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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Diesel · 2009 · 1,968 cc

T16 BUFMOT history

T16 BUF is a silver diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 1 Mar 2009. Its MOT is valid until 18 Nov 2026 and it has passed 15 of 24 MOT tests, with 185,260 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 18 Nov 2026
Mileage
185,260 mi
At MOT on 19 Nov 2025
MOT tests
24
15 passed · 9 failed
Per year
7,690 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T16 BUF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
1 Mar 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
19 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T16 BUF was last recorded at 185,260 miles on 19 Nov 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Nov 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 13 Nov 2018: 127,122 miles, lower than 127,419 miles on 12 Nov 2018.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
185,260 miles · 18 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
7,690 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 185,260 miles
  • 2024 – 180,326 miles
  • 2023 – 175,836 miles
  • 2022 – 164,065 miles
  • 2021 – 147,290 miles
  • 2020 – 134,703 miles
  • 2019 – 130,441 miles
  • 2018 – 127,122 miles
  • 2017 – 121,503 miles
  • 2016 – 115,112 miles
  • 2015 – 109,802 miles
  • 2014 – 103,303 miles
  • 2013 – 95,793 miles
  • 2012 – 88,760 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass185,260 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022

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 Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Brake slack adjuster advise adjustment

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Bonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated bonnet stay broken but still keeps bonnet open.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

24 tests since 27 Feb 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass185,260 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    185,260 miles
    Test number
    486320620560
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail185,260 miles (+4,934)3 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,260 miles
    Test number
    119241133287
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass180,326 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    180,326 miles
    Test number
    884082886767
    • AdvisoryBrake slack adjuster advise adjustment (1.1.18 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Bonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated bonnet stay broken but still keeps bonnet open. (3.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  4. Fail180,326 miles (+4,490)1 dangerous4 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,326 miles
    Test number
    759989106925
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake slack adjuster advise adjustment (1.1.18 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Bonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated bonnet stay broken but still keeps bonnet open. (3.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  5. Pass175,836 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    175,836 miles
    Test number
    304937867384
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail175,834 miles (+11,769)2 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,834 miles
    Test number
    648124285527
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  7. Pass164,065 miles (+26)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    164,065 miles
    Test number
    594387853860
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Strongly advise (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge and also low on pressure (strongly advise) (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge (strongly advise) (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Fail164,039 miles (+16,749)3 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,039 miles
    Test number
    989673540087
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Strongly advise (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge and also low on pressure (strongly advise) (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge (strongly advise) (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass147,290 miles (+279)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    147,290 miles
    Test number
    574319809620
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  10. Fail147,011 miles (+12,308)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,011 miles
    Test number
    762330434266
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted Pad falling apart (1.1.13 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass134,703 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    134,703 miles
    Test number
    147926513035
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both rear springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  12. Fail134,703 miles (+4,262)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,703 miles
    Test number
    437781490748
    • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both rear springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  13. Pass130,441 miles (+3,319)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    130,441 miles
    Test number
    193232569448

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass127,122 miles (-297)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    127,122 miles
    Test number
    943133774160
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  15. Fail127,419 miles (+5,916)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,419 miles
    Test number
    358107235916
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm / inner edge worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  16. Pass121,503 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    121,503 miles
    Test number
    353440966563

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail121,503 miles (+6,391)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,503 miles
    Test number
    996713106561
    • Repaired at testCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  18. Pass115,112 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    115,112 miles
    Test number
    832130056341

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail115,110 miles (+5,308)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,110 miles
    Test number
    421791868037
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass109,802 miles (+6,499)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    109,802 miles
    Test number
    477123863728
    • AdvisoryAdvise brake check.rear brakes binding slightly.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass103,303 miles (+7,510)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    103,303 miles
    Test number
    586883894225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass95,793 miles (+7,033)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    95,793 miles
    Test number
    247533803339

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass88,760 miles (+9,067)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    88,760 miles
    Test number
    648204902377

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass79,693 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    79,693 miles
    Test number
    477098752010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T16 BUF

Does T16 BUF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T16 BUF is valid until 18 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on T16 BUF?
The MOT on T16 BUF is valid until 18 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T16 BUF done?
T16 BUF was recorded at 185,260 miles at its MOT on 19 Nov 2025, an average of 7,690 miles a year.
Has T16 BUF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T16 BUF has failed 9 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on T16 BUF ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 13 Nov 2018. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T16 BUF find?
T16 BUF passed its latest MOT on 19 Nov 2025 with 10 advisories: nearside front suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside rear inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside rear lower suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened, and 7 more.

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