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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 2,000 cc

T213 GSEMOT history

T213 GSE is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 23 Jul 1999. Its MOT is valid until 5 Sept 2027 and it has passed 21 of 37 MOT tests, with 169,638 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 5 Sept 2027
Mileage
169,638 mi
At MOT on 17 Aug 2026
MOT tests
37
21 passed · 16 failed
Per year
5,126 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T213 GSE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,000 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
23 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T213 GSE was last recorded at 169,638 miles on 17 Aug 2026, 22 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
169,616 miles · 6 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
22 miles
Average per year
5,126 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 169,638 miles
  • 2025 – 168,340 miles
  • 2024 – 166,727 miles
  • 2023 – 165,949 miles
  • 2022 – 163,543 miles
  • 2021 – 162,223 miles
  • 2020 – 161,157 miles
  • 2019 – 159,921 miles
  • 2018 – 156,782 miles
  • 2017 – 152,246 miles
  • 2016 – 145,619 miles
  • 2015 – 134,151 miles
  • 2014 – 125,856 miles
  • 2013 – 118,406 miles
  • 2012 – 110,818 miles
  • 2011 – 101,038 miles
  • 2010 – 91,387 miles
  • 2009 – 83,988 miles
  • 2008 – 78,519 miles
  • 2007 – 72,745 miles
  • 2006 – 67,010 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass169,638 miles
  • AdvisoryFront no plate craked deteriatedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2025

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2009–2014

Full MOT history

37 tests since 9 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass169,638 miles (+22)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    169,638 miles
    Test number
    380043690469
    • AdvisoryFront no plate craked deteriated

  2. Fail169,616 miles (+1,276)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,616 miles
    Test number
    241920527396
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outter sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill floor under pasanger seat (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated rubber flexi hose perrished spit to cord structure visable at ferrule end join (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outter sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront no plate craked deteriated

  3. Pass168,340 miles (+1,613)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    168,340 miles
    Test number
    531446966303
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front outer sills corroded
    • AdvisoryFloor corroded front both sides
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass166,727 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    166,727 miles
    Test number
    760587256918
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on legal minimum (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on legal minimum (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Fail166,726 miles (+777)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,726 miles
    Test number
    360286503306
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on legal minimum (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on legal minimum (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass165,949 miles (+2,406)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    165,949 miles
    Test number
    808025435755
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides sidewall /tread[2014] (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and rear both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides edges on limits [2016] (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass163,543 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    163,543 miles
    Test number
    354066154143
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail163,543 miles (+1,320)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,543 miles
    Test number
    127542759093
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass162,223 miles (+1,066)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    162,223 miles
    Test number
    779023829168
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass161,157 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    161,157 miles
    Test number
    966437305205
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail161,157 miles (+1,236)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,157 miles
    Test number
    948500407654
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass159,921 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    159,921 miles
    Test number
    388672161079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail159,921 miles3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,921 miles
    Test number
    413111787999
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn top strut bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Fail159,919 miles (+3,137)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,919 miles
    Test number
    206181771188
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn top strut bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Pass156,782 miles (+4,536)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    156,782 miles
    Test number
    790573628380
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  16. Pass152,246 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    152,246 miles
    Test number
    750443923689
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryParking brake just meets minimum requirement

  17. Fail152,246 miles (+6,627)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,246 miles
    Test number
    329591930636
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryParking brake just meets minimum requirement

  18. Pass145,619 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    145,619 miles
    Test number
    575809557816
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  19. Fail145,619 miles (+11,468)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,619 miles
    Test number
    524435720019
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear slight brake bind
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  20. Pass134,151 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    134,151 miles
    Test number
    297608735218
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  21. Fail134,151 miles (+8,295)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,151 miles
    Test number
    589268835260
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  22. Pass125,856 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    125,856 miles
    Test number
    346640624209
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSlight play in nearside steering rack arm

  23. Fail125,856 miles (+7,450)2 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,856 miles
    Test number
    236350724282
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside rear caliper arm slightly sticking
    • NoteSlight play in nearside steering rack arm

  24. Pass118,406 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    118,406 miles
    Test number
    148747923227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail118,406 miles (+7,588)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,406 miles
    Test number
    385697723224
    • FailureRear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  26. Fail110,818 miles2 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,818 miles
    Test number
    539304122294
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  27. Pass110,818 miles (+9,780)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    110,818 miles
    Test number
    829134922264
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  28. Pass101,038 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    101,038 miles
    Test number
    367242721204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail101,038 miles (+9,651)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,038 miles
    Test number
    965451721226
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  30. Pass91,387 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    91,387 miles
    Test number
    340335520287
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  31. Fail91,385 miles (+7,397)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,385 miles
    Test number
    641235220265
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  32. Pass83,988 miles (+22)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    83,988 miles
    Test number
    373594529496

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail83,966 miles (+5,447)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,966 miles
    Test number
    943722429286
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  34. Pass78,519 miles (+5,774)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    78,519 miles
    Test number
    274859018204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  35. Fail72,745 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,745 miles
    Test number
    563078717224
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  36. Pass72,745 miles (+5,735)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    72,745 miles
    Test number
    650008517275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  37. Pass67,010 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    67,010 miles
    Test number
    382691126284
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Questions about T213 GSE

Does T213 GSE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T213 GSE is valid until 5 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on T213 GSE?
The MOT on T213 GSE is valid until 5 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T213 GSE done?
T213 GSE was recorded at 169,638 miles at its MOT on 17 Aug 2026, an average of 5,126 miles a year.
Has T213 GSE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T213 GSE has failed 16 of its 37 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on T213 GSE 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 T213 GSE find?
T213 GSE passed its latest MOT on 17 Aug 2026 with 1 advisory: front no plate craked deteriated.

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