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Volkswagen Golf

Grey · Petrol · 1999 · 1,600 cc

V646 HCEMOT history

V646 HCE is a grey petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 30 Nov 1999. Its MOT expired on 21 Mar 2024 and it has passed 17 of 28 MOT tests, with 140,483 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Mar 2024.

V646 HCE grey Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 21 Mar 2024
Mileage
140,483 mi
At MOT on 14 Mar 2024
MOT tests
28
17 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,867 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V646 HCE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,600 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
30 Nov 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Mar 2024
Latest MOT test
14 Mar 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

V646 HCE was last recorded at 140,483 miles on 14 Mar 2024, 6,972 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Mar 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
133,511 miles · 15 Mar 2023
Between the last two tests
6,972 miles
Average per year
4,867 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 140,483 miles
  • 2023 – 133,511 miles
  • 2022 – 126,439 miles
  • 2021 – 121,558 miles
  • 2020 – 114,118 miles
  • 2019 – 113,085 miles
  • 2018 – 111,787 miles
  • 2017 – 109,513 miles
  • 2016 – 107,027 miles
  • 2015 – 103,101 miles
  • 2014 – 99,264 miles
  • 2013 – 95,487 miles
  • 2012 – 92,699 miles
  • 2011 – 88,832 miles
  • 2009 – 80,123 miles
  • 2008 – 71,893 miles
  • 2007 – 61,104 miles
  • 2006 – 55,899 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail140,483 miles
  • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
  • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
  • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both sides (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rears (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

What MOT failures 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 Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2022

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2013

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

28 tests since 27 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail140,483 miles (+6,972)12 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,483 miles
    Test number
    795140778167
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both sides (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rears (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  2. Pass133,511 miles (+7,072)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    133,511 miles
    Test number
    268770136051
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  3. Pass126,439 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    126,439 miles
    Test number
    514754022028
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective clamp broken near rear axle (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail126,439 miles (+4,881)1 dangerous8 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,439 miles
    Test number
    946174519473
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Brake cable damaged (1.1.15 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective clamp broken near rear axle (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  5. Pass121,558 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    121,558 miles
    Test number
    338711355433
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside handbrake cable outer covering damaged

  6. Fail121,558 miles (+7,440)4 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,558 miles
    Test number
    989825204788
    • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside handbrake cable outer covering damaged

  7. Pass114,118 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    114,118 miles
    Test number
    490824725254
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryErratic rpm

  8. Fail114,118 miles (+1,033)1 major3 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,118 miles
    Test number
    987899454997
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Seat belt installation anchorage insecure loose (10.1 (d))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryErratic rpm

  9. Pass113,085 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    113,085 miles
    Test number
    475975158984
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail113,085 miles (+1,298)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,085 miles
    Test number
    854216714930
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass111,787 miles (+2,274)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    111,787 miles
    Test number
    582734986440
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  12. Pass109,513 miles (+2,486)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    109,513 miles
    Test number
    287019978757

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass107,027 miles (+3,926)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    107,027 miles
    Test number
    594566753637

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail103,101 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,101 miles
    Test number
    527584145050
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

  15. Pass103,101 miles (+3,837)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    103,101 miles
    Test number
    538584545036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass99,264 miles (+3,777)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    99,264 miles
    Test number
    156679634416

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass95,487 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    95,487 miles
    Test number
    327072153099
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  18. Fail95,487 miles (+2,788)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,487 miles
    Test number
    478890553061
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Axle swivel joint has excessive play (2.5.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  19. Pass92,699 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    92,699 miles
    Test number
    977660032086
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  20. Fail92,699 miles (+3,867)2 dangerous1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,699 miles
    Test number
    428357122097
    • DangerousNearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • DangerousOffside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  21. Pass88,832 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    88,832 miles
    Test number
    116303211024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail88,832 miles (+8,709)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,832 miles
    Test number
    945492711068
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

  23. Pass80,123 miles (+38)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    80,123 miles
    Test number
    241174299164
    • 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)

  24. Fail80,085 miles (+8,192)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,085 miles
    Test number
    130851699132
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • 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)

  25. Fail71,893 miles2 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,893 miles
    Test number
    171875428265
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEmissions slow to react

  26. Pass71,893 miles (+10,789)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    71,893 miles
    Test number
    451875728290
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEmissions slow to react

  27. Pass61,104 miles (+5,205)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    61,104 miles
    Test number
    393364687104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass55,899 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    55,899 miles
    Test number
    242050106352
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Questions about V646 HCE

Does V646 HCE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V646 HCE expired on 21 Mar 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V646 HCE?
The MOT on V646 HCE expired on 21 Mar 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V646 HCE done?
V646 HCE was recorded at 140,483 miles at its MOT on 14 Mar 2024, an average of 4,867 miles a year.
Has V646 HCE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V646 HCE has failed 11 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on V646 HCE 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 V646 HCE find?
V646 HCE failed its latest MOT on 14 Mar 2024 with 12 major defects and 7 advisories: anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an abs fault; emissions unable to be completed; exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases, and 16 more.

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