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Volkswagen Golf

Grey · Petrol · 1999 · 1,800 cc

V653 DYCMOT history

V653 DYC is a grey petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 10 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 10 Jan 2023 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 219,985 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Jan 2023.

V653 DYC grey Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Golf, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 10 Jan 2023
Mileage
219,985 mi
At MOT on 14 Jan 2023
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
8,324 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V653 DYC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,800 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
10 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Jan 2023
Latest MOT test
14 Jan 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

V653 DYC was last recorded at 219,985 miles on 14 Jan 2023, 17,681 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Jan 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
202,304 miles · 11 Jan 2022
Between the last two tests
17,681 miles
Average per year
8,324 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 219,985 miles
  • 2022 – 202,304 miles
  • 2020 – 184,579 miles
  • 2019 – 173,142 miles
  • 2018 – 168,648 miles
  • 2017 – 165,683 miles
  • 2016 – 162,674 miles
  • 2015 – 155,704 miles
  • 2014 – 150,528 miles
  • 2013 – 143,670 miles
  • 2012 – 135,154 miles
  • 2011 – 127,862 miles
  • 2009 – 117,756 miles
  • 2008 – 109,868 miles
  • 2007 – 102,223 miles
  • 2006 – 85,919 miles
  • 2005 – 74,932 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail219,985 miles
  • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • MajorFront Exhaust fumes entering cabin down pipe (6.1.2 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
  • MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rears (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin all rears (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019

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 Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Both front tyres worn badly on inside also perished on inside edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Drag on o/s/r wheel marginal pass

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Front discs very rusty

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Imbalance on front brakes

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

22 tests since 11 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail219,985 miles (+17,681)1 dangerous7 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    219,985 miles
    Test number
    277669698125
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Exhaust fumes entering cabin down pipe (6.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rears (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin all rears (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass202,304 miles (+17,725)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    202,304 miles
    Test number
    662376611929

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass184,579 miles (+13)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    184,579 miles
    Test number
    276564706667
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTemp repair to exhaust

  4. Fail184,566 miles (+11,424)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,566 miles
    Test number
    216326914411
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 0.86 (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits co fail 5.27% (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass173,142 miles (+4,494)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    173,142 miles
    Test number
    224352627755
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy sports exhaust fitted (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides, ( back bushes) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both sides (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySurface rust and corrosion, vehicle structure is corroded under neath body of vehicle and on front + rear suspension components

  6. Pass168,648 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2019
    Odometer
    168,648 miles
    Test number
    106381895470
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn badly on inside also perished on inside edge
    • AdvisoryDrag on o/s/r wheel marginal pass
    • AdvisoryFront discs very rusty
    • AdvisoryImbalance on front brakes
    • AdvisoryOil leak on rear of engine

  7. Fail168,647 miles (+2,964)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,647 miles
    Test number
    965821940558
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn badly on inside also perished on inside edge
    • AdvisoryDrag on o/s/r wheel marginal pass
    • AdvisoryFront discs very rusty
    • AdvisoryImbalance on front brakes
    • AdvisoryOil leak on rear of engine

  8. Pass165,683 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2018
    Odometer
    165,683 miles
    Test number
    291649464038
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust clamp badly corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wiper poor
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Slight play in track rod
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  9. Fail165,683 miles (+3,009)1 repaired9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,683 miles
    Test number
    328897580053
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust clamp badly corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wiper poor
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Slight play in track rod
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  10. Pass162,674 miles (+6,970)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2017
    Odometer
    162,674 miles
    Test number
    907515734025
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  11. Pass155,704 miles (+5,176)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2016
    Odometer
    155,704 miles
    Test number
    467359735166
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  12. Pass150,528 miles (+6,858)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2015
    Odometer
    150,528 miles
    Test number
    955569134144
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  13. Pass143,670 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2014
    Odometer
    143,670 miles
    Test number
    838551853105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail143,670 miles (+8,516)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,670 miles
    Test number
    288071653419
    • DangerousFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

  15. Pass135,154 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2013
    Odometer
    135,154 miles
    Test number
    779711452133
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  16. Fail135,154 miles (+7,292)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,154 miles
    Test number
    138220652113
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  17. Pass127,862 miles (+10,106)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    127,862 miles
    Test number
    726601111144
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  18. Pass117,756 miles (+7,888)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    117,756 miles
    Test number
    734602299239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass109,868 miles (+7,645)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    109,868 miles
    Test number
    642208698212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass102,223 miles (+16,304)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    102,223 miles
    Test number
    840665107340
    • NoteNearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

  21. Pass85,919 miles (+10,987)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    85,919 miles
    Test number
    511707016240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass74,932 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    74,932 miles
    Test number
    493363125215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V653 DYC

Does V653 DYC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V653 DYC expired on 10 Jan 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V653 DYC?
The MOT on V653 DYC expired on 10 Jan 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V653 DYC done?
V653 DYC was recorded at 219,985 miles at its MOT on 14 Jan 2023, an average of 8,324 miles a year.
Has V653 DYC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V653 DYC has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on V653 DYC 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 V653 DYC find?
V653 DYC failed its latest MOT on 14 Jan 2023 with 1 dangerous defect, 7 major defects and 6 advisories: offside rear tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; front exhaust fumes entering cabin down pipe; nearside front shock absorbers insecurely attached, and 11 more.

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