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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 1,900 cc

T977 NEGMOT history

T977 NEG is a blue diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 25 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 26 May 2024 and it has passed 17 of 28 MOT tests, with 167,695 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 May 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 26 May 2024
Mileage
167,695 mi
At MOT on 24 May 2023
MOT tests
28
17 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,751 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T977 NEG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,900 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
25 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 May 2024
Latest MOT test
24 May 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T977 NEG was last recorded at 167,695 miles on 24 May 2023, 1,916 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 May 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
165,779 miles · 27 May 2022
Between the last two tests
1,916 miles
Average per year
4,751 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 167,695 miles
  • 2022 – 165,779 miles
  • 2021 – 165,749 miles
  • 2020 – 165,447 miles
  • 2019 – 163,585 miles
  • 2018 – 161,354 miles
  • 2017 – 159,060 miles
  • 2016 – 154,784 miles
  • 2015 – 148,299 miles
  • 2014 – 140,819 miles
  • 2013 – 134,241 miles
  • 2012 – 127,739 miles
  • 2011 – 121,467 miles
  • 2010 – 114,380 miles
  • 2009 – 107,267 miles
  • 2008 – 100,354 miles
  • 2007 – 93,317 miles
  • 2006 – 85,571 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass167,695 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear axle, brake pipe, chasis corroded

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 Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2014–2018

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Chassis,suspension components,sub frame,rear axle,brakes and fuel lines corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Coolant leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

28 tests since 9 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass167,695 miles (+1,916)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2024
    Odometer
    167,695 miles
    Test number
    531991853596
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle, brake pipe, chasis corroded

  2. Pass165,779 miles (+15)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2023
    Odometer
    165,779 miles
    Test number
    632716747951
    • AdvisoryChassis,suspension components,sub frame,rear axle,brakes and fuel lines corroded
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  3. Fail165,764 miles (+9)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,764 miles
    Test number
    942368533364
    • MajorCentral Exhaust system insecure Bracket broken as marked (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust emits clearly visible black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryChassis,suspension components,sub frame,rear axle,brakes and fuel lines corroded
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  4. Fail165,755 miles (+6)1 dangerous7 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,755 miles
    Test number
    514784406146
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength spring mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Road wheel fixing loose (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Road wheel fixing loose (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail165,749 miles (+302)11 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,749 miles
    Test number
    444009341700
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking on an air braking system (1.1.11 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear exhaust mount insecure
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass165,447 miles (+1,862)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    165,447 miles
    Test number
    192435305309
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass163,585 miles (+2,231)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    163,585 miles
    Test number
    710665519008
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  8. Pass161,354 miles (+2,294)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    161,354 miles
    Test number
    738113758199
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to front (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake binding

  9. Pass159,060 miles (+4,276)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    159,060 miles
    Test number
    656514772917
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wiper split
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to front (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wiper split
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake binding

  10. Pass154,784 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    154,784 miles
    Test number
    726999138341
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Body has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)

  11. Fail154,784 miles (+6,485)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,784 miles
    Test number
    211291920236
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings sill (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Body has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)

  12. Pass148,299 miles (+146)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    148,299 miles
    Test number
    805453445086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail148,153 miles (+7,334)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,153 miles
    Test number
    128197935407
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass140,819 miles (+6,578)6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    140,819 miles
    Test number
    226017724047
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOffside front interior door handle stiff

  15. Pass134,241 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    134,241 miles
    Test number
    197592633083
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • 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)
    • NoteAirbag light on
    • NoteFront number plate deteriorated slightly

  16. Fail134,241 miles (+6,502)5 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,241 miles
    Test number
    376532633037
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • 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)
    • NoteAirbag light on
    • NoteFront number plate deteriorated slightly

  17. Pass127,739 miles (+6,272)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    127,739 miles
    Test number
    568227222013
    • NoteAirbag light on

  18. Pass121,467 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    121,467 miles
    Test number
    266311141061
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  19. Fail121,467 miles (+7,087)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,467 miles
    Test number
    798261341030
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  20. Pass114,380 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    114,380 miles
    Test number
    414762740089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail114,380 miles (+7,113)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,380 miles
    Test number
    871032940075
    • FailureFront Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass107,267 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    107,267 miles
    Test number
    612221849018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail107,267 miles (+6,913)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,267 miles
    Test number
    990491649009
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

  24. Pass100,354 miles (+46)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    100,354 miles
    Test number
    182859838077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail100,308 miles (+6,991)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,308 miles
    Test number
    994407838099
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  26. Pass93,317 miles (+7,746)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    93,317 miles
    Test number
    161306647444
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass85,571 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    85,571 miles
    Test number
    680811356011
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • NoteSeatbelt stork casing missing @ rear

  28. Fail85,571 miles9 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,571 miles
    Test number
    550380146039
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)
    • FailureIndicator switch insecure (1.4.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • NoteIndicator stork casing missing @ rear

Questions about T977 NEG

Does T977 NEG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T977 NEG expired on 26 May 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T977 NEG?
The MOT on T977 NEG expired on 26 May 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T977 NEG done?
T977 NEG was recorded at 167,695 miles at its MOT on 24 May 2023, an average of 4,751 miles a year.
Has T977 NEG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T977 NEG has failed 11 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 24 May 2022.
Has the mileage on T977 NEG 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 T977 NEG find?
T977 NEG passed its latest MOT on 24 May 2023 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: offside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; nearside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil; oil leak, but not excessive, and 1 more.

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