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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,800 cc

T189 SAAMOT history

T189 SAA is a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 12 Jul 1999. Its MOT is valid until 15 Sept 2027 and it has passed 21 of 32 MOT tests, with 151,209 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 15 Sept 2027
Mileage
151,209 mi
At MOT on 11 Sept 2026
MOT tests
32
21 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,976 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T189 SAA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,800 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
12 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T189 SAA was last recorded at 151,209 miles on 11 Sept 2026, 1,295 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
149,914 miles · 11 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
1,295 miles
Average per year
4,976 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 151,209 miles
  • 2025 – 149,914 miles
  • 2024 – 148,009 miles
  • 2023 – 146,171 miles
  • 2022 – 144,146 miles
  • 2021 – 141,047 miles
  • 2020 – 139,720 miles
  • 2019 – 137,877 miles
  • 2018 – 135,931 miles
  • 2017 – 132,650 miles
  • 2016 – 129,558 miles
  • 2015 – 126,330 miles
  • 2014 – 122,815 miles
  • 2013 – 117,507 miles
  • 2012 – 109,902 miles
  • 2011 – 101,370 miles
  • 2010 – 96,087 miles
  • 2009 – 84,682 miles
  • 2008 – 68,846 miles
  • 2007 – 61,533 miles
  • 2006 – 51,167 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass151,209 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Brake servo corroded but not excessively weakened (3.6.A.2b)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2013

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2013

  • Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2008

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007

Full MOT history

32 tests since 4 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass151,209 miles (+1,295)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    151,209 miles
    Test number
    113678218359

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass149,914 miles (+1,905)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    149,914 miles
    Test number
    760208391361

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass148,009 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    148,009 miles
    Test number
    702107579253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail147,999 miles (+1,828)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,999 miles
    Test number
    442582413946
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass146,171 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    146,171 miles
    Test number
    107597246070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail146,163 miles (+2,017)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,163 miles
    Test number
    849053807086
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  7. Pass144,146 miles (+3,099)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    144,146 miles
    Test number
    198405311787

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass141,047 miles (+1,327)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    141,047 miles
    Test number
    491747343732

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass139,720 miles (+1,843)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    139,720 miles
    Test number
    561434093559

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass137,877 miles (+1,946)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    137,877 miles
    Test number
    598330486617

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass135,931 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    135,931 miles
    Test number
    599269313524

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail135,922 miles (+3,272)6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,922 miles
    Test number
    714013841403
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

  13. Pass132,650 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    132,650 miles
    Test number
    926950804748

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail132,650 miles (+3,092)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,650 miles
    Test number
    742213435562
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  15. Pass129,558 miles (+3,228)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    129,558 miles
    Test number
    819154969260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail126,330 miles2 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,330 miles
    Test number
    148509425262
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • NoteNearside rear Tyre worn heavily on inner tread

  17. Pass126,330 miles (+3,515)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    126,330 miles
    Test number
    707689325281
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • NoteNearside rear Tyre worn heavily on inner tread

  18. Pass122,815 miles (+5,308)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    122,815 miles
    Test number
    535467824257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass117,507 miles (+12)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    117,507 miles
    Test number
    637258423251
    • AdvisoryBrake servo corroded but not excessively weakened (3.6.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Fail117,495 miles (+7,593)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,495 miles
    Test number
    887147823260
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryBrake servo corroded but not excessively weakened (3.6.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass109,902 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    109,902 miles
    Test number
    708077522286
    • 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)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  22. Fail109,902 miles (+8,532)6 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,902 miles
    Test number
    898437722264
    • FailureCentre Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureFront Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • 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)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  23. Pass101,370 miles (+5,283)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    101,370 miles
    Test number
    287177321231
    • AdvisoryBrake servo corroded but not excessively weakened (3.6.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  24. Pass96,087 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    96,087 miles
    Test number
    632505320275
    • AdvisoryBrake servo corroded but not excessively weakened (3.6.A.2b)

  25. Fail96,087 miles (+11,405)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,087 miles
    Test number
    752365820235
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryBrake servo corroded but not excessively weakened (3.6.A.2b)

  26. Pass84,682 miles (+227)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    84,682 miles
    Test number
    720316529225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail84,455 miles (+15,609)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,455 miles
    Test number
    353520029238
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Torque/reaction arm has a deteriorated rubber bush resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

  28. Pass68,846 miles (+7,313)6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    68,846 miles
    Test number
    614902528278
    • AdvisoryCentre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteO/s inner drive shaft gator insecure

  29. Pass61,533 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    61,533 miles
    Test number
    282341727226
    • AdvisorySub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  30. Fail61,533 miles (+10,366)1 dangerous1 failure1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,533 miles
    Test number
    604640827232
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureCentre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisorySub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  31. Pass51,167 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    51,167 miles
    Test number
    143276516298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail51,167 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,167 miles
    Test number
    682546416257
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Questions about T189 SAA

Does T189 SAA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T189 SAA is valid until 15 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on T189 SAA?
The MOT on T189 SAA is valid until 15 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T189 SAA done?
T189 SAA was recorded at 151,209 miles at its MOT on 11 Sept 2026, an average of 4,976 miles a year.
Has T189 SAA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T189 SAA has failed 11 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on T189 SAA 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 T189 SAA find?
T189 SAA passed its latest MOT on 11 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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