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Volkswagen Golf

Blue and Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,781 cc

T117 RHWMOT history

T117 RHW is a blue and black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 2 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 23 Aug 2027 and it has passed 21 of 32 MOT tests, with 89,952 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 23 Aug 2027
Mileage
89,952 mi
At MOT on 24 Aug 2026
MOT tests
32
21 passed · 11 failed
Per year
3,194 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T117 RHW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue and Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
2 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T117 RHW was last recorded at 89,952 miles on 24 Aug 2026, 646 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
89,306 miles · 23 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
646 miles
Average per year
3,194 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 89,952 miles
  • 2025 – 89,306 miles
  • 2024 – 88,990 miles
  • 2023 – 88,699 miles
  • 2022 – 88,510 miles
  • 2021 – 88,082 miles
  • 2020 – 87,753 miles
  • 2019 – 87,274 miles
  • 2018 – 83,373 miles
  • 2017 – 81,112 miles
  • 2016 – 79,049 miles
  • 2015 – 73,922 miles
  • 2014 – 69,593 miles
  • 2013 – 66,596 miles
  • 2012 – 62,004 miles
  • 2011 – 58,318 miles
  • 2010 – 51,286 miles
  • 2009 – 46,027 miles
  • 2008 – 39,145 miles
  • 2007 – 31,990 miles
  • 2006 – 26,300 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass89,952 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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.

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Exhaust noisy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2011

Full MOT history

32 tests since 20 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass89,952 miles (+646)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    89,952 miles
    Test number
    831506794849
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass89,306 miles (+316)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    89,306 miles
    Test number
    140758247037
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass88,990 miles (+291)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    88,990 miles
    Test number
    668928675926
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass88,699 miles (+189)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    88,699 miles
    Test number
    164817163780
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  5. Pass88,510 miles (+428)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    88,510 miles
    Test number
    888447796263
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass88,082 miles (+329)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    88,082 miles
    Test number
    610126502429
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass87,753 miles (+479)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    87,753 miles
    Test number
    375906318617
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  8. Pass87,274 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    87,274 miles
    Test number
    190944640742
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  9. Fail87,274 miles (+3,901)2 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,274 miles
    Test number
    894311877107
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  10. Pass83,373 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    83,373 miles
    Test number
    720039278848
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

  11. Fail83,373 miles (+2,261)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,373 miles
    Test number
    359851123036
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass81,112 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    81,112 miles
    Test number
    970623455997
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre inner edge bold
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  13. Fail81,112 miles (+2,063)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,112 miles
    Test number
    283260544723
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre inner edge bold
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  14. Pass79,049 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    79,049 miles
    Test number
    177489991564
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit AT LIMIT! (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement advise repair (2.4.G.2)

  15. Fail79,049 miles (+5,127)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,049 miles
    Test number
    671169890474
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit AT LIMIT! (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement advise repair (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass73,922 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    73,922 miles
    Test number
    782612840101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail73,922 miles (+4,329)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,922 miles
    Test number
    551769049756
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  18. Pass69,593 miles (+2,997)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    69,593 miles
    Test number
    937582464220
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass66,596 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    66,596 miles
    Test number
    899057863289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail66,584 miles (+4,580)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,584 miles
    Test number
    749477063256
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

  21. Pass62,004 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    62,004 miles
    Test number
    967411662248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail62,004 miles (+3,686)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,004 miles
    Test number
    367481062290
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  23. Pass58,318 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    58,318 miles
    Test number
    607527181274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail58,318 miles (+7,032)3 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,318 miles
    Test number
    647097881239
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteHeat shield rattling
    • NoteNearside rear brake signs of overheating/pads/disc

  25. Fail51,286 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,286 miles
    Test number
    333432890209
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  26. Pass51,286 miles (+5,259)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    51,286 miles
    Test number
    664722790230
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  27. Pass46,027 miles (+6,882)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    46,027 miles
    Test number
    973057489262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass39,145 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    39,145 miles
    Test number
    263348998266
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre sidewall perished
    • NotePlay in nearside front and offside front strut top mounts

  29. Fail39,145 miles (+7,155)1 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,145 miles
    Test number
    471278798227
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre sidewall perished
    • NotePlay in nearside front and offside front strut top mounts

  30. Pass31,990 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    31,990 miles
    Test number
    263801567277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail31,990 miles (+5,690)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,990 miles
    Test number
    504381767203
    • FailureNearside Inner Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  32. Pass26,300 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    26,300 miles
    Test number
    860803766255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T117 RHW

Does T117 RHW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T117 RHW is valid until 23 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T117 RHW?
The MOT on T117 RHW is valid until 23 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T117 RHW done?
T117 RHW was recorded at 89,952 miles at its MOT on 24 Aug 2026, an average of 3,194 miles a year.
Has T117 RHW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T117 RHW has failed 11 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Aug 2019.
Has the mileage on T117 RHW 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 T117 RHW find?
T117 RHW passed its latest MOT on 24 Aug 2026 with 1 minor defect and 8 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 6 more.

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