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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2016 · 1,598 cc

T1 ATEMOT history

T1 ATE is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 23 Feb 2016. Its MOT is valid until 26 Mar 2027 and it has passed 8 of 12 MOT tests, with 185,558 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 26 Mar 2027
Mileage
185,558 mi
At MOT on 17 Mar 2026
MOT tests
12
8 passed · 4 failed
Per year
20,393 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T1 ATE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
23 Feb 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T1 ATE was last recorded at 185,558 miles on 17 Mar 2026, 14,862 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
170,696 miles · 27 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
14,862 miles
Average per year
20,393 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 185,558 miles
  • 2025 – 170,696 miles
  • 2024 – 142,688 miles
  • 2023 – 120,100 miles
  • 2022 – 96,173 miles
  • 2021 – 71,213 miles
  • 2020 – 53,404 miles
  • 2019 – 40,171 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass185,558 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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 Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

12 tests since 29 Jan 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass185,558 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    185,558 miles
    Test number
    269783285169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail185,558 miles (+14,862)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,558 miles
    Test number
    361377234110
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
  3. Pass170,696 miles (+14)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    170,696 miles
    Test number
    704972530340
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Fail170,682 miles (+27,994)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,682 miles
    Test number
    701266710444
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass142,688 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    142,688 miles
    Test number
    752616120583
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  6. Fail142,673 miles (+22,573)2 dangerous1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,673 miles
    Test number
    775469435103
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  7. Pass120,100 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    120,100 miles
    Test number
    678328527639
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both nearside and offside (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both nearside and offside (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear rear wiper blade defective
  8. Fail120,099 miles (+23,926)2 dangerous1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,099 miles
    Test number
    545789156938
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both nearside and offside (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both nearside and offside (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear rear wiper blade defective
  9. Pass96,173 miles (+24,960)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    96,173 miles
    Test number
    987438965481
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  10. Pass71,213 miles (+17,809)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    71,213 miles
    Test number
    191240583298
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  11. Pass53,404 miles (+13,233)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    53,404 miles
    Test number
    701937610451
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  12. Pass40,171 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    40,171 miles
    Test number
    970574172969
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Questions about T1 ATE

Does T1 ATE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T1 ATE is valid until 26 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T1 ATE?
The MOT on T1 ATE is valid until 26 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T1 ATE done?
T1 ATE was recorded at 185,558 miles at its MOT on 17 Mar 2026, an average of 20,393 miles a year.
Has T1 ATE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T1 ATE has failed 4 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on T1 ATE 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 T1 ATE find?
T1 ATE passed its latest MOT on 17 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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