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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,595 cc

V733 HLFMOT history

V733 HLF is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 11 Dec 2024 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 118,354 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Nov 2024.

V733 HLF black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 11 Dec 2024
Mileage
118,354 mi
At MOT on 12 Nov 2024
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,229 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V733 HLF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Dec 2024
Latest MOT test
12 Nov 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

V733 HLF was last recorded at 118,354 miles on 12 Nov 2024, 1,111 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Dec 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
117,243 miles · 12 Dec 2023
Between the last two tests
1,111 miles
Average per year
4,229 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 118,354 miles
  • 2023 – 117,243 miles
  • 2022 – 106,422 miles
  • 2021 – 104,158 miles
  • 2020 – 101,618 miles
  • 2019 – 98,311 miles
  • 2018 – 95,879 miles
  • 2017 – 92,256 miles
  • 2016 – 88,220 miles
  • 2013 – 88,199 miles
  • 2012 – 80,782 miles
  • 2011 – 80,658 miles
  • 2010 – 72,531 miles
  • 2009 – 65,295 miles
  • 2008 – 46,355 miles
  • 2007 – 43,930 miles
  • 2006 – 38,636 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail118,354 miles
  • MajorEmissions unable to be completed too smokey , co / lambda / hydrocarbons excessive (8.2.1.2 (d))
  • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear / rear section (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
  • MajorOffside Front Inner Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) track rod (2.3 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorRear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive coolant (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear rear section

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Superficial corrosion to underside suspension but not to excess

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Offside Front Headlamp aim too low

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2017

  • Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2013

Full MOT history

25 tests since 6 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail118,354 miles (+1,111)13 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,354 miles
    Test number
    222489975161
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed too smokey , co / lambda / hydrocarbons excessive (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear / rear section (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) track rod (2.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive coolant (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass117,243 miles (+5,501)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    117,243 miles
    Test number
    548753026503
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear rear section (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuperficial corrosion to underside suspension but not to excess

  3. Fail111,742 miles (+5,320)1 dangerous4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,742 miles
    Test number
    373903410682
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick hitting disc (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed due to excess emissions (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorPower steering pump leaking poss switch (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear rear section (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuperficial corrosion to underside suspension but not to excess

  4. Pass106,422 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    106,422 miles
    Test number
    826135741940
    • AdvisoryFront Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached under cover front bumper (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play inner tie road slightly play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Fail106,217 miles (+2,059)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,217 miles
    Test number
    866961781916
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryFront Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached under cover front bumper (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play inner tie road slightly play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass104,158 miles (+2,540)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    104,158 miles
    Test number
    609087579386
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone arm bush both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass101,618 miles (+3,307)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    101,618 miles
    Test number
    484122573114
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass98,311 miles (+2,432)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    98,311 miles
    Test number
    605296920492
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass95,879 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    95,879 miles
    Test number
    752017300784

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail95,879 miles (+40)4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,879 miles
    Test number
    381729047252
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

  11. Fail95,839 miles (+3,583)10 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,839 miles
    Test number
    893768960569
    • 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))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass92,256 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    92,256 miles
    Test number
    255863979477
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Fail92,256 miles (+4,036)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,256 miles
    Test number
    251206199625
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  14. Pass88,220 miles (+21)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    88,220 miles
    Test number
    245080968192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail88,199 miles (+1,756)10 failures6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,199 miles
    Test number
    405729203389
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteSpare tyre defective
    • NoteWheel trims fitted

  16. Fail86,443 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,443 miles
    Test number
    458530913075
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

  17. Pass86,443 miles (+5,661)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    86,443 miles
    Test number
    635540213045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass80,782 miles (+124)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    80,782 miles
    Test number
    185014602463

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail80,658 miles (+8,127)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,658 miles
    Test number
    436877251324
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass72,531 miles (+7,236)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    72,531 miles
    Test number
    201840450323
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)

  21. Pass65,295 miles (+7,219)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    65,295 miles
    Test number
    563163959399
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

  22. Pass58,076 miles (+11,721)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    58,076 miles
    Test number
    921840819006
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteAttention to above items required in near future
    • NoteNearside front tyre wearing on inner edge
    • NoteSpare tyre below legal limits

  23. Pass46,355 miles (+2,425)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    46,355 miles
    Test number
    460476218006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass43,930 miles (+5,294)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    43,930 miles
    Test number
    360829807087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass38,636 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    38,636 miles
    Test number
    174586006061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V733 HLF

Does V733 HLF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V733 HLF expired on 11 Dec 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V733 HLF?
The MOT on V733 HLF expired on 11 Dec 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V733 HLF done?
V733 HLF was recorded at 118,354 miles at its MOT on 12 Nov 2024, an average of 4,229 miles a year.
Has V733 HLF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V733 HLF has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on V733 HLF 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 V733 HLF find?
V733 HLF failed its latest MOT on 12 Nov 2024 with 13 major defects, 2 minor defects and 4 advisories: emissions unable to be completed too smokey , co / lambda / hydrocarbons excessive; nearside brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear / rear section; nearside front headlamp aim too low, and 16 more.

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