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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,600 cc

T237 VKEMOT history

T237 VKE is a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 22 Jul 1999. Its MOT is valid until 20 Mar 2027 and it has passed 22 of 35 MOT tests, with 165,095 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 20 Mar 2027
Mileage
165,095 mi
At MOT on 13 Mar 2026
MOT tests
35
22 passed · 13 failed
Per year
4,831 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T237 VKE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,600 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
22 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T237 VKE was last recorded at 165,095 miles on 13 Mar 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Mar 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 5 Mar 2015: 131,075 miles, lower than 138,676 miles on 4 Feb 2015.

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

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
165,095 miles · 10 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,831 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 165,095 miles
  • 2025 – 163,210 miles
  • 2024 – 161,410 miles
  • 2023 – 159,085 miles
  • 2022 – 155,992 miles
  • 2021 – 154,582 miles
  • 2020 – 152,176 miles
  • 2019 – 149,582 miles
  • 2018 – 146,974 miles
  • 2017 – 144,462 miles
  • 2016 – 141,345 miles
  • 2015 – 131,079 miles
  • 2014 – 135,623 miles
  • 2013 – 125,080 miles
  • 2012 – 118,481 miles
  • 2011 – 111,556 miles
  • 2010 – 103,018 miles
  • 2009 – 94,378 miles
  • 2008 – 84,123 miles
  • 2007 – 76,000 miles
  • 2006 – 68,218 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass165,095 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively nsf osf (1.1.14 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively nsr osr (1.1.14 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin nsr osr (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded nsr osr (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022

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 Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2026

  • Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Nearside and offside

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Nearside and offside brake pipes corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Coil spring corroded Nearside and offside

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass165,095 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    165,095 miles
    Test number
    136573833278
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively nsf osf (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively nsr osr (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin nsr osr (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded nsr osr (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail165,095 miles (+1,885)1 dangerous5 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,095 miles
    Test number
    182624287347
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick nsf osf (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • 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 carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively nsf osf (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively nsr osr (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin nsr osr (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded nsr osr (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass163,210 miles (+1,800)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    163,210 miles
    Test number
    825038819967
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass161,410 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    161,410 miles
    Test number
    866826164153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail161,400 miles (+2,315)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,400 miles
    Test number
    390976805702
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  6. Pass159,085 miles (+10)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    159,085 miles
    Test number
    129722858073
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Nearside and offside (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Nearside and offside brake pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Nearside and offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Fail159,075 miles (+3,083)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,075 miles
    Test number
    704569007624
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Inner sill section corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Sill section corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Nearside and offside (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Nearside and offside brake pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Nearside and offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass155,992 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    155,992 miles
    Test number
    654105892947
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases between centre and back box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded nsr osr (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Fail155,992 miles (+1,410)1 dangerous2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,992 miles
    Test number
    181380987364
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases between centre and back box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded nsr osr (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass154,582 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    154,582 miles
    Test number
    755036112440
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy BACK BOX (8.1.1 (a))

  11. Fail154,581 miles (+2,405)1 dangerous5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,581 miles
    Test number
    344346255240
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.2.1 (a))
    • MajorExhaust emits dense blue smoke at idle (8.2.1.2 (f))
    • MajorExhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy BACK BOX (8.1.1 (a))

  12. Pass152,176 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    152,176 miles
    Test number
    333810691297
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  13. Fail152,175 miles (+2,593)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,175 miles
    Test number
    594085138757
    • DangerousExhaust back box excessively corroded
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  14. Pass149,582 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    149,582 miles
    Test number
    214682175514
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  15. Fail149,581 miles (+2,607)7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,581 miles
    Test number
    439961107161
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil lek
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust heat shield loose but not insecure

  16. Pass146,974 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    146,974 miles
    Test number
    188430367297
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  17. Fail146,973 miles (+2,511)1 dangerous1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,973 miles
    Test number
    235383771959
    • DangerousOffside Front Anti-roll bar damaged and seriously weakened Broken (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  18. Pass144,462 miles (+2)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    144,462 miles
    Test number
    858071953666
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment + offside (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • 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 Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryAll four tyres unevenly worn
    • AdvisoryLower gearbox mount defective

  19. Fail144,460 miles (+3,115)2 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,460 miles
    Test number
    296174957817
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment + offside (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • 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 Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryAll four tyres unevenly worn
    • AdvisoryLower gearbox mount defective

  20. Pass141,345 miles (+10,266)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    141,345 miles
    Test number
    383334518989

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass131,079 miles (+4)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    131,079 miles
    Test number
    808769765099
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteBlue smokre when cold

  22. Fail131,075 miles (-7,601)5 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,075 miles
    Test number
    706644365023
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteBlue smokre when cold

  23. Pass138,676 miles (+3,053)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    138,676 miles
    Test number
    309085035045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass135,623 miles (+10,543)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    135,623 miles
    Test number
    525445044036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass125,080 miles (+6,599)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    125,080 miles
    Test number
    765707453046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass118,481 miles (+43)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    118,481 miles
    Test number
    316328452071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail118,438 miles (+6,882)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,438 miles
    Test number
    785618942079
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  28. Pass111,556 miles (+101)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    111,556 miles
    Test number
    838837841046
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteMaster cylinder changed,large amount of brake fluid spilt over vehicle components unable to check properly for leaks

  29. Fail111,455 miles (+8,437)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,455 miles
    Test number
    545182241086
    • FailureBrake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  30. Pass103,018 miles (+8,640)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    103,018 miles
    Test number
    253916040064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass94,378 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    94,378 miles
    Test number
    170160959466

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail94,377 miles (+10,254)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,377 miles
    Test number
    942089949004
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  33. Pass84,123 miles (+8,123)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    84,123 miles
    Test number
    302256448093
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  34. Pass76,000 miles (+7,782)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    76,000 miles
    Test number
    120060257492

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  35. Pass68,218 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    68,218 miles
    Test number
    501323456063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T237 VKE

Does T237 VKE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T237 VKE is valid until 20 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T237 VKE?
The MOT on T237 VKE is valid until 20 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T237 VKE done?
T237 VKE was recorded at 165,095 miles at its MOT on 13 Mar 2026, an average of 4,831 miles a year.
Has T237 VKE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T237 VKE has failed 13 of its 35 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on T237 VKE ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 5 Mar 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T237 VKE find?
T237 VKE passed its latest MOT on 13 Mar 2026 with 7 advisories: front brake disc worn, but not excessively nsf osf; front oil leak, but not excessive; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 4 more.

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