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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Petrol · 1998 · 1,595 cc

T976 SFLMOT history

T976 SFL is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 12 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 31 May 2024 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 121,546 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Jun 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 31 May 2024
Mileage
121,546 mi
At MOT on 1 Jun 2023
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,704 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T976 SFL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
12 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 31 May 2024
Latest MOT test
1 Jun 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T976 SFL was last recorded at 121,546 miles on 1 Jun 2023, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 May 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
121,546 miles · 17 May 2023
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,704 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 121,546 miles
  • 2022 – 120,515 miles
  • 2021 – 119,083 miles
  • 2020 – 117,850 miles
  • 2019 – 115,864 miles
  • 2018 – 114,755 miles
  • 2017 – 112,840 miles
  • 2016 – 110,003 miles
  • 2015 – 108,453 miles
  • 2014 – 105,539 miles
  • 2013 – 101,642 miles
  • 2012 – 97,814 miles
  • 2011 – 93,485 miles
  • 2010 – 89,003 miles
  • 2009 – 82,376 miles
  • 2008 – 74,839 miles
  • 2007 – 68,186 miles
  • 2006 – 58,934 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass121,546 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Nearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2011

Full MOT history

22 tests since 6 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass121,546 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2024
    Odometer
    121,546 miles
    Test number
    352421931796

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail121,546 miles (+1,031)9 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,546 miles
    Test number
    491372544005
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed massive exhaust blow at rear box (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases at rear box (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Power steering pipe/hose leaking p a s pipe (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass120,515 miles (+1,432)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    120,515 miles
    Test number
    578242368016
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all rear steel brake pipes corroded near ends (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass119,083 miles (+1,233)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    119,083 miles
    Test number
    642486269847
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass117,850 miles (+1,986)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    117,850 miles
    Test number
    971965816233
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass115,864 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    115,864 miles
    Test number
    861196973103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail115,864 miles (+1,109)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,864 miles
    Test number
    146700499073
    • MajorNearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass114,755 miles (+1,915)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    114,755 miles
    Test number
    206965340427
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  9. Pass112,840 miles (+2,837)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    112,840 miles
    Test number
    755766720580
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

  10. Pass110,003 miles (+1,550)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    110,003 miles
    Test number
    762609405081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass108,453 miles (+2,914)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    108,453 miles
    Test number
    948866865125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass105,539 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    105,539 miles
    Test number
    967454454125
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteSurface corrosion to rear metal brake pipes

  13. Fail105,538 miles (+3,896)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,538 miles
    Test number
    296644154467
    • FailureNearside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteSurface corrosion to rear metal brake pipes

  14. Pass101,642 miles (+3,828)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    101,642 miles
    Test number
    206388053409

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass97,814 miles (+4,329)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    97,814 miles
    Test number
    468484362179
    • NoteClutch weak
    • NotePlay in steering rack on limit
    • NoteRear brake feeds corroded

  16. Pass93,485 miles (+4,482)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    93,485 miles
    Test number
    448318851112
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NotePlay in both inner rack joints

  17. Pass89,003 miles (+6,627)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    89,003 miles
    Test number
    842362060164
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront pipe and centre section joining pipe clamps broken
    • NoteRear brake discs in poor condition

  18. Pass82,376 miles (+7,537)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    82,376 miles
    Test number
    380442069198
    • 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)

  19. Pass74,839 miles (+6,653)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    74,839 miles
    Test number
    543444768119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass68,186 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    68,186 miles
    Test number
    301683017221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail68,185 miles (+9,251)2 dangerous4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,185 miles
    Test number
    514283317282
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • DangerousService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureBrake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

  22. Pass58,934 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    58,934 miles
    Test number
    260397186130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T976 SFL

Does T976 SFL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T976 SFL expired on 31 May 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T976 SFL?
The MOT on T976 SFL expired on 31 May 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T976 SFL done?
T976 SFL was recorded at 121,546 miles at its MOT on 1 Jun 2023, an average of 3,704 miles a year.
Has T976 SFL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T976 SFL has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 17 May 2023.
Has the mileage on T976 SFL 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 T976 SFL find?
T976 SFL passed its latest MOT on 1 Jun 2023 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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