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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,600 cc

T149 RPMMOT history

T149 RPM is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 1 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 6 May 2026 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 85,012 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 May 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 6 May 2026
Mileage
85,012 mi
At MOT on 7 May 2025
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,019 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T149 RPM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,600 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 May 2026
Latest MOT test
7 May 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T149 RPM was last recorded at 85,012 miles on 7 May 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
85,012 miles · 1 May 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,019 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 85,012 miles
  • 2023 – 83,953 miles
  • 2022 – 83,864 miles
  • 2021 – 82,759 miles
  • 2020 – 81,145 miles
  • 2018 – 77,045 miles
  • 2017 – 74,617 miles
  • 2016 – 72,241 miles
  • 2015 – 69,376 miles
  • 2014 – 67,129 miles
  • 2013 – 64,630 miles
  • 2012 – 61,623 miles
  • 2011 – 56,586 miles
  • 2010 – 50,686 miles
  • 2009 – 43,514 miles
  • 2008 – 37,017 miles
  • 2007 – 30,153 miles
  • 2006 – 27,694 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass85,012 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all discs pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))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.

  • Coolant leak

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2015

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side

    Major3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

27 tests since 13 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass85,012 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2026
    Odometer
    85,012 miles
    Test number
    417162071030
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all discs pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  2. Fail85,012 miles (+1,059)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,012 miles
    Test number
    831534649548
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all discs pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  3. Pass83,953 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    83,953 miles
    Test number
    943442922681
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all discs pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak

  4. Fail83,950 miles (+86)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,950 miles
    Test number
    872877914609
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all discs pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak

  5. Pass83,864 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2023
    Odometer
    83,864 miles
    Test number
    169959298033
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak

  6. Fail83,862 miles (+1,103)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,862 miles
    Test number
    527127754819
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak

  7. Pass82,759 miles (+6)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2022
    Odometer
    82,759 miles
    Test number
    955948788124
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Fail82,753 miles (+1,608)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,753 miles
    Test number
    805213489161
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass81,145 miles (+8)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2021
    Odometer
    81,145 miles
    Test number
    421386603157
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Fail81,137 miles (+4,092)7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,137 miles
    Test number
    459063609723
    • 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))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Pass77,045 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    77,045 miles
    Test number
    245592744774
    • AdvisoryEngine/gearbox leak? drip visible
    • AdvisoryParking brake release button incomplete
    • AdvisoryPulley belt perishing
    • AdvisoryRear number plate poor
    • AdvisorySlight lift at near side front top strut mounting
    • AdvisoryWiper blades in poor condition

  12. Fail77,045 miles (+2,428)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,045 miles
    Test number
    957133280297
    • MajorDriver's airbag obviously inoperative (7.1.5 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended fails to retract/twisted (7.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryEngine/gearbox leak? drip visible
    • AdvisoryParking brake release button incomplete
    • AdvisoryPulley belt perishing
    • AdvisoryRear number plate poor
    • AdvisorySlight lift at near side front top strut mounting
    • AdvisoryWiper blades in poor condition

  13. Pass74,617 miles (+2,376)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    74,617 miles
    Test number
    860639679136
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake is slightly binding
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  14. Pass72,241 miles (+2,865)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    72,241 miles
    Test number
    816779461801
    • AdvisoryBoth o/s and n/s rear beam axle bushes slightly deteriorated.
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust mount broken.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre slightly perished.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake grabbing slightly.

  15. Pass69,376 miles (+2,247)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    69,376 miles
    Test number
    136366205226
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteO/S/F tyre 2-3mm + wearing on inner edge.

  16. Pass67,129 miles (+2)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    67,129 miles
    Test number
    368731414467
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteSpare tyre deflated

  17. Fail67,127 miles (+2,497)8 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,127 miles
    Test number
    515270514275
    • FailureNearside Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt stitching badly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteSpare tyre deflated

  18. Pass64,630 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    64,630 miles
    Test number
    145042213231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail64,630 miles (+3,007)1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,630 miles
    Test number
    389812613456
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • NoteAdvise re,tacking of centre exhaust mount .......
    • NoteO/s/r shock absorber weeping .......
    • NoteWipers smear .......

  20. Pass61,623 miles (+5,037)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    61,623 miles
    Test number
    396976202262
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteAirbag warning light is on

  21. Pass56,586 miles (+5,900)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    56,586 miles
    Test number
    666934001278
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteRear brakes uneven

  22. Pass50,686 miles (+7,172)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    50,686 miles
    Test number
    691556830289
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  23. Pass43,514 miles (+6,497)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    43,514 miles
    Test number
    572797639218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass37,017 miles (+6,864)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    37,017 miles
    Test number
    773497858253
    • NoteOff side rear tyre perishing and low

  25. Pass30,153 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    30,153 miles
    Test number
    210188267267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail30,153 miles (+2,459)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,153 miles
    Test number
    451247867257
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  27. Pass27,694 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2007
    Odometer
    27,694 miles
    Test number
    590093536141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T149 RPM

Does T149 RPM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T149 RPM expired on 6 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T149 RPM?
The MOT on T149 RPM expired on 6 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T149 RPM done?
T149 RPM was recorded at 85,012 miles at its MOT on 7 May 2025, an average of 3,019 miles a year.
Has T149 RPM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T149 RPM has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 1 May 2025.
Has the mileage on T149 RPM 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 T149 RPM find?
T149 RPM passed its latest MOT on 7 May 2025 with 3 advisories: brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all discs pitted; nearside front service brake fluctuating, but not excessively; nearside rear service brake fluctuating, but not excessively.

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