TAP3Y - VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
MOT: ValidGB
·Last updated 14 days ago
The Volkswagen Golf, often referred to simply as the Golf, is a renowned compact car that has become a staple in the automotive world since its debut. Manufactured by Volkswagen, a German automaker known for engineering precision and quality, the Golf first appeared in 1974 and has since evolved through multiple generations. Its reputation is built on a combination of practicality, innovative features, and a reputation for reliability. Key specifications include efficient engine options, advanced safety features, and a versatile interior designed for comfort and usability. The Golf’s enduring popularity stems from its ability to blend everyday usability with a dynamic driving experience, making it a preferred choice for drivers seeking a well-rounded hatchback.
Vehicle Overview
Technical Details
Environmental Impact
Status & Compliance
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MOT History
Vehicle testing history with 26 MOT tests
The vehicle is a 1990 Volkswagen Golf, registered in April 1990 with registration number TAP3Y. It has a purple exterior and is powered by a 1,781cc petrol engine. The car's current MOT is valid until 12 May 2026, with the latest test conducted on 13 May 2025; there are no advisory notes. The recorded mileage is 123,407 miles. The vehicle is currently taxed. No information on CO2 emissions is available. Mechanical condition details are not specified.
Understanding MOT Defect Categories
Total Tests
26
Passed Tests
19
Failed Tests
7
Latest Test
Passed
Passed - 13 May 2025
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 123,407 mi
Expires: 12 May 2026
Passed - 13 May 2024
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 122,239 mi
Expires: 12 May 2025
Minor Defects:
- Minor Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated all (6.1.7 (g) (i))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer sidewall damage (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- Advisory Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underside corroding (inc components) (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- Advisory Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn rear subframe bushes in poor condition (5.1.2 (b) (i))
- Advisory Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Failed - 03 May 2024
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 122,239 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
- Major Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
- Major Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements both incorrectly spaced (0.1 (d))
- Major Nearside Front Suspension arm insecurely attached front bolt loose (5.3.3 (a) (i))
- Major Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions direction incorrect - all 4 tyres (5.2.3 (i))
- Major Nearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced floor pan / subframe mounting area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Minor Defects:
- Minor Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated all (6.1.7 (g) (i))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer sidewall damage (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- Advisory Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- Advisory Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underside corroding (inc components) (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- Advisory Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn rear subframe bushes in poor condition (5.1.2 (b) (i))
- Advisory Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Passed - 22 April 2023
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 120,634 mi
Expires: 22 April 2024
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- Advisory Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Passed - 23 April 2022
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 116,385 mi
Expires: 22 April 2023
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Failed - 16 April 2022
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 116,369 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Horn not working (7.7 (a))
- Major Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
- Major Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
- Major Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
- Major Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
- Major Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
Passed - 17 April 2021
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 110,444 mi
Expires: 16 April 2022
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Offside Front seat slightly loose
- Advisory Offside Front lower steering column boot split
- Advisory Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Failed - 23 February 2021
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 109,906 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
- Major Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
- Major Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- Major Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor pan (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- Major Nearside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- Major Offside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Minor Defects:
- Minor Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front seat is slightly loose in mounting
- Advisory Offside Front Lower steering column to rack boot split
- Advisory Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor pan (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- Advisory Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor pan (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Passed - 26 February 2020
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 107,402 mi
Expires: 25 February 2021
Passed - 30 January 2019
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 142,945 mi
Expires: 29 January 2020
Passed - 15 December 2017
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 138,998 mi
Expires: 15 December 2018
Passed - 16 December 2016
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 136,605 mi
Expires: 15 December 2017
Failed - 09 December 2016
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 136,605 mi
Major Defects:
- Major brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened both rear (3.5.1i)
- Major Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
Passed - 01 October 2015
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 135,943 mi
Expires: 12 October 2016
Passed - 26 September 2014
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 134,470 mi
Expires: 12 October 2015
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
Passed - 30 September 2013
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 132,593 mi
Expires: 12 October 2014
Passed - 23 September 2012
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 128,565 mi
Expires: 12 October 2013
Passed - 22 September 2011
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 122,855 mi
Expires: 12 October 2012
Passed - 25 September 2010
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 121,055 mi
Expires: 12 October 2011
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
- Advisory Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Passed - 13 October 2009
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 117,220 mi
Expires: 12 October 2010
Failed - 12 October 2009
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 117,220 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- Major Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
Passed - 23 February 2009
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 114,109 mi
Expires: 25 February 2010
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- Advisory Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
- Advisory Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
- Advisory Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
- Advisory Offside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
- Advisory Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
Failed - 23 February 2009
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 114,106 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- Major Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- Major Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
- Major Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- Advisory Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
- Advisory Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
- Advisory Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
- Advisory Offside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
- Advisory Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
Passed - 26 February 2008
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 103,379 mi
Expires: 25 February 2009
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
Failed - 21 February 2008
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 103,377 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
- Major Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
- Major Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
Passed - 28 December 2006
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 90,373 mi
Expires: 27 December 2007
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the MOT due for TAP3Y?
The MOT expires on 12 May 2026.
What is the tax status of TAP3Y?
The tax status is Taxed and is due on 01 June 2026.
What are the specifications of TAP3Y?
This is a 1990 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF in Purple. It runs on Petrol with a 1781cc engine.
What is the environmental impact of TAP3Y?
Environmental data not available for this vehicle.