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Volkswagen Golf

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,400 cc

T165 POCMOT history

T165 POC is a red petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 19 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 25 May 2027 and it has passed 21 of 34 MOT tests, with 24,796 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 25 May 2027
Mileage
24,796 mi
At MOT on 2 May 2026
MOT tests
34
21 passed · 13 failed
Per year
605 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T165 POC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,400 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
19 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 May 2027
Latest MOT test
2 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T165 POC was last recorded at 24,796 miles on 2 May 2026, 1,091 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
23,705 miles · 8 May 2025
Between the last two tests
1,091 miles
Average per year
605 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 24,796 miles
  • 2025 – 23,705 miles
  • 2024 – 23,356 miles
  • 2023 – 23,148 miles
  • 2022 – 22,947 miles
  • 2021 – 22,678 miles
  • 2020 – 22,399 miles
  • 2019 – 22,016 miles
  • 2018 – 21,638 miles
  • 2017 – 21,211 miles
  • 2016 – 20,644 miles
  • 2015 – 19,671 miles
  • 2014 – 18,931 miles
  • 2013 – 18,502 miles
  • 2012 – 17,698 miles
  • 2011 – 16,759 miles
  • 2010 – 15,682 miles
  • 2009 – 14,878 miles
  • 2008 – 14,141 miles
  • 2007 – 13,592 miles
  • 2006 – 12,671 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass24,796 miles
  • AdvisoryRear BEAM AXLE CORRODING

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Front brake discs slightly corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear axle beam corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Emissions unable to be completed misfire and high HC

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Front brake discs corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

34 tests since 12 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass24,796 miles (+1,091)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2027
    Odometer
    24,796 miles
    Test number
    332994299592
    • AdvisoryRear BEAM AXLE CORRODING

  2. Pass23,705 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2026
    Odometer
    23,705 miles
    Test number
    764285195308
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryRear axle beam corroded

  3. Fail23,705 miles (+349)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,705 miles
    Test number
    944174256039
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed misfire and high HC (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryRear axle beam corroded

  4. Pass23,356 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2025
    Odometer
    23,356 miles
    Test number
    925939838057
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs corroded

  5. Fail23,356 miles (+208)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,356 miles
    Test number
    608087712708
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed misfire and high HC (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs corroded

  6. Pass23,148 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2024
    Odometer
    23,148 miles
    Test number
    851091536253
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs badly corroded

  7. Fail23,145 miles (+198)7 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,145 miles
    Test number
    393368081735
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorBrake servo defective or ineffective Brake servo pipe leaking (1.1.10 (a) (i))
    • 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 emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs badly corroded

  8. Pass22,947 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2023
    Odometer
    22,947 miles
    Test number
    968257843945

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail22,947 miles (+269)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,947 miles
    Test number
    854152209640
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass22,678 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2022
    Odometer
    22,678 miles
    Test number
    903955801741

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail22,676 miles (+277)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,676 miles
    Test number
    203261179030
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorSuspension arm pin or bush excessively worn both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass22,399 miles (+383)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2021
    Odometer
    22,399 miles
    Test number
    128037479025
    • AdvisoryN/S/R tyre perished

  13. Pass22,016 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    22,016 miles
    Test number
    730909483627
    • AdvisoryLight scratches on windscreen
    • AdvisoryO/S/F tyre close to legal limit

  14. Fail22,016 miles (+378)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,016 miles
    Test number
    580904951355
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryLight scratches on windscreen
    • AdvisoryO/S/F tyre close to legal limit

  15. Pass21,638 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2019
    Odometer
    21,638 miles
    Test number
    479626008211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail21,638 miles (+427)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,638 miles
    Test number
    922454670115
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 175/80R14 (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)

  17. Pass21,211 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2018
    Odometer
    21,211 miles
    Test number
    830738323335
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Fail21,211 miles (+567)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,211 miles
    Test number
    484159251551
    • FailureEmissions not tested due to noise from belt area (7.3.A.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass20,644 miles (+973)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2017
    Odometer
    20,644 miles
    Test number
    787388117677
    • AdvisoryN/S/F tyre on legal limit

  20. Pass19,671 miles (+740)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2016
    Odometer
    19,671 miles
    Test number
    169136525167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass18,931 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    18,931 miles
    Test number
    427348114129
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Fail18,931 miles (+429)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,931 miles
    Test number
    578398414199
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass18,502 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    18,502 miles
    Test number
    879359813197
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Fail18,493 miles (+795)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,493 miles
    Test number
    335449713119
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass17,698 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    17,698 miles
    Test number
    456658112158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail17,698 miles (+939)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,698 miles
    Test number
    956868712181
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  27. Pass16,759 miles (+1,077)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    16,759 miles
    Test number
    345538411141
    • NoteO/S/R wheel binding
    • NoteRear wiper blade split

  28. Pass15,682 miles (+804)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    15,682 miles
    Test number
    894293510135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass14,878 miles (+737)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    14,878 miles
    Test number
    180684019168
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  30. Pass14,141 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    14,141 miles
    Test number
    121015518147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail14,138 miles (+546)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,138 miles
    Test number
    913865718105
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  32. Pass13,592 miles (+921)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    13,592 miles
    Test number
    341524517101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Pass12,671 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    12,671 miles
    Test number
    202913006496

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Fail12,671 miles3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    12,671 miles
    Test number
    782672106100
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Questions about T165 POC

Does T165 POC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T165 POC is valid until 25 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T165 POC?
The MOT on T165 POC is valid until 25 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T165 POC done?
T165 POC was recorded at 24,796 miles at its MOT on 2 May 2026, an average of 605 miles a year.
Has T165 POC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T165 POC has failed 13 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 7 May 2025.
Has the mileage on T165 POC 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 T165 POC find?
T165 POC passed its latest MOT on 2 May 2026 with 1 advisory: rear beam axle corroding.

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