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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,781 cc

T180 VKEMOT history

T180 VKE is a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 7 Jul 1999. Its MOT is valid until 20 Oct 2027 and it has passed 22 of 28 MOT tests, with 119,561 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 20 Oct 2027
Mileage
119,561 mi
At MOT on 25 Sept 2026
MOT tests
28
22 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,648 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T180 VKE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
7 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T180 VKE was last recorded at 119,561 miles on 25 Sept 2026, 1,674 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
117,887 miles · 21 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
1,674 miles
Average per year
3,648 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 119,561 miles
  • 2025 – 117,887 miles
  • 2024 – 115,783 miles
  • 2023 – 113,057 miles
  • 2022 – 110,156 miles
  • 2021 – 107,523 miles
  • 2020 – 104,831 miles
  • 2019 – 101,994 miles
  • 2018 – 97,619 miles
  • 2017 – 93,958 miles
  • 2016 – 90,096 miles
  • 2015 – 86,019 miles
  • 2014 – 81,391 miles
  • 2013 – 78,573 miles
  • 2012 – 71,650 miles
  • 2011 – 67,559 miles
  • 2010 – 62,905 miles
  • 2009 – 60,029 miles
  • 2008 – 54,768 miles
  • 2007 – 50,534 miles
  • 2006 – 45,829 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass119,561 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge slight wear 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.

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2012

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2012

Full MOT history

28 tests since 10 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass119,561 miles (+1,674)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    119,561 miles
    Test number
    954082698287
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge slight wear on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass117,887 miles (+54)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    117,887 miles
    Test number
    339354310308
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Fail117,833 miles (+2,050)7 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,833 miles
    Test number
    945088618229
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded wheel cylinder to rear flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn axle mounting bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded wheel cylinder to rear flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn axle mounting bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass115,783 miles (+2,726)2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    115,783 miles
    Test number
    316486359971
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front slight play in upper top strut mount
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear metal pipe from flexi hose to w/cylinder (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated surface cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper slight play in upper top strut mount
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipe from rear flexi to w/cylinder (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass113,057 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    113,057 miles
    Test number
    672479505722
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Fail113,057 miles (+2,901)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,057 miles
    Test number
    115807879749
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass110,156 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    110,156 miles
    Test number
    448853702230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail110,156 miles (+2,633)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,156 miles
    Test number
    906734332463
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass107,523 miles (+2,692)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    107,523 miles
    Test number
    527469271485

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass104,831 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    104,831 miles
    Test number
    370950223052
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail104,831 miles (+2,837)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,831 miles
    Test number
    310011320452
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass101,994 miles (+4,375)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    101,994 miles
    Test number
    161104533228
    • AdvisorySlight play in both front top strut mounts

  13. Pass97,619 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    97,619 miles
    Test number
    172111933518

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail97,618 miles (+3,660)3 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,618 miles
    Test number
    186603835967
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  15. Pass93,958 miles (+3,862)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    93,958 miles
    Test number
    628154200453

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass90,096 miles (+4,077)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    90,096 miles
    Test number
    615439374828
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  17. Pass86,019 miles (+4,628)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    86,019 miles
    Test number
    813576505723

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass81,391 miles (+2,818)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    81,391 miles
    Test number
    247926394482
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  19. Pass78,573 miles (+6,923)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    78,573 miles
    Test number
    737743303249
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteO/s/r seat belt stork covers missing.but working.

  20. Pass71,650 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    71,650 miles
    Test number
    365034812202
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Fail71,650 miles (+4,091)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,650 miles
    Test number
    398774612450
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass67,559 miles (+4,654)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    67,559 miles
    Test number
    285802821266
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass62,905 miles (+2,876)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    62,905 miles
    Test number
    530513620207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass60,029 miles (+1,176)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    60,029 miles
    Test number
    531563229372
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  25. Pass58,853 miles (+4,085)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    58,853 miles
    Test number
    834690799184
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass54,768 miles (+4,234)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    54,768 miles
    Test number
    283147798108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass50,534 miles (+4,705)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    50,534 miles
    Test number
    664814807220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass45,829 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    45,829 miles
    Test number
    840641796160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T180 VKE

Does T180 VKE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T180 VKE is valid until 20 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on T180 VKE?
The MOT on T180 VKE is valid until 20 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T180 VKE done?
T180 VKE was recorded at 119,561 miles at its MOT on 25 Sept 2026, an average of 3,648 miles a year.
Has T180 VKE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T180 VKE has failed 6 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on T180 VKE 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 T180 VKE find?
T180 VKE passed its latest MOT on 25 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge slight wear on inner edge.

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