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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Diesel · 1999 · 1,900 cc

T983 PGPMOT history

T983 PGP is a silver diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 2 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 15 Nov 2022 and it has passed 14 of 25 MOT tests, with 204,654 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Nov 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 15 Nov 2022
Mileage
204,654 mi
At MOT on 16 Nov 2021
MOT tests
25
14 passed · 11 failed
Per year
6,616 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T983 PGP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,900 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
2 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Nov 2022
Latest MOT test
16 Nov 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

T983 PGP was last recorded at 204,654 miles on 16 Nov 2021, 7,191 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Nov 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
197,463 miles · 11 Nov 2020
Between the last two tests
7,191 miles
Average per year
6,616 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 204,654 miles
  • 2020 – 197,463 miles
  • 2017 – 179,398 miles
  • 2016 – 166,148 miles
  • 2015 – 159,727 miles
  • 2014 – 144,800 miles
  • 2013 – 134,129 miles
  • 2012 – 129,546 miles
  • 2011 – 126,721 miles
  • 2010 – 123,925 miles
  • 2009 – 121,183 miles
  • 2008 – 116,868 miles
  • 2007 – 112,134 miles
  • 2006 – 104,853 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass204,654 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2006–2017

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2008–2009

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2012

  • Nearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2011

Full MOT history

25 tests since 16 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass204,654 miles (+7,191)3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    204,654 miles
    Test number
    632399335122
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass197,463 miles (+9)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    197,463 miles
    Test number
    257386529218
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged at caliper (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront passenger door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule by axle beam (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

  3. Fail197,454 miles (+18,056)8 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,454 miles
    Test number
    456784968054
    • MajorFront Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged at caliper (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront passenger door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule by axle beam (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

  4. Pass179,398 miles (+17)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    179,398 miles
    Test number
    190651608899
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wiper blade split
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFuel tank strap corroded

  5. Fail179,381 miles (+13,233)7 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,381 miles
    Test number
    257363377658
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement back most bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault air bag light on (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wiper blade split
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFuel tank strap corroded

  6. Pass166,148 miles (+10)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    166,148 miles
    Test number
    446144200418
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  7. Fail166,138 miles (+6,411)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,138 miles
    Test number
    103595999725
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  8. Pass159,727 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    159,727 miles
    Test number
    510443747346
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre wearing on outer edge

  9. Fail159,701 miles (+14,901)2 failures2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,701 miles
    Test number
    998246034285
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre wearing on outer edge

  10. Pass144,800 miles (+10,671)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    144,800 miles
    Test number
    478928384252
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  11. Pass134,129 miles10 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    134,129 miles
    Test number
    907806193287
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteNearside rear brake slight binding
    • NoteOffside rear tyre slight tread perishing

  12. Fail134,129 miles (+4,583)3 failures10 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,129 miles
    Test number
    278854593278
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureParking brake lever, pawl mechanism pivots or their associated mountings are insecure (3.1.4b)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteNearside rear brake slight binding
    • NoteOffside rear tyre slight tread perishing

  13. Pass129,546 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    129,546 miles
    Test number
    315846392472
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryMacpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • NoteAirbag light on
    • NoteNearside rear tyre slight outer side wall damage and perishing

  14. Fail129,544 miles (+2,823)2 failures7 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,544 miles
    Test number
    927136392257
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryMacpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • 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)
    • NoteAirbag light on
    • NoteNearside rear tyre slight outer side wall damage and perishing

  15. Pass126,721 miles (+2,796)6 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    126,721 miles
    Test number
    326727491234
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth front brake discs pitted
    • NoteBoth rear tyres slight perishing
    • NoteNearside rear brake slight binding

  16. Pass123,925 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    123,925 miles
    Test number
    313018280433
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth front brake discs slight pitting
    • NoteBoth rear tyres slight perishing
    • NoteNearside rear tyre slight outer side wall damage

  17. Fail123,925 miles (+2,742)2 repaired2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,925 miles
    Test number
    613018580202
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth front brake discs slight pitting
    • NoteBoth rear tyres slight perishing
    • NoteNearside rear tyre slight outer side wall damage

  18. Pass121,183 miles (+3)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    121,183 miles
    Test number
    934555099298
    • AdvisoryMacpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre slight outer sidewall damage
    • NoteSlight damage offside front sill lip

  19. Fail121,180 miles (+4,312)2 failures5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,180 miles
    Test number
    870104899220
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOuter Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryMacpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre slight outer sidewall damage
    • NoteOffside rear brake slight binding
    • NoteSlight damage offside front sill lip

  20. Pass116,868 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    116,868 miles
    Test number
    300920698492
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  21. Fail116,868 miles (+4,734)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,868 miles
    Test number
    110988888265
    • FailureNearside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)
    • FailureBrake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  22. Pass112,134 miles (+8)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    112,134 miles
    Test number
    370648987451
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  23. Fail112,126 miles (+7,273)1 dangerous4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,126 miles
    Test number
    102895987289
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Fail104,853 miles1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,853 miles
    Test number
    503289086241
    • Repaired at testFront Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside front tyre slight outer side wall damage

  25. Pass104,853 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    104,853 miles
    Test number
    733039386259
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside front tyre slight outer side wall damage

Questions about T983 PGP

Does T983 PGP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T983 PGP expired on 15 Nov 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T983 PGP?
The MOT on T983 PGP expired on 15 Nov 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T983 PGP done?
T983 PGP was recorded at 204,654 miles at its MOT on 16 Nov 2021, an average of 6,616 miles a year.
Has T983 PGP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T983 PGP has failed 11 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Oct 2020.
Has the mileage on T983 PGP 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 T983 PGP find?
T983 PGP passed its latest MOT on 16 Nov 2021 with 3 minor defects and 4 advisories: nearside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; offside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources, and 4 more.

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