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Volkswagen Golf

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,600 cc

T138 MKLMOT history

T138 MKL is a red petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 6 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 12 Aug 2027 and it has passed 21 of 23 MOT tests, with 111,459 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 12 Aug 2027
Mileage
111,459 mi
At MOT on 11 Aug 2026
MOT tests
23
21 passed · 2 failed
Per year
3,329 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T138 MKL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,600 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
6 May 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T138 MKL was last recorded at 111,459 miles on 11 Aug 2026, 13,859 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
97,600 miles · 13 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
13,859 miles
Average per year
3,329 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 111,459 miles
  • 2025 – 97,600 miles
  • 2024 – 83,440 miles
  • 2023 – 79,600 miles
  • 2022 – 77,282 miles
  • 2021 – 74,568 miles
  • 2020 – 74,215 miles
  • 2019 – 73,532 miles
  • 2018 – 72,752 miles
  • 2017 – 71,492 miles
  • 2016 – 70,127 miles
  • 2015 – 68,496 miles
  • 2014 – 66,553 miles
  • 2013 – 64,032 miles
  • 2012 – 62,185 miles
  • 2011 – 61,295 miles
  • 2010 – 60,409 miles
  • 2009 – 59,064 miles
  • 2008 – 55,786 miles
  • 2007 – 50,095 miles
  • 2006 – 43,913 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass111,459 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryCoolant leak From radiator.
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm tread remaining. (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm tread remaining. (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm tread remaining. (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm tread remaining, this tyre is also worn on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2010

Full MOT history

23 tests since 27 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass111,459 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    111,459 miles
    Test number
    539199954921
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak From radiator.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm tread remaining. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm tread remaining. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm tread remaining. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm tread remaining, this tyre is also worn on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail111,457 miles (+13,857)1 dangerous2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,457 miles
    Test number
    785030872398
    • DangerousNearside Front Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak From radiator.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm tread remaining. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm tread remaining. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm tread remaining. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm tread remaining, this tyre is also worn on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass97,600 miles (+14,160)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    97,600 miles
    Test number
    154218284719
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Anti roll bar D bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Bottom arm rear bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive From engine. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively Both. (1.2.1 (f))

  4. Pass83,440 miles (+3,840)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    83,440 miles
    Test number
    607916495869
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass79,600 miles (+2,318)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    79,600 miles
    Test number
    386751830720

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass77,282 miles (+2,714)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    77,282 miles
    Test number
    227271784431

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass74,568 miles (+353)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    74,568 miles
    Test number
    679368235713

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass74,215 miles (+683)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    74,215 miles
    Test number
    327159577950

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass73,532 miles (+780)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    73,532 miles
    Test number
    462348607895

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass72,752 miles (+1,260)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    72,752 miles
    Test number
    945479785408

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass71,492 miles (+1,365)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    71,492 miles
    Test number
    847338395615

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass70,127 miles (+1,631)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2017
    Odometer
    70,127 miles
    Test number
    125825123898

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass68,496 miles (+1,943)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2016
    Odometer
    68,496 miles
    Test number
    278577515478

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass66,553 miles (+2,521)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2015
    Odometer
    66,553 miles
    Test number
    169643134124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass64,032 miles (+1,847)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2014
    Odometer
    64,032 miles
    Test number
    676252823157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass62,185 miles (+890)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2013
    Odometer
    62,185 miles
    Test number
    667902032113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass61,295 miles (+886)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2012
    Odometer
    61,295 miles
    Test number
    417183831150
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass60,409 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2011
    Odometer
    60,409 miles
    Test number
    462826620101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail60,401 miles (+1,337)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,401 miles
    Test number
    863530420131
    • FailureNearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass59,064 miles (+3,278)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2010
    Odometer
    59,064 miles
    Test number
    733885829191
    • NoteAdvise o/s/f tyre wearing on inside edge

  21. Pass55,786 miles (+5,691)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    55,786 miles
    Test number
    830336418136
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass50,095 miles (+6,182)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    50,095 miles
    Test number
    732859207111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass43,913 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    43,913 miles
    Test number
    742097516111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T138 MKL

Does T138 MKL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T138 MKL is valid until 12 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T138 MKL?
The MOT on T138 MKL is valid until 12 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T138 MKL done?
T138 MKL was recorded at 111,459 miles at its MOT on 11 Aug 2026, an average of 3,329 miles a year.
Has T138 MKL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T138 MKL has failed 2 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on T138 MKL 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 T138 MKL find?
T138 MKL passed its latest MOT on 11 Aug 2026 with 5 advisories: coolant leak from radiator.; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm tread remaining.; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm tread remaining., and 2 more.

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