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Volkswagen Golf

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,781 cc

T217 VKEMOT history

T217 VKE is a red petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 20 Jul 1999. Its MOT is valid until 21 Mar 2027 and it has passed 20 of 23 MOT tests, with 214,510 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 21 Mar 2027
Mileage
214,510 mi
At MOT on 20 Mar 2026
MOT tests
23
20 passed · 3 failed
Per year
7,166 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T217 VKE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
20 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T217 VKE was last recorded at 214,510 miles on 20 Mar 2026, 3,843 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
210,667 miles · 20 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
3,843 miles
Average per year
7,166 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 214,510 miles
  • 2025 – 210,667 miles
  • 2024 – 207,742 miles
  • 2023 – 205,324 miles
  • 2021 – 204,383 miles
  • 2020 – 203,398 miles
  • 2019 – 199,782 miles
  • 2018 – 190,867 miles
  • 2017 – 185,387 miles
  • 2016 – 181,622 miles
  • 2015 – 177,811 miles
  • 2014 – 164,886 miles
  • 2013 – 157,890 miles
  • 2012 – 148,318 miles
  • 2011 – 136,222 miles
  • 2010 – 125,752 miles
  • 2009 – 119,444 miles
  • 2008 – 107,228 miles
  • 2007 – 91,399 miles
  • 2006 – 71,838 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass214,510 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive axle (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryUnder-body surface corrosionRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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 Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2017

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

23 tests since 22 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass214,510 miles (+3,843)15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    214,510 miles
    Test number
    737214107172
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive axle (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder-body surface corrosion

  2. Pass210,667 miles (+2,925)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    210,667 miles
    Test number
    398482829610
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder-body corrosion

  3. Pass207,742 miles (+2,418)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    207,742 miles
    Test number
    282215576066
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryUnder-body surface corrosion

  4. Pass205,324 miles (+941)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    205,324 miles
    Test number
    687229575874
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder vehicle surface corrosion

  5. Pass204,383 miles (+985)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    204,383 miles
    Test number
    899901561088
    • AdvisoryUnder body surface corrosion

  6. Pass203,398 miles (+3,616)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    203,398 miles
    Test number
    441805566717
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass199,782 miles (+8,915)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    199,782 miles
    Test number
    962549338412
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  8. Pass190,867 miles (+5,480)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    190,867 miles
    Test number
    314528750306
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  9. Pass185,387 miles (+3,765)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    185,387 miles
    Test number
    989887203855
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  10. Pass181,622 miles (+3,811)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    181,622 miles
    Test number
    268325628976
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre wall damaged (no cord showing)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust outer skin corroded

  11. Pass177,811 miles (+12,925)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    177,811 miles
    Test number
    938170455132
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  12. Pass164,886 miles (+6,996)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    164,886 miles
    Test number
    439277434164
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  13. Pass157,890 miles (+9,572)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    157,890 miles
    Test number
    388120953146
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  14. Pass148,318 miles (+12,096)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    148,318 miles
    Test number
    368440562154
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  15. Pass136,222 miles (+10,470)6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2012
    Odometer
    136,222 miles
    Test number
    746280721179
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside rear and offside rear wheel bearings have play and are slightly rough when rotated

  16. Pass125,752 miles (+6,308)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2011
    Odometer
    125,752 miles
    Test number
    580321720196
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

  17. Pass119,444 miles (+2,038)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2010
    Odometer
    119,444 miles
    Test number
    954959129137
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteRear wheel bearings noisy

  18. Fail117,406 miles (+10,178)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,406 miles
    Test number
    843384849007
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass107,228 miles (+15,829)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2009
    Odometer
    107,228 miles
    Test number
    632083338134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass91,399 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2008
    Odometer
    91,399 miles
    Test number
    203470227171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail91,399 miles (+19,561)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,399 miles
    Test number
    243750427198
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • NoteFront defusser insecure

  22. Pass71,838 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2007
    Odometer
    71,838 miles
    Test number
    552432016123
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteBoth front lower arm inner rear bushes perishing

  23. Fail71,838 miles3 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,838 miles
    Test number
    663262216152
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteBoth front lower arm inner rear bushes perishing

Questions about T217 VKE

Does T217 VKE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T217 VKE is valid until 21 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T217 VKE?
The MOT on T217 VKE is valid until 21 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T217 VKE done?
T217 VKE was recorded at 214,510 miles at its MOT on 20 Mar 2026, an average of 7,166 miles a year.
Has T217 VKE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T217 VKE has failed 3 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Feb 2009.
Has the mileage on T217 VKE 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 T217 VKE find?
T217 VKE passed its latest MOT on 20 Mar 2026 with 15 advisories: front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside front brake disc worn, but not excessively; nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated, and 12 more.

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