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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,800 cc

T245 SBVMOT history

T245 SBV is a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 30 Jan 2027 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 128,353 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 30 Jan 2027
Mileage
128,353 mi
At MOT on 31 Jan 2026
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
2,950 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T245 SBV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,800 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
31 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T245 SBV was last recorded at 128,353 miles on 31 Jan 2026, 399 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Nov 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
127,954 miles · 27 Nov 2023
Between the last two tests
399 miles
Average per year
2,950 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 128,353 miles
  • 2023 – 127,954 miles
  • 2022 – 125,330 miles
  • 2021 – 122,746 miles
  • 2020 – 120,753 miles
  • 2019 – 118,397 miles
  • 2018 – 113,296 miles
  • 2017 – 111,183 miles
  • 2016 – 110,736 miles
  • 2015 – 110,060 miles
  • 2014 – 109,095 miles
  • 2013 – 107,568 miles
  • 2012 – 105,875 miles
  • 2011 – 103,305 miles
  • 2010 – 100,864 miles
  • 2009 – 96,617 miles
  • 2008 – 87,463 miles
  • 2007 – 79,070 miles
  • 2006 – 69,943 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass128,353 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryVehicle corroded

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.

  • N/S OUTER SILL CORRODED/HOLED - OUTSIDE PRESCRIBED AREA

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Chip on windscreen - within tolerances

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

30 tests since 13 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass128,353 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    128,353 miles
    Test number
    461944417121
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle corroded

  2. Fail128,353 miles (+399)1 dangerous1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,353 miles
    Test number
    327483504895
    • DangerousNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle corroded

  3. Pass127,954 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    127,954 miles
    Test number
    441388028154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail127,954 miles (+2,624)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,954 miles
    Test number
    356250509261
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  5. Pass125,330 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    125,330 miles
    Test number
    604420293273
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  6. Fail125,328 miles (+2,582)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,328 miles
    Test number
    553620483408
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened mounting point (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass122,746 miles (+55)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    122,746 miles
    Test number
    833488499129
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Fail122,691 miles (+1,938)4 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,691 miles
    Test number
    941966168602
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass120,753 miles (+80)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    120,753 miles
    Test number
    372596156211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail120,673 miles (+2,276)2 dangerous6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,673 miles
    Test number
    967851818849
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass118,397 miles (+5,101)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    118,397 miles
    Test number
    120289784263
    • AdvisoryBoth outer sills corroded/holed - all outside prescribed areas
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass113,296 miles (+2,113)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2019
    Odometer
    113,296 miles
    Test number
    378683185517
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside outer sill corroded/holed - outside prescribed area
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  13. Pass111,183 miles (+9)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2018
    Odometer
    111,183 miles
    Test number
    895988138564
    • AdvisoryChip on windscreen - within tolerances
    • AdvisoryN/S OUTER SILL CORRODED/HOLED - OUTSIDE PRESCRIBED AREA

  14. Fail111,174 miles5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,174 miles
    Test number
    942109257692
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryChip on windscreen - within tolerances
    • AdvisoryN/S OUTER SILL CORRODED/HOLED - OUTSIDE PRESCRIBED AREA

  15. Fail111,174 miles (+438)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,174 miles
    Test number
    184265936965
    • FailureNearside Rear Axle beam cracked excessively corroded (2.5.A.5a)
    • AdvisoryChip on windscreen - within tolerances
    • AdvisoryN/S OUTER SILL CORRODED/HOLED - OUTSIDE PRESCRIBED AREA
    • AdvisoryO/s/r brake disc backing plate corroded
    • AdvisoryRear axle starting to corrode in various places

  16. Pass110,736 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2017
    Odometer
    110,736 miles
    Test number
    906632281047
    • AdvisoryN/S OUTER SILL CORRODED/HOLED - OUTSIDE PRESCRIBED AREA

  17. Fail110,735 miles (+675)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,735 miles
    Test number
    939588159210
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryN/S OUTER SILL CORRODED/HOLED - OUTSIDE PRESCRIBED AREA

  18. Pass110,060 miles (+1)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2016
    Odometer
    110,060 miles
    Test number
    515971135164
    • NoteBoth front tyres cracking/perished
    • NoteN/s/r & o/s/r metal brake pipe slight corrosion
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged

  19. Fail110,059 miles (+964)1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,059 miles
    Test number
    917699915170
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteBoth front tyres cracking/perished
    • NoteN/s/r & o/s/r metal brake pipe slight corrosion
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged

  20. Pass109,095 miles (+1)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2015
    Odometer
    109,095 miles
    Test number
    126680024131
    • NoteN/s/r & o/s/r metal brake pipes starting to corrode
    • NoteStonechip on windscreen - within tolerances

  21. Fail109,094 miles (+1,526)2 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,094 miles
    Test number
    459377904163
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • NoteN/s/r & o/s/r metal brake pipes starting to corrode
    • NoteRear tyres badly perished/cracking
    • NoteStonechip on windscreen - within tolerances

  22. Fail107,568 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,568 miles
    Test number
    559958493058
    • Repaired at testOffside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

  23. Pass107,568 miles (+1,693)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2014
    Odometer
    107,568 miles
    Test number
    885378493045
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

  24. Pass105,875 miles (+2,570)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2013
    Odometer
    105,875 miles
    Test number
    116744602199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass103,305 miles (+2,441)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2012
    Odometer
    103,305 miles
    Test number
    785443901160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass100,864 miles (+4,247)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2011
    Odometer
    100,864 miles
    Test number
    471853300160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass96,617 miles (+9,154)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2010
    Odometer
    96,617 miles
    Test number
    810396909173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass87,463 miles (+8,393)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2009
    Odometer
    87,463 miles
    Test number
    422131608197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass79,070 miles (+9,127)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2008
    Odometer
    79,070 miles
    Test number
    881886507148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass69,943 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2007
    Odometer
    69,943 miles
    Test number
    884413306160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T245 SBV

Does T245 SBV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T245 SBV is valid until 30 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on T245 SBV?
The MOT on T245 SBV is valid until 30 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T245 SBV done?
T245 SBV was recorded at 128,353 miles at its MOT on 31 Jan 2026, an average of 2,950 miles a year.
Has T245 SBV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T245 SBV has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on T245 SBV 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 T245 SBV find?
T245 SBV passed its latest MOT on 31 Jan 2026 with 2 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; vehicle corroded.

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