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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 1,900 cc

T152 RFWMOT history

T152 RFW is a blue diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 1 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 7 Nov 2026 and it has passed 21 of 29 MOT tests, with 216,468 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 7 Nov 2026
Mileage
216,468 mi
At MOT on 30 Oct 2025
MOT tests
29
21 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,414 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T152 RFW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,900 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
30 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T152 RFW was last recorded at 216,468 miles on 30 Oct 2025, 2,291 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
214,177 miles · 8 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
2,291 miles
Average per year
6,414 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 216,468 miles
  • 2024 – 214,177 miles
  • 2023 – 212,341 miles
  • 2022 – 209,586 miles
  • 2021 – 206,041 miles
  • 2020 – 202,798 miles
  • 2019 – 199,205 miles
  • 2018 – 192,384 miles
  • 2017 – 190,018 miles
  • 2016 – 185,696 miles
  • 2015 – 181,274 miles
  • 2014 – 174,547 miles
  • 2013 – 167,130 miles
  • 2012 – 158,827 miles
  • 2011 – 147,917 miles
  • 2010 – 136,354 miles
  • 2009 – 122,307 miles
  • 2008 – 115,371 miles
  • 2007 – 105,801 miles
  • 2006 – 89,931 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass216,468 miles
  • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion underside, suspension, brakes & lines/hoses
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer sill soft

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.

  • Corrosion to underbody, suspension, coil springs and brake pipes

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Both rear tyres wearing uneven

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front discs worn and corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both rear hoses perished

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

29 tests since 6 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass216,468 miles (+2,291)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    216,468 miles
    Test number
    848921160490
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion underside, suspension, brakes & lines/hoses
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer sill soft

  2. Pass214,177 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    214,177 miles
    Test number
    471967884129
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to underbody, suspension, coil springs and brake pipes

  3. Fail214,177 miles (+1,836)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    214,177 miles
    Test number
    598671670412
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to underbody, suspension, coil springs and brake pipes
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Going out of shape and on legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass212,341 miles (+2,755)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    212,341 miles
    Test number
    996761264871
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to underbody, suspension, exhaust, coil springs and brake pipes
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides perished and going out of shape (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass209,586 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    209,586 miles
    Test number
    631284009861
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust silencer slightly loose exhaust sleeve (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion suspension components

  6. Fail209,586 miles (+3,545)1 repaired1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    209,586 miles
    Test number
    761928696431
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust silencer slightly loose exhaust sleeve (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion suspension components

  7. Pass206,041 miles (+3,243)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    206,041 miles
    Test number
    186316139598
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to suspension, exhaust and brake pipes
    • AdvisoryMinor oil leaks

  8. Pass202,798 miles (+23)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    202,798 miles
    Test number
    454197719029
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chipped in several places (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres wearing uneven
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front discs worn and corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated Both rear hoses perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Fail202,775 miles (+3,570)6 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    202,775 miles
    Test number
    699110669807
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play Inner rack joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chipped in several places (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres wearing uneven
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front discs worn and corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated Both rear hoses perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass199,205 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    199,205 miles
    Test number
    225729044614
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion
    • AdvisoryPlay in o/s steering rack joint

  11. Fail199,205 miles (+6,821)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    199,205 miles
    Test number
    764871092905
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion
    • AdvisoryPlay in o/s steering rack joint

  12. Pass192,384 miles (+2,366)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    192,384 miles
    Test number
    816824511059
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to front discs, suspension and exhaust
    • AdvisoryHandbrake levers stuck forward
    • AdvisoryN/s/f track rod end gaiter perished
    • AdvisorySlight play o/s/f inner rack joint

  13. Pass190,018 miles (+4,322)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    190,018 miles
    Test number
    382048385399
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to exhaust, suspension and brake pipes
    • AdvisoryO/s rack joint slight play
    • AdvisoryTowbar insecure

  14. Pass185,696 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    185,696 miles
    Test number
    730198678351
    • AdvisoryBrake discs, Exhaust, coil springs and brake pipes corroding
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Drag link end ball joint has slight play rack joint (2.2.B.1f)

  15. Fail185,696 miles (+4,422)1 dangerous1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,696 miles
    Test number
    353620483446
    • DangerousN/s/f tyre bald on inner edge, splits through sidewall and signs been run flat
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryBoth handbrake linkages stuck forward
    • AdvisoryBrake discs, Exhaust, coil springs and brake pipes corroding
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre starting to go bald on inner edge and on limit
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Drag link end ball joint has slight play rack joint (2.2.B.1f)

  16. Pass181,274 miles (+64)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    181,274 miles
    Test number
    232344089478
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases clamp corroded and not secure (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear brake caliper handbrake levers not fully returning

  17. Fail181,210 miles (+6,663)3 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,210 miles
    Test number
    901583151948
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases clamp corroded and not secure (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear brake caliper handbrake levers not fully returning

  18. Pass174,547 miles6 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    174,547 miles
    Test number
    318715874217
    • NoteCoil springs corroded
    • NoteExhaust corroding
    • NoteHandbrake cables poor condition
    • NoteN/s/r handbrake linkage stuck forward
    • NoteSlight play in o/s inner rack joint
    • NoteVarious minor oil leaks

  19. Fail174,547 miles (+7,417)5 failures6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,547 miles
    Test number
    749806164292
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteCoil springs corroded
    • NoteExhaust corroding
    • NoteHandbrake cables poor condition
    • NoteN/s/r handbrake linkage stuck forward
    • NoteSlight play in o/s inner rack joint
    • NoteVarious minor oil leaks

  20. Pass167,130 miles (+8,303)6 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    167,130 miles
    Test number
    588295993268
    • NoteHandbrake cables corroded
    • NoteRear axle bushes worn
    • NoteRear coil springs heavily corroded
    • NoteRear tyres low on inner edge and starting to go out of shape
    • NoteRear wheels slight buckles
    • NoteSlight play in o/s inner rack joint

  21. Pass158,827 miles (+10,910)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    158,827 miles
    Test number
    795757602336
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass147,917 miles (+11,563)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    147,917 miles
    Test number
    146046901395

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass136,354 miles (+52)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    136,354 miles
    Test number
    660642900342

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail136,302 miles (+13,995)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,302 miles
    Test number
    674381200382
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

  25. Pass122,307 miles (+6,936)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    122,307 miles
    Test number
    953794199208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass115,371 miles (+9,570)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    115,371 miles
    Test number
    863984408305
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn inner edge
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn inner edge

  27. Pass105,801 miles (+5,255)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    105,801 miles
    Test number
    524494207393

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass100,546 miles (+10,615)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    100,546 miles
    Test number
    364637657021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass89,931 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    89,931 miles
    Test number
    134267736058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T152 RFW

Does T152 RFW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T152 RFW is valid until 7 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on T152 RFW?
The MOT on T152 RFW is valid until 7 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T152 RFW done?
T152 RFW was recorded at 216,468 miles at its MOT on 30 Oct 2025, an average of 6,414 miles a year.
Has T152 RFW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T152 RFW has failed 8 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on T152 RFW 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 T152 RFW find?
T152 RFW passed its latest MOT on 30 Oct 2025 with 2 advisories: general corrosion underside, suspension, brakes & lines/hoses; offside front outer sill soft.

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