Why can't I restore the data from time machine?

I have backup all my data on time machine, and i'm pretty sure while i checked the file of those backup, those older data should be stored properly. But while i enter time machine, trying to find the date i wanna restore but i can't. only left few latest dates to choose. Anyone encounter the same issue? Anyone can help?

Section E in the first article.
Time Machine Troubleshooting
Time Machine Troubleshooting Problems

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