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Volkswagen Golf

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,400 cc

V79 DSAMOT history

V79 DSA is a green petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 9 Sept 1999. Its MOT expired on 12 Sept 2022 and it has passed 17 of 28 MOT tests, with 93,433 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Sept 2022.

V79 DSA green Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 12 Sept 2022
Mileage
93,433 mi
At MOT on 5 Sept 2022
MOT tests
28
17 passed · 11 failed
Per year
3,777 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V79 DSA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,400 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
9 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Sept 2022
Latest MOT test
5 Sept 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

V79 DSA was last recorded at 93,433 miles on 5 Sept 2022, 10,082 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Aug 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
83,351 miles · 24 Aug 2021
Between the last two tests
10,082 miles
Average per year
3,777 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 93,433 miles
  • 2021 – 83,351 miles
  • 2020 – 75,668 miles
  • 2019 – 69,437 miles
  • 2018 – 64,539 miles
  • 2017 – 60,838 miles
  • 2016 – 58,178 miles
  • 2015 – 56,781 miles
  • 2014 – 54,256 miles
  • 2013 – 51,171 miles
  • 2012 – 48,659 miles
  • 2011 – 47,071 miles
  • 2010 – 44,209 miles
  • 2009 – 42,550 miles
  • 2008 – 40,797 miles
  • 2007 – 38,409 miles
  • 2006 – 33,584 miles
  • 2005 – 29,115 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail93,433 miles
  • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
  • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill holed. (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
  • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
  • MajorRear Floor excessively deteriorated boot floor excessively corroded. (6.2.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases leaking at clamp (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corrosion (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Pipe between caliper and flexi. (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corrosion (5.3.2 (b))

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.

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail93,433 miles (+10,082)5 major18 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,433 miles
    Test number
    934634955558
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill holed. (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorRear Floor excessively deteriorated boot floor excessively corroded. (6.2.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases leaking at clamp (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corrosion (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Pipe between caliper and flexi. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corrosion (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Pass83,351 miles (+2)15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    83,351 miles
    Test number
    659419443113
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail83,349 miles (+7,681)5 major15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,349 miles
    Test number
    415863073920
    • 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))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Insecure (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass75,668 miles (+6)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    75,668 miles
    Test number
    240849493843
    • AdvisoryExhaust has slight leak
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield loose
    • AdvisoryFront Reg plate cracked
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Slight play at steering arm
    • AdvisoryOffside Wiper torn at corner
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both hoses (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  5. Fail75,662 miles (+6,225)1 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,662 miles
    Test number
    364749486034
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has slight leak
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield loose
    • AdvisoryFront Reg plate cracked
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Slight play at steering arm
    • AdvisoryOffside Wiper torn at corner
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both hoses (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  6. Pass69,437 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    69,437 miles
    Test number
    399140753272
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play Steering arm ball joint. (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded Main pipe at rack has heavy surface corrosion. (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • 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))

  7. Fail69,435 miles (+4,896)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,435 miles
    Test number
    127690931572
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding No free rotation. 20KGF on RBT. (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play Steering arm ball joint. (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded Main pipe at rack has heavy surface corrosion. (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • 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))

  8. Pass64,539 miles (+7)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    64,539 miles
    Test number
    675426111265
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded connection to steering rack (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material connection to nsr brake hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake hose ferrule corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake hose ferrule corroded

  9. Fail64,532 miles (+3,694)2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,532 miles
    Test number
    385774715322
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded connection to steering rack (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material connection to nsr brake hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake hose ferrule corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake hose ferrule corroded

  10. Pass60,838 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    60,838 miles
    Test number
    120711402767

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail60,838 miles (+2,660)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,838 miles
    Test number
    854361402546
    • FailureBrake servo vacuum pipe split (3.6.C.1b)

  12. Pass58,178 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    58,178 miles
    Test number
    255708982839
    • AdvisoryN/s/f wheel arch liner insecure
    • AdvisoryO/s/r brake backing plate insecure

  13. Fail58,178 miles (+1,397)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,178 miles
    Test number
    868370639833
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded pipe on axle (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryN/s/f wheel arch liner insecure
    • AdvisoryO/s/r brake backing plate insecure

  14. Pass56,781 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    56,781 miles
    Test number
    180561917154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail56,779 miles (+2,523)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,779 miles
    Test number
    391876167545
    • FailureDirection indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)
    • FailureParking brake lever insecure (3.1.3b)

  16. Pass54,256 miles (+3,085)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    54,256 miles
    Test number
    177958634284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass51,171 miles (+2,512)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    51,171 miles
    Test number
    437158033284
    • NoteRear wiper torn.

  18. Pass48,659 miles (+1,588)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    48,659 miles
    Test number
    987037532255
    • NoteN/s/f shock absorber damp

  19. Pass47,071 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    47,071 miles
    Test number
    878867131294
    • NoteBoth front shock absorbers damp/leaking

  20. Fail47,071 miles (+2,862)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,071 miles
    Test number
    957887131261
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteBoth front shock absorbers damp/leaking

  21. Pass44,209 miles (+1,659)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    44,209 miles
    Test number
    100828130252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass42,550 miles (+1,753)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    42,550 miles
    Test number
    483728139210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass40,797 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    40,797 miles
    Test number
    782398638275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail40,797 miles (+2,388)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,797 miles
    Test number
    752478938281
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  25. Pass38,409 miles (+4,825)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    38,409 miles
    Test number
    381560547430
    • NoteREAR BRAKES BINDING

  26. Pass33,584 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    33,584 miles
    Test number
    410090446266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail33,584 miles (+4,469)1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,584 miles
    Test number
    304010946481
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteMiddle exhaust bracket broken
    • NoteN/s/f shock absorber damp
    • NoteO/s/f wishbone rear bush worn and deteriorated

  28. Pass29,115 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    29,115 miles
    Test number
    500968335261
    • NoteN/s/f shock absorber damp
    • NoteN/s/f tyre on 2mm
    • NoteO/s/f and n/s/f wishbone rear bushes worn
    • NoteO/s/f anti roll bar bush slightly worn

Questions about V79 DSA

Does V79 DSA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V79 DSA expired on 12 Sept 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V79 DSA?
The MOT on V79 DSA expired on 12 Sept 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V79 DSA done?
V79 DSA was recorded at 93,433 miles at its MOT on 5 Sept 2022, an average of 3,777 miles a year.
Has V79 DSA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V79 DSA has failed 11 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Sept 2022.
Has the mileage on V79 DSA 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 V79 DSA find?
V79 DSA failed its latest MOT on 5 Sept 2022 with 5 major defects and 18 advisories: anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an abs fault; nearside front integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill holed.; nearside front steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt, and 20 more.

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