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Volkswagen Golf

White · Diesel · 2010 · 1,968 cc

T21 OWEMOT history

T21 OWE is a white diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 22 Nov 2010. Its MOT is valid until 29 Jul 2027 and it has passed 10 of 13 MOT tests, with 199,060 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 29 Jul 2027
Mileage
199,060 mi
At MOT on 16 Jul 2026
MOT tests
13
10 passed · 3 failed
Per year
7,082 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T21 OWE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
22 Nov 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T21 OWE was last recorded at 199,060 miles on 16 Jul 2026, 8,077 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jul 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 30 Jul 2020: 135,839 miles, lower than 214,769 miles on 6 Sept 2018.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassMileage went down
Previous MOT
190,983 miles · 22 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
8,077 miles
Average per year
7,082 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 199,060 miles
  • 2025 – 190,983 miles
  • 2024 – 181,800 miles
  • 2023 – 171,586 miles
  • 2022 – 160,855 miles
  • 2021 – 151,075 miles
  • 2020 – 135,839 miles
  • 2018 – 214,769 miles
  • 2014 – 110,306 miles
  • 2013 – 108,688 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass199,060 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

Full MOT history

13 tests since 11 Oct 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass199,060 miles (+8,077)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    199,060 miles
    Test number
    790528661738
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  2. Pass190,983 miles (+9,183)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    190,983 miles
    Test number
    201128732181
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Pass181,800 miles (+10,214)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    181,800 miles
    Test number
    566807018625
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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))
  4. Pass171,586 miles (+10,731)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    171,586 miles
    Test number
    940664847969

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass160,855 miles (+9,780)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    160,855 miles
    Test number
    815970444077
    • 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))
  6. Pass151,075 miles (+15,236)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    151,075 miles
    Test number
    847349407213
    • 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))
  7. Pass135,839 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    135,839 miles
    Test number
    620932715252
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  8. Fail135,839 miles (-78,930)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,839 miles
    Test number
    193792332810
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  9. Pass214,769 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    214,769 miles
    Test number
    623244041723

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail214,739 miles (+104,433)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    214,739 miles
    Test number
    387688851866
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  11. Pass110,306 miles (+1,618)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    110,306 miles
    Test number
    277215714314
    • AdvisoryFront suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
  12. Pass108,688 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    108,688 miles
    Test number
    346104583468
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
  13. Fail108,685 miles1 failure1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,685 miles
    Test number
    847024483220
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm locating pin locking device not properly locked (2.4.G.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Questions about T21 OWE

Does T21 OWE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T21 OWE is valid until 29 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T21 OWE?
The MOT on T21 OWE is valid until 29 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T21 OWE done?
T21 OWE was recorded at 199,060 miles at its MOT on 16 Jul 2026, an average of 7,082 miles a year.
Has T21 OWE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T21 OWE has failed 3 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jul 2020.
Has the mileage on T21 OWE ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 30 Jul 2020. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T21 OWE find?
T21 OWE passed its latest MOT on 16 Jul 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside rear suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 1 more.

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