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Volkswagen Golf

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,600 cc

T181 POCMOT history

T181 POC is a red petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 15 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 28 May 2025 and it has passed 16 of 27 MOT tests, with 51,347 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 May 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 28 May 2025
Mileage
51,347 mi
At MOT on 29 May 2024
MOT tests
27
16 passed · 11 failed
Per year
1,018 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T181 POC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,600 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
15 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 May 2025
Latest MOT test
29 May 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T181 POC was last recorded at 51,347 miles on 29 May 2024, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 May 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
51,347 miles · 28 May 2024
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
1,018 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 51,347 miles
  • 2021 – 48,962 miles
  • 2019 – 43,848 miles
  • 2018 – 41,670 miles
  • 2017 – 40,741 miles
  • 2016 – 40,444 miles
  • 2015 – 39,995 miles
  • 2014 – 39,546 miles
  • 2013 – 39,095 miles
  • 2012 – 38,453 miles
  • 2011 – 37,909 miles
  • 2010 – 37,163 miles
  • 2009 – 36,345 miles
  • 2008 – 34,963 miles
  • 2007 – 33,817 miles
  • 2006 – 32,774 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass51,347 miles
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryFront bumper lower trim missingRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill corroded recommend attention (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front inner wheel arch missingRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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 Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi hose

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Lower front bumper pannel missing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear suspension springs corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Both front tyres badly cracking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

27 tests since 2 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass51,347 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2025
    Odometer
    51,347 miles
    Test number
    629194904695
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront bumper lower trim missing
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill corroded recommend attention (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front inner wheel arch missing

  2. Fail51,347 miles (+2,385)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,347 miles
    Test number
    133660138706
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront bumper lower trim missing
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill corroded recommend attention (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front inner wheel arch missing

  3. Pass48,962 miles (+3)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    48,962 miles
    Test number
    966593159667
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryLower front bumper pannel missing
    • AdvisoryRear suspension springs corroded

  4. Fail48,959 miles (+5,111)4 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,959 miles
    Test number
    168416432854
    • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryLower front bumper pannel missing
    • AdvisoryRear suspension springs corroded

  5. Pass43,848 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    43,848 miles
    Test number
    107405049523
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front track arm rear bushes perished just passable recommend replacement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine purging at idle
    • AdvisoryFront bumper valance missing & front wing shield

  6. Fail43,848 miles (+2,178)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,848 miles
    Test number
    559669087621
    • MajorCoil spring fractured or broken both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorDirection indicator incorrect colour both front (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front track arm rear bushes perished just passable recommend replacement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine purging at idle
    • AdvisoryFront bumper valance missing & front wing shield

  7. Pass41,670 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    41,670 miles
    Test number
    147220315795
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured both front (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront lower bumper section missing

  8. Fail41,670 miles (+929)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,670 miles
    Test number
    658945344718
    • FailureBody insecure and dangerous to other road users engine under shields dragging on ground (6.1.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured both front (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront lower bumper section missing

  9. Pass40,741 miles (+297)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    40,741 miles
    Test number
    644579110942
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryAll tyres showing age related perishing

  10. Pass40,444 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    40,444 miles
    Test number
    258248046333
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres badly cracking

  11. Fail40,444 miles (+449)1 dangerous1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,444 miles
    Test number
    468089633432
    • DangerousBraking system leaking servo pipe split (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres badly cracking

  12. Fail39,995 miles2 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,995 miles
    Test number
    166597555403
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak

  13. Pass39,995 miles (+449)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    39,995 miles
    Test number
    717687455071
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak

  14. Fail39,546 miles2 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,546 miles
    Test number
    667289054058
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  15. Pass39,546 miles (+451)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    39,546 miles
    Test number
    908149854046
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Pass39,095 miles (+2)1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    39,095 miles
    Test number
    137270373430
    • NoteGearbox oil leak

  17. Fail39,093 miles (+640)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,093 miles
    Test number
    426776853071
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt stitching badly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteGearbox oil leak

  18. Pass38,453 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    38,453 miles
    Test number
    117283052092
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

  19. Fail38,451 miles (+542)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,451 miles
    Test number
    618472252018
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

  20. Pass37,909 miles (+2)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    37,909 miles
    Test number
    588866141049
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • NoteOffside rear light cluster damaged
    • NoteSlight play detected on offside front wheel. Suspect steering rack

  21. Fail37,907 miles (+744)2 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,907 miles
    Test number
    188685841041
    • FailureNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • NoteOffside rear light cluster damaged
    • NoteSlight play detected on offside front wheel. Suspect steering rack

  22. Pass37,163 miles (+2)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    37,163 miles
    Test number
    631778440071
    • NoteDamage to offside rear lamp
    • NoteSlight play in offside steering rack

  23. Fail37,161 miles (+816)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,161 miles
    Test number
    393407040066
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteDamage to offside rear lamp
    • NoteSlight play in offside steering rack

  24. Pass36,345 miles (+1,382)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    36,345 miles
    Test number
    181146659058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass34,963 miles (+1,146)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    34,963 miles
    Test number
    254744068004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass33,817 miles (+1,043)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    33,817 miles
    Test number
    351388867043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass32,774 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    32,774 miles
    Test number
    444591566077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T181 POC

Does T181 POC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T181 POC expired on 28 May 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T181 POC?
The MOT on T181 POC expired on 28 May 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T181 POC done?
T181 POC was recorded at 51,347 miles at its MOT on 29 May 2024, an average of 1,018 miles a year.
Has T181 POC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T181 POC has failed 11 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 28 May 2024.
Has the mileage on T181 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 T181 POC find?
T181 POC passed its latest MOT on 29 May 2024 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier; front bumper lower trim missing; nearside outer suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill corroded recommend attention, and 1 more.

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