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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Diesel · 1999 · 1,896 cc

T120 LBVMOT history

T120 LBV is a silver diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 7 May 2027 and it has passed 19 of 24 MOT tests, with 121,226 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 7 May 2027
Mileage
121,226 mi
At MOT on 7 May 2026
MOT tests
24
19 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,341 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T120 LBV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 May 2027
Latest MOT test
7 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T120 LBV was last recorded at 121,226 miles on 7 May 2026, 1,634 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
119,592 miles · 8 May 2025
Between the last two tests
1,634 miles
Average per year
3,341 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 121,226 miles
  • 2025 – 119,592 miles
  • 2024 – 117,945 miles
  • 2023 – 115,975 miles
  • 2022 – 113,896 miles
  • 2020 – 110,161 miles
  • 2019 – 105,785 miles
  • 2018 – 102,033 miles
  • 2017 – 98,108 miles
  • 2016 – 89,918 miles
  • 2015 – 83,400 miles
  • 2014 – 80,888 miles
  • 2013 – 78,634 miles
  • 2012 – 76,261 miles
  • 2011 – 73,255 miles
  • 2009 – 67,009 miles
  • 2008 – 64,851 miles
  • 2007 – 60,641 miles
  • 2006 – 54,366 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass121,226 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Mudflap close to wheel
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

24 tests since 2 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass121,226 miles (+1,634)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2027
    Odometer
    121,226 miles
    Test number
    253794844037
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Mudflap close to wheel
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass119,592 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2026
    Odometer
    119,592 miles
    Test number
    374143828918
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail119,592 miles (+1,647)2 dangerous1 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,592 miles
    Test number
    279254222812
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryO/s/r brake binding slightly

  4. Pass117,945 miles (+1,970)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    117,945 miles
    Test number
    250133926599
    • MinorOffside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryAll the tyres appear soft
    • AdvisoryLift in the front suspension strut top mountings

  5. Pass115,975 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    115,975 miles
    Test number
    250874990606
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight play in n/s of steering rack

  6. Fail115,975 miles (+2,079)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,975 miles
    Test number
    157308207168
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight play in n/s of steering rack

  7. Pass113,896 miles (+3,735)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    113,896 miles
    Test number
    891480875918
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryPlay in n/s of steering rack

  8. Pass110,161 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    110,161 miles
    Test number
    362095313266
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySlight play in o/s of steering rack

  9. Fail110,161 miles (+4,376)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,161 miles
    Test number
    298315709301
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySlight play in o/s of steering rack

  10. Pass105,785 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    105,785 miles
    Test number
    712623223620
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  11. Fail105,781 miles (+3,748)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,781 miles
    Test number
    280432780350
    • DangerousOffside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit 0.7 (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  12. Pass102,033 miles (+3,925)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2019
    Odometer
    102,033 miles
    Test number
    410295638903

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass98,108 miles (+8,190)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    98,108 miles
    Test number
    769384935404
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass89,918 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    89,918 miles
    Test number
    616069083384
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  15. Fail89,916 miles (+6,516)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,916 miles
    Test number
    306884048733
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  16. Pass83,400 miles (+2,512)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    83,400 miles
    Test number
    388789465145
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass80,888 miles (+2,254)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    80,888 miles
    Test number
    405743254123
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass78,634 miles (+2,373)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    78,634 miles
    Test number
    769574393094
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass76,261 miles (+3,006)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    76,261 miles
    Test number
    795424192076
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass73,255 miles (+6,246)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    73,255 miles
    Test number
    655831991038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass67,009 miles (+2,158)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    67,009 miles
    Test number
    612057689101
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  22. Pass64,851 miles (+4,210)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2009
    Odometer
    64,851 miles
    Test number
    650912028122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass60,641 miles (+6,275)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2008
    Odometer
    60,641 miles
    Test number
    291254527171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass54,366 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2007
    Odometer
    54,366 miles
    Test number
    943312926180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T120 LBV

Does T120 LBV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T120 LBV is valid until 7 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T120 LBV?
The MOT on T120 LBV is valid until 7 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T120 LBV done?
T120 LBV was recorded at 121,226 miles at its MOT on 7 May 2026, an average of 3,341 miles a year.
Has T120 LBV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T120 LBV has failed 5 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 7 May 2025.
Has the mileage on T120 LBV 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 T120 LBV find?
T120 LBV passed its latest MOT on 7 May 2026 with 7 advisories: central front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside front service brake fluctuating, but not excessively; nearside front track rod end ball joint has slight play, and 4 more.

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