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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,800 cc

T979 KDFMOT history

T979 KDF is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 9 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 3 Feb 2024 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 138,475 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Feb 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 3 Feb 2024
Mileage
138,475 mi
At MOT on 2 Feb 2023
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,767 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T979 KDF
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
9 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Feb 2024
Latest MOT test
2 Feb 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T979 KDF was last recorded at 138,475 miles on 2 Feb 2023, 11,903 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Feb 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
126,572 miles · 4 Feb 2022
Between the last two tests
11,903 miles
Average per year
4,767 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 138,475 miles
  • 2022 – 126,572 miles
  • 2020 – 120,822 miles
  • 2019 – 116,268 miles
  • 2018 – 108,389 miles
  • 2017 – 104,046 miles
  • 2016 – 98,545 miles
  • 2015 – 93,545 miles
  • 2014 – 88,209 miles
  • 2013 – 81,859 miles
  • 2012 – 79,749 miles
  • 2011 – 76,783 miles
  • 2010 – 74,117 miles
  • 2009 – 71,688 miles
  • 2008 – 68,136 miles
  • 2007 – 63,766 miles
  • 2006 – 58,729 miles
  • 2005 – 55,050 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass138,475 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2018

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.

  • Exhaust noisy

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2017–2020

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major4 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits

    Major3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

26 tests since 3 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass138,475 miles (+11,903)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    138,475 miles
    Test number
    565118856654
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass126,572 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    126,572 miles
    Test number
    396304149386
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail126,571 miles (+5,749)3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,571 miles
    Test number
    166111661887
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect can see bulb not fitted correctly (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass120,822 miles (+84)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    120,822 miles
    Test number
    939824344545
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust 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 195/55/15 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 195/65/15 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail120,738 miles (+4,470)8 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,738 miles
    Test number
    706179385925
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust 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 195/55/15 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 195/65/15 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass116,268 miles (+133)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    116,268 miles
    Test number
    686456255261
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail116,135 miles (+7,746)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,135 miles
    Test number
    539368002255
    • 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))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass108,389 miles (+8)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    108,389 miles
    Test number
    693941933065
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear shock absorber cover detached
    • AdvisorySlight exhaust blow rear silencer

  9. Fail108,381 miles (+11)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,381 miles
    Test number
    464231501431
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock Absorber Cover detached
    • AdvisorySight exhaust blow Rear Silencer

  10. Fail108,370 miles (+12)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,370 miles
    Test number
    130082236636
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle abs is holding brakes on (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases has been repaired (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases has exhaust cement over hole but still blowing (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside front and both rear tyre valves perishing
    • AdvisoryUndertray on offside front slightly loose

  11. Fail108,358 miles (+4,312)4 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,358 miles
    Test number
    383478443002
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle abs is holding brakes on (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases has been repaired (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases has exhaust cement over hole but still blowing (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside front and both rear tyre valves perishing
    • AdvisoryUndertray on offside front slightly loose

  12. Pass104,046 miles (+38)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    104,046 miles
    Test number
    938489728383
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre 17 years old
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  13. Fail104,008 miles (+5,463)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,008 miles
    Test number
    352840951083
    • FailureFront Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush both (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre 17 years old
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  14. Pass98,545 miles (+5,000)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    98,545 miles
    Test number
    936387158143
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres on 3mm also cracking and cuts across tread

  15. Pass93,545 miles (+5,336)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    93,545 miles
    Test number
    215825195150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass88,209 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    88,209 miles
    Test number
    329290714294
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteGearbox oil leak

  17. Fail88,209 miles (+6,350)4 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,209 miles
    Test number
    105246804295
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteGearbox oil leak

  18. Pass81,859 miles (+2,110)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    81,859 miles
    Test number
    457828593160
    • NoteRear axle bushes worn

  19. Pass79,749 miles (+2,966)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    79,749 miles
    Test number
    268783722265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass76,783 miles (+2,666)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    76,783 miles
    Test number
    566362921220
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass74,117 miles (+2,429)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    74,117 miles
    Test number
    410404020232
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass71,688 miles (+3,552)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    71,688 miles
    Test number
    441918919262
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass68,136 miles (+4,370)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    68,136 miles
    Test number
    724747618246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass63,766 miles (+5,037)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    63,766 miles
    Test number
    822719317213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass58,729 miles (+3,679)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    58,729 miles
    Test number
    243624116298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass55,050 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    55,050 miles
    Test number
    301935515400
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • 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 T979 KDF

Does T979 KDF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T979 KDF expired on 3 Feb 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T979 KDF?
The MOT on T979 KDF expired on 3 Feb 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T979 KDF done?
T979 KDF was recorded at 138,475 miles at its MOT on 2 Feb 2023, an average of 4,767 miles a year.
Has T979 KDF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T979 KDF has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on T979 KDF 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 T979 KDF find?
T979 KDF passed its latest MOT on 2 Feb 2023 with 4 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; front brake pad(s) wearing thin; offside front play in steering rack inner joint(s), and 1 more.

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