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Volkswagen Golf

Red · Petrol · 2005 · 2,000 cc

T18 OLFMOT history

T18 OLF is a red petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 4 Jun 2005. Its MOT is valid until 7 Aug 2027 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 166,466 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 7 Aug 2027
Mileage
166,466 mi
At MOT on 30 Jul 2026
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,815 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T18 OLF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,000 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
4 Jun 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T18 OLF was last recorded at 166,466 miles on 30 Jul 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
166,465 miles · 29 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
7,815 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 166,466 miles
  • 2025 – 163,367 miles
  • 2024 – 158,998 miles
  • 2023 – 153,757 miles
  • 2022 – 147,745 miles
  • 2021 – 138,907 miles
  • 2020 – 131,356 miles
  • 2019 – 127,607 miles
  • 2018 – 119,645 miles
  • 2017 – 111,836 miles
  • 2016 – 103,105 miles
  • 2015 – 95,020 miles
  • 2014 – 89,318 miles
  • 2013 – 73,393 miles
  • 2011 – 45,329 miles
  • 2010 – 38,081 miles
  • 2009 – 31,081 miles
  • 2008 – 24,138 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass166,466 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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Front tyre worn on the inner edge change asap

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

24 tests since 13 May 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass166,466 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    166,466 miles
    Test number
    544937677512

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail166,465 miles (+3,098)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,465 miles
    Test number
    981083585838
    • DangerousNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage missing (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass163,367 miles (+4,369)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    163,367 miles
    Test number
    986981675058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass158,998 miles (+5,241)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    158,998 miles
    Test number
    389266432526
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass153,757 miles (+6,012)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    153,757 miles
    Test number
    757681283948

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass147,745 miles (+8,838)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    147,745 miles
    Test number
    234487543152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass138,907 miles (+7,551)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    138,907 miles
    Test number
    197878943147
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass131,356 miles (+3,749)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    131,356 miles
    Test number
    891038979587
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass127,607 miles (+7,962)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    127,607 miles
    Test number
    239610217526
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass119,645 miles (+36)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    119,645 miles
    Test number
    805488958247
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn on the inner edge change asap
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Fail119,609 miles (+7,773)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,609 miles
    Test number
    638903306323
    • MajorEmissions not tested No cat (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn on the inner edge change asap
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass111,836 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    111,836 miles
    Test number
    508713037697

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail111,836 miles (+8,731)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,836 miles
    Test number
    449998046834
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  14. Pass103,105 miles (+8,085)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    103,105 miles
    Test number
    776486133133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass95,020 miles (+5,702)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    95,020 miles
    Test number
    828079695127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass89,318 miles (+293)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    89,318 miles
    Test number
    425021414276
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  17. Fail89,025 miles (+15,632)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,025 miles
    Test number
    219365604226
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

  18. Pass73,393 miles (+28,064)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    73,393 miles
    Test number
    229735253198
    • NoteOffside rear tyre wearing out of shape on inner edge

  19. Pass45,329 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    45,329 miles
    Test number
    775810431154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail45,329 miles (+7,248)1 failure2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,329 miles
    Test number
    559580031105
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  21. Pass38,081 miles (+7,000)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    38,081 miles
    Test number
    822523230111
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NotePlastic bag melted to exhaust

  22. Pass31,081 miles (+6,943)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    31,081 miles
    Test number
    940365639164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass24,138 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    24,138 miles
    Test number
    951704338136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail24,138 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,138 miles
    Test number
    663434338196
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Questions about T18 OLF

Does T18 OLF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T18 OLF is valid until 7 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T18 OLF?
The MOT on T18 OLF is valid until 7 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T18 OLF done?
T18 OLF was recorded at 166,466 miles at its MOT on 30 Jul 2026, an average of 7,815 miles a year.
Has T18 OLF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T18 OLF has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on T18 OLF 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 T18 OLF find?
T18 OLF passed its latest MOT on 30 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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