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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,400 cc

T221 FLGMOT history

T221 FLG is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 9 Jul 1999. Its MOT is valid until 29 Jul 2027 and it has passed 21 of 29 MOT tests, with 165,036 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 29 Jul 2027
Mileage
165,036 mi
At MOT on 23 Jul 2026
MOT tests
29
21 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,473 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T221 FLG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,400 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
9 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T221 FLG was last recorded at 165,036 miles on 23 Jul 2026, 3,846 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
161,190 miles · 30 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
3,846 miles
Average per year
3,473 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 165,036 miles
  • 2025 – 161,190 miles
  • 2024 – 156,194 miles
  • 2023 – 152,881 miles
  • 2022 – 149,971 miles
  • 2021 – 146,079 miles
  • 2020 – 142,149 miles
  • 2019 – 140,830 miles
  • 2018 – 139,926 miles
  • 2017 – 139,405 miles
  • 2016 – 138,795 miles
  • 2015 – 137,128 miles
  • 2014 – 135,434 miles
  • 2013 – 134,281 miles
  • 2012 – 132,418 miles
  • 2011 – 130,955 miles
  • 2010 – 127,734 miles
  • 2009 – 122,357 miles
  • 2008 – 116,354 miles
  • 2007 – 107,028 miles
  • 2006 – 95,325 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass165,036 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rears (1.1.11 (c))

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.

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major3 MOTs, 2018–2026

  • Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2026

  • Nearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2012

Full MOT history

29 tests since 27 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass165,036 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    165,036 miles
    Test number
    617169316835
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rears (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail165,035 miles (+3,845)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,035 miles
    Test number
    331141316490
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive slight leak from sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rears (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass161,190 miles (+4,996)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    161,190 miles
    Test number
    250509461871
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive slight leak from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass156,194 miles (+3,313)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    156,194 miles
    Test number
    501936602235
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (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))

  5. Pass152,881 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    152,881 miles
    Test number
    360178161966
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened surfaces corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail152,881 miles (+2,910)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,881 miles
    Test number
    587225480609
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened surfaces corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass149,971 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    149,971 miles
    Test number
    470038660709

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail149,964 miles (+3,885)6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,964 miles
    Test number
    603112433713
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass146,079 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    146,079 miles
    Test number
    857237200543
    • AdvisoryEngine covers & undertrays fitted

  10. Fail146,077 miles (+3,928)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,077 miles
    Test number
    996080137036
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers & undertrays fitted

  11. Pass142,149 miles (+1,319)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    142,149 miles
    Test number
    573282372492
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to offside rear floor

  12. Pass140,830 miles (+904)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    140,830 miles
    Test number
    368632046471
    • AdvisoryRear tyres perishing

  13. Pass139,926 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    139,926 miles
    Test number
    135701010244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail139,922 miles (+517)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,922 miles
    Test number
    130057200242
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

  15. Pass139,405 miles (+610)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    139,405 miles
    Test number
    615690764787

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass138,795 miles (+1,667)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    138,795 miles
    Test number
    204480567266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass137,128 miles (+1,694)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    137,128 miles
    Test number
    815351465196
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSpare tyre defective
    • NoteFront tyres perishing
    • NoteFront tyres worn
    • NoteRadiator starting to leak coolant

  18. Pass135,434 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    135,434 miles
    Test number
    118179364192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail135,430 miles (+1,149)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,430 miles
    Test number
    565977864175
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  20. Pass134,281 miles (+1,863)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    134,281 miles
    Test number
    617551873139
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

  21. Pass132,418 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    132,418 miles
    Test number
    865832672195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail132,418 miles (+1,463)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,418 miles
    Test number
    247182472117
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  23. Pass130,955 miles (+3,221)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    130,955 miles
    Test number
    856347861109
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear wiper blade

  24. Pass127,734 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    127,734 miles
    Test number
    310272570175
    • NotePower steering pipe weeping oil

  25. Fail127,734 miles (+5,377)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,734 miles
    Test number
    840332070137
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • NotePower steering pipe weeping oil

  26. Pass122,357 miles (+6,003)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    122,357 miles
    Test number
    504656579191
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  27. Pass116,354 miles (+9,326)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    116,354 miles
    Test number
    932058078187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass107,028 miles (+11,703)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    107,028 miles
    Test number
    533272977144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass95,325 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    95,325 miles
    Test number
    290438476182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T221 FLG

Does T221 FLG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T221 FLG is valid until 29 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T221 FLG?
The MOT on T221 FLG 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 T221 FLG done?
T221 FLG was recorded at 165,036 miles at its MOT on 23 Jul 2026, an average of 3,473 miles a year.
Has T221 FLG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T221 FLG has failed 8 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on T221 FLG 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 T221 FLG find?
T221 FLG passed its latest MOT on 23 Jul 2026 with 1 advisory: rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rears.

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