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Volkswagen Golf

Green · Petrol · 1996 · 1,984 cc

P598 LLKMOT history

P598 LLK is a green petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 30 Dec 1996. Its MOT is valid until 26 Oct 2026 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 125,412 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Oct 2025.

P598 LLK green Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 26 Oct 2026
Mileage
125,412 mi
At MOT on 27 Oct 2025
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,229 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P598 LLK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
1996
First used
30 Dec 1996
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
27 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

P598 LLK was last recorded at 125,412 miles on 27 Oct 2025, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
125,410 miles · 23 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
3,229 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 125,412 miles
  • 2023 – 125,317 miles
  • 2022 – 125,217 miles
  • 2021 – 124,682 miles
  • 2020 – 124,394 miles
  • 2019 – 118,644 miles
  • 2018 – 114,362 miles
  • 2017 – 111,132 miles
  • 2016 – 109,650 miles
  • 2015 – 102,846 miles
  • 2014 – 98,561 miles
  • 2013 – 96,292 miles
  • 2012 – 91,242 miles
  • 2011 – 87,768 miles
  • 2010 – 85,349 miles
  • 2009 – 80,549 miles
  • 2008 – 76,464 miles
  • 2007 – 70,779 miles
  • 2006 – 60,156 miles
  • 2005 – 59,884 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass125,412 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

What MOT advisories 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.

  • Sill covers fitted

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Fuel filter damp

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

28 tests since 11 Jul 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass125,412 miles (+2)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    125,412 miles
    Test number
    161820105318
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail125,410 miles (+93)7 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,410 miles
    Test number
    550666920229
    • 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))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass125,317 miles (+100)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    125,317 miles
    Test number
    627895671085
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass125,217 miles (+535)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    125,217 miles
    Test number
    973949382507
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted

  5. Pass124,682 miles (+288)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    124,682 miles
    Test number
    570749384135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail124,394 miles (+5,750)5 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,394 miles
    Test number
    958018613122
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))
    • MajorEmissions not tested Due to exhaust leaking in centre section (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Road wheel badly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing has slight play Slight play in both rear bearings (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  7. Pass118,644 miles (+7)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    118,644 miles
    Test number
    835714335623
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFuel filter damp
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted

  8. Fail118,637 miles (+4,275)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,637 miles
    Test number
    903732428811
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFuel filter damp
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted

  9. Pass114,362 miles (+3,230)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    114,362 miles
    Test number
    696759706609

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass111,132 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    111,132 miles
    Test number
    722107615500

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail111,117 miles (+1,467)8 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,117 miles
    Test number
    741117979792
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp incorrect colour Purple (1.7.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front Steering rack gaiter split And leaking fluid (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Inner sidewall (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Sill area (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low Inside of headlight loose (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp incorrect colour Purple (1.7.5b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Sill area (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Cracking and perished (4.1.D.1a)

  12. Pass109,650 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    109,650 miles
    Test number
    219036234905

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail109,650 miles (+6,804)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,650 miles
    Test number
    509854150238
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

  14. Pass102,846 miles (+15)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    102,846 miles
    Test number
    395738228852
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  15. Fail102,831 miles (+4,270)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,831 miles
    Test number
    532916830625
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  16. Fail98,561 miles1 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,561 miles
    Test number
    186548954266
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres perishing (6 years old)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  17. Pass98,561 miles (+2,269)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    98,561 miles
    Test number
    417378854207
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres perishing (6 years old)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  18. Pass96,292 miles (+5,050)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    96,292 miles
    Test number
    697423473102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass91,242 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    91,242 miles
    Test number
    646397072176
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  20. Fail91,242 miles (+3,474)2 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,242 miles
    Test number
    949417672188
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  21. Pass87,768 miles (+2,419)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    87,768 miles
    Test number
    975455371194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass85,349 miles (+4,800)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    85,349 miles
    Test number
    103419570158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass80,549 miles (+4,085)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    80,549 miles
    Test number
    520935979124
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  24. Pass76,464 miles (+5,685)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    76,464 miles
    Test number
    580813388185
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass70,779 miles (+10,623)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    70,779 miles
    Test number
    253042477112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass60,156 miles (+272)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    60,156 miles
    Test number
    101445466458

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass59,884 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2006
    Odometer
    59,884 miles
    Test number
    222732195470

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail59,884 miles1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,884 miles
    Test number
    202412095182
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • NoteLight damage to front number plate

Questions about P598 LLK

Does P598 LLK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on P598 LLK is valid until 26 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on P598 LLK?
The MOT on P598 LLK is valid until 26 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has P598 LLK done?
P598 LLK was recorded at 125,412 miles at its MOT on 27 Oct 2025, an average of 3,229 miles a year.
Has P598 LLK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P598 LLK has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on P598 LLK 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 P598 LLK find?
P598 LLK passed its latest MOT on 27 Oct 2025 with 5 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides; nearside rear wheel bearing has slight play; offside front lower anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play, and 2 more.

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