Volkswagen Golf
Black · Diesel · 2003 · 1,896 cc
T1 FAOMOT history
T1 FAO is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 28 Jan 2003. Its MOT is valid until 8 Jan 2027 and it has passed 21 of 26 MOT tests, with 195,382 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Jan 2026.
- MOT
- Valid
- Until 8 Jan 2027
- Mileage
- 195,382 mi
- At MOT on 7 Jan 2026
- MOT tests
- 26
- 21 passed · 5 failed
- Per year
- 7,036 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- T1 FAO
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- Volkswagen
- Model
- Golf
- Colour
- Black
- Fuel type
- Diesel
- Engine size
- 1,896 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2003
- First used
- 28 Jan 2003
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 8 Jan 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 7 Jan 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
T1 FAO was last recorded at 195,382 miles on 7 Jan 2026, 3,256 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Jan 2025.
- Previous MOT
- 192,126 miles · 9 Jan 2025
- Between the last two tests
- 3,256 miles
- Average per year
- 7,036 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 195,382 miles
- 2025 – 192,126 miles
- 2023 – 187,009 miles
- 2022 – 179,559 miles
- 2020 – 177,445 miles
- 2019 – 176,353 miles
- 2018 – 173,542 miles
- 2017 – 169,261 miles
- 2016 – 161,124 miles
- 2014 – 147,677 miles
- 2013 – 138,335 miles
- 2012 – 130,206 miles
- 2011 – 119,054 miles
- 2010 – 108,235 miles
- 2008 – 94,321 miles
- 2006 – 72,827 miles
What the latest MOT found
Pass195,382 miles
- AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisorySubframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryUnder vehicle components/repairs covered with substance/underseal
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 Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2018
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2016
Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play
Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2023
Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil
Advisory2 MOTs, 2022
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2013
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2013
Full MOT history
26 tests since 23 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass195,382 miles (+3,256)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 8 Jan 2027
- Odometer
- 195,382 miles
- Test number
- 291955280243
- AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
- AdvisorySubframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryUnder vehicle components/repairs covered with substance/underseal
Pass192,126 miles1 minor7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 8 Jan 2026
- Odometer
- 192,126 miles
- Test number
- 613554242541
- MinorNearside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisorySills/subframe/axle/suspension corroded
Fail192,126 miles (+5,117)3 repaired1 minor7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 192,126 miles
- Test number
- 685972313134
- Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
- Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
- MinorNearside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisorySills/subframe/axle/suspension corroded
Pass187,009 miles2 minor3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 7 Jan 2025
- Odometer
- 187,009 miles
- Test number
- 217227394968
- MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- MinorRegistration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Track rod end ball joint has slight play both (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both tyres on limit and deep cuts no cords exposed (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Fail187,009 miles (+5,913)4 repaired2 minor3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 187,009 miles
- Test number
- 780508712910
- Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
- Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- MinorRegistration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Track rod end ball joint has slight play both (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both tyres on limit and deep cuts no cords exposed (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Pass181,096 miles (+1,537)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 7 Jan 2024
- Odometer
- 181,096 miles
- Test number
- 292393559641
- AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
Pass179,559 miles1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 7 Jan 2023
- Odometer
- 179,559 miles
- Test number
- 732661399471
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Fail179,559 miles (+2,114)2 major2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 179,559 miles
- Test number
- 458014155957
- MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
- MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Pass177,445 miles (+1,092)
- MOT expiry
- 5 Jan 2022
- Odometer
- 177,445 miles
- Test number
- 304604992641
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass176,353 miles (+2,811)1 minor2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 5 Jan 2021
- Odometer
- 176,353 miles
- Test number
- 956298892510
- MinorFront Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryInner rack play
Pass173,542 miles (+2,041)
- MOT expiry
- 5 Jan 2020
- Odometer
- 173,542 miles
- Test number
- 705698295247
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass171,501 miles1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 5 Jan 2019
- Odometer
- 171,501 miles
- Test number
- 452345135448
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Fail171,501 miles (+2,240)4 repaired1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 171,501 miles
- Test number
- 100443359229
- Repaired at testFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- Repaired at testOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
- Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Pass169,261 miles (+8,137)
- MOT expiry
- 5 Jan 2018
- Odometer
- 169,261 miles
- Test number
- 208879451019
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass161,124 miles (+13,447)5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 5 Jan 2017
- Odometer
- 161,124 miles
- Test number
- 526794438080
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
- AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Pass147,677 miles (+5,572)1 note
- MOT expiry
- 26 Nov 2015
- Odometer
- 147,677 miles
- Test number
- 307931934308
- NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
Pass142,105 miles (+3,770)
- MOT expiry
- 6 Feb 2015
- Odometer
- 142,105 miles
- Test number
- 906998224027
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass138,335 miles (+8,129)6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 6 Feb 2014
- Odometer
- 138,335 miles
- Test number
- 767960333008
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Pass130,206 miles (+11,152)1 advisory1 note
- MOT expiry
- 6 Feb 2013
- Odometer
- 130,206 miles
- Test number
- 778028632092
- AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
- NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
Pass119,054 miles (+48)
- MOT expiry
- 28 Jan 2012
- Odometer
- 119,054 miles
- Test number
- 948367301027
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail119,006 miles (+10,771)1 failure
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 119,006 miles
- Test number
- 178006101000
- FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
Pass108,235 miles (+13,914)6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 28 Jan 2011
- Odometer
- 108,235 miles
- Test number
- 524996900020
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Pass94,321 miles (+10,969)
- MOT expiry
- 28 Jan 2010
- Odometer
- 94,321 miles
- Test number
- 904285568302
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass83,352 miles (+10,525)
- MOT expiry
- 28 Jan 2009
- Odometer
- 83,352 miles
- Test number
- 234552708035
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass72,827 miles (+17,851)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 28 Jan 2008
- Odometer
- 72,827 miles
- Test number
- 430333266367
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Pass54,976 miles1 note
- MOT expiry
- 28 Jan 2007
- Odometer
- 54,976 miles
- Test number
- 952033226079
- NoteSome segments inop on centre brake lamp
Questions about T1 FAO
- Does T1 FAO currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T1 FAO is valid until 8 Jan 2027.
- When is the MOT due on T1 FAO?
- The MOT on T1 FAO is valid until 8 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has T1 FAO done?
- T1 FAO was recorded at 195,382 miles at its MOT on 7 Jan 2026, an average of 7,036 miles a year.
- Has T1 FAO ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. T1 FAO has failed 5 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Jan 2025.
- Has the mileage on T1 FAO 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 FAO find?
- T1 FAO passed its latest MOT on 7 Jan 2026 with 3 advisories: offside front service brake fluctuating, but not excessively; subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive; under vehicle components/repairs covered with substance/underseal.
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