R56ERH - VOLKSWAGEN GOLF

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Vehicle Overview

Make
VOLKSWAGEN
Model
GOLF
Colour
Blue
Year
1997
First Registered
August 1997
First Used
01 August 1997

Technical Details

Engine Capacity
1896 cc
Engine Size
1896 cc
Fuel Type
Diesel
Wheelplan
2 AXLE RIGID BODY
Weight
Not available

Environmental Impact

CO2 Emissions
Not available
Euro Status
Not available
Real Driving Emissions
Not available

Status & Compliance

Tax Status
Untaxed
Tax Due Date
April 11, 2014
Type Approval
Not available
Last V5C
13/03/2013

Data provided by DVLA

MOT History

Vehicle testing history with 10 MOT tests

This 1997 Volkswagen Golf (registration R56ERH) is a blue diesel vehicle with a 1896cc engine. It was first registered in August 1997 and has recorded a mileage of 117,324 miles. The vehicle's latest MOT test was conducted on 4 February 2014, and it is currently untaxed. The MOT test revealed multiple issues, including offside headlamp misalignment, excessive play in front suspension and track rod end ball joints, corrosion in seat belt anchorage and suspension components, and corrosion in brake pipes. Additionally, the vehicle failed due to restricted brake component movement. The MOT is no longer valid, and no recent MOT or advisories are available. No information on CO2 emissions or current tax status beyond being untaxed is provided.

Understanding MOT Defect Categories

Dangerous Direct and immediate risk to road safety or the environment. Vehicle must not be driven until repaired.
Major May affect safety, environment, or other road users. Repair immediately.
Minor No significant effect on safety but should be repaired as soon as possible.
Advisory Could become more serious in the future. Monitor and repair if necessary.

Total Tests

10

Passed Tests

8

Failed Tests

2

Latest Test

Failed

Failed - 04 February 2014

MOT Test at Unknown

Mileage: 117,324 mi

Major: 8 Advisories: 1

Passed - 23 January 2013

MOT Test at Unknown

Mileage: 105,639 mi

Expires: 09 February 2014

Advisories: 2

Failed - 22 January 2013

MOT Test at Unknown

Mileage: 105,619 mi

Major: 4 Advisories: 2

Passed - 07 February 2012

MOT Test at Unknown

Mileage: 103,366 mi

Expires: 09 February 2013

Passed - 10 February 2011

MOT Test at Unknown

Mileage: 96,709 mi

Expires: 09 February 2012

Passed - 08 February 2010

MOT Test at Unknown

Mileage: 89,058 mi

Expires: 07 February 2011

Advisories: 2

Passed - 05 February 2009

MOT Test at Unknown

Mileage: 78,584 mi

Expires: 05 February 2010

Passed - 31 January 2008

MOT Test at Unknown

Mileage: 69,190 mi

Expires: 05 February 2009

Passed - 06 February 2007

MOT Test at Unknown

Mileage: 60,557 mi

Expires: 05 February 2008

Passed - 24 January 2006

MOT Test at Unknown

Mileage: 48,500 mi

Expires: 02 February 2007

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the MOT due for R56ERH?

The vehicle's MOT status is Not valid.

What is the tax status of R56ERH?

The tax status is Untaxed and is due on 11 April 2014.

What are the specifications of R56ERH?

This is a 1997 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF in Blue. It runs on Diesel with a 1896cc engine.

What is the environmental impact of R56ERH?

Environmental data not available for this vehicle.