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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 2007 · 1,984 cc

T21 BNBMOT history

T21 BNB is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 21 Nov 2007. Its MOT is valid until 12 Apr 2027 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 166,800 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 12 Apr 2027
Mileage
166,800 mi
At MOT on 10 Apr 2026
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
9,306 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T21 BNB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
21 Nov 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T21 BNB was last recorded at 166,800 miles on 10 Apr 2026, 11,990 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
154,810 miles · 31 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
11,990 miles
Average per year
9,306 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 166,800 miles
  • 2025 – 154,810 miles
  • 2024 – 147,511 miles
  • 2023 – 146,322 miles
  • 2022 – 135,478 miles
  • 2021 – 127,152 miles
  • 2020 – 121,989 miles
  • 2019 – 112,146 miles
  • 2018 – 100,532 miles
  • 2017 – 89,958 miles
  • 2016 – 78,699 miles
  • 2015 – 73,413 miles
  • 2014 – 66,703 miles
  • 2013 – 58,902 miles
  • 2012 – 54,466 miles
  • 2011 – 37,272 miles
  • 2010 – 20,505 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass166,800 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Front anti roll bar link possibly fitted wrong
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

25 tests since 21 Jul 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass166,800 miles (+11,990)2 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    166,800 miles
    Test number
    744604116616
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (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 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front anti roll bar link possibly fitted wrong
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass154,810 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    154,810 miles
    Test number
    110220492328
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Also signs of heating on nearside rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Wiper arm defective

  3. Fail154,810 miles (+7,299)1 major1 repaired2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,810 miles
    Test number
    309146213863
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Clip missing (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Also signs of heating on nearside rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Wiper arm defective

  4. Pass147,511 miles (+13)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    147,511 miles
    Test number
    315273527478
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail147,498 miles (+1,176)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,498 miles
    Test number
    209662997831
    • MajorFront Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass146,322 miles (+15)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    146,322 miles
    Test number
    687631277292
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Fail146,307 miles (+10,829)1 dangerous3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,307 miles
    Test number
    517516469972
    • DangerousRear Anti-roll bar fractured Offside detatched (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass135,478 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    135,478 miles
    Test number
    894864019166
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  9. Fail135,478 miles (+8,326)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,478 miles
    Test number
    238489682392
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  10. Pass127,152 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    127,152 miles
    Test number
    952241787506
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Fail127,151 miles (+5,162)1 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,151 miles
    Test number
    869589517408
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass121,989 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    121,989 miles
    Test number
    829880707865

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail121,989 miles (+9,843)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,989 miles
    Test number
    640262295477
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • 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))

  14. Pass112,146 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    112,146 miles
    Test number
    945796029742

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail112,146 miles (+11,614)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,146 miles
    Test number
    833344984398
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  16. Pass100,532 miles (+10,574)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    100,532 miles
    Test number
    677448389831

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass89,958 miles (+11,259)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    89,958 miles
    Test number
    809243126311

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass78,699 miles (+5,286)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    78,699 miles
    Test number
    413095222769

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass73,413 miles (+74)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    73,413 miles
    Test number
    946931315184
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  20. Fail73,339 miles (+6,636)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,339 miles
    Test number
    286857705158
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  21. Pass66,703 miles (+7,801)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    66,703 miles
    Test number
    268764904147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass58,902 miles (+4,436)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    58,902 miles
    Test number
    659899893088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass54,466 miles (+17,194)3 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    54,466 miles
    Test number
    227929292134
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • NoteNote/brake pads not fully visible
    • NoteSlight bind to nearside rear brake

  24. Pass37,272 miles (+16,767)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    37,272 miles
    Test number
    837212171136
    • NoteMonitor front tyre tread depths

  25. Pass20,505 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    20,505 miles
    Test number
    713502900241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T21 BNB

Does T21 BNB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T21 BNB is valid until 12 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T21 BNB?
The MOT on T21 BNB is valid until 12 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T21 BNB done?
T21 BNB was recorded at 166,800 miles at its MOT on 10 Apr 2026, an average of 9,306 miles a year.
Has T21 BNB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T21 BNB has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on T21 BNB 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 T21 BNB find?
T21 BNB passed its latest MOT on 10 Apr 2026 with 2 minor defects and 11 advisories: nearside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases, and 10 more.

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