41,643 miles (+4,376)5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 30 Jul 2010
- Odometer
- 41,643 miles
- Test number
- 860392519247
- AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
- AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Pass37,267 miles
- MOT expiry
- 30 Jun 2009
- Odometer
- 37,267 miles
- Test number
- 441815468119
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail37,267 miles (+3,958)6 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 37,267 miles
- Test number
- 353725168112
- FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
- FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
- FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
Pass33,309 miles (+4,198)
- MOT expiry
- 30 Jun 2008
- Odometer
- 33,309 miles
- Test number
- 110249077126
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass29,111 miles
- MOT expiry
- 30 Jun 2007
- Odometer
- 29,111 miles
- Test number
- 712100786181
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about T974 RRD
- Does T974 RRD currently have a valid MOT?
- No. The MOT on T974 RRD expired on 26 Feb 2024, according to DVSA records.
- When is the MOT due on T974 RRD?
- The MOT on T974 RRD expired on 26 Feb 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
- What mileage has T974 RRD done?
- T974 RRD was recorded at 137,012 miles at its MOT on 27 Feb 2023, an average of 6,475 miles a year.
- Has T974 RRD ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. T974 RRD has failed 12 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Feb 2023.
- Has the mileage on T974 RRD 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 T974 RRD find?
- T974 RRD passed its latest MOT on 27 Feb 2023 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: nearside front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip; nearside front outer sill corroded; oil leak, but not excessive, and 2 more.
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