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Volkswagen Golf

Green · Diesel · 1999 · 1,896 cc

T245 SOOMOT history

T245 SOO is a green diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 16 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 30 Jun 2027 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 247,178 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 30 Jun 2027
Mileage
247,178 mi
At MOT on 16 Jun 2026
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
7,705 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T245 SOO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
16 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T245 SOO was last recorded at 247,178 miles on 16 Jun 2026, 10,899 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
236,279 miles · 26 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
10,899 miles
Average per year
7,705 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 247,178 miles
  • 2025 – 236,279 miles
  • 2024 – 225,086 miles
  • 2023 – 210,974 miles
  • 2022 – 194,634 miles
  • 2021 – 184,940 miles
  • 2019 – 178,569 miles
  • 2018 – 170,535 miles
  • 2017 – 163,493 miles
  • 2016 – 160,383 miles
  • 2015 – 152,492 miles
  • 2014 – 146,403 miles
  • 2013 – 141,283 miles
  • 2012 – 136,851 miles
  • 2011 – 132,168 miles
  • 2010 – 126,768 miles
  • 2009 – 119,868 miles
  • 2008 – 115,138 miles
  • 2007 – 107,026 miles
  • 2006 – 91,391 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass247,178 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Sub-frame damaged 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.

  • Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

30 tests since 28 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass247,178 miles (+10,899)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    247,178 miles
    Test number
    842461194588
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Sub-frame damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass236,279 miles (+354)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    236,279 miles
    Test number
    455711404337
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Fail235,925 miles (+10,839)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    235,925 miles
    Test number
    303282877510
    • MajorFront Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass225,086 miles (+14,112)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    225,086 miles
    Test number
    521558455714
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass210,974 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    210,974 miles
    Test number
    960734644953

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail210,970 miles (+16,336)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    210,970 miles
    Test number
    292487108179
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass194,634 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    194,634 miles
    Test number
    688382499957
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

  8. Fail194,633 miles (+9,693)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    194,633 miles
    Test number
    804483049246
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

  9. Pass184,940 miles (+6,371)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    184,940 miles
    Test number
    319436556310
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing on edge

  10. Pass178,569 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    178,569 miles
    Test number
    511283101235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail178,569 miles (+8,034)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,569 miles
    Test number
    847548363080
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  12. Pass170,535 miles (+7,042)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    170,535 miles
    Test number
    921360266797
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass163,493 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    163,493 miles
    Test number
    626554177515
    • AdvisoryRear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  14. Fail163,493 miles (+3,110)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,493 miles
    Test number
    130936439020
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass160,383 miles (+7,891)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    160,383 miles
    Test number
    291344229992
    • AdvisoryFront windscreen wipers starting to split

  16. Pass152,492 miles (+6,089)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    152,492 miles
    Test number
    437586075047
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass146,403 miles (+5,120)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    146,403 miles
    Test number
    465499374030
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass141,283 miles (+4,432)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    141,283 miles
    Test number
    166888973475

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass136,851 miles (+4,683)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    136,851 miles
    Test number
    787616572009
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass132,168 miles (+8)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    132,168 miles
    Test number
    987689181027
    • NoteFont headlight lense protectors fitted
    • NoteFront tyres worn on inner edges
    • NoteN/s/f wiper deteriorating
    • NoteRear tyres feathering on outer edges
    • NoteWheel-trims fitted - retainers not checked

  21. Fail132,160 miles (+5,392)2 failures2 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,160 miles
    Test number
    709778281034
    • FailureNearside Front Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFont headlight lense protectors fitted
    • NoteFront tyres worn on inner edges
    • NoteN/s/f wiper deteriorating
    • NoteRear tyres feathering on outer edges
    • NoteWheel-trims fitted - retainers not checked

  22. Fail126,768 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,768 miles
    Test number
    171345970412
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  23. Pass126,768 miles (+6,900)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    126,768 miles
    Test number
    531955470065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail119,868 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,868 miles
    Test number
    623198979077
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  25. Pass119,868 miles (+4,730)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    119,868 miles
    Test number
    910218879049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass115,138 miles (+8,112)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    115,138 miles
    Test number
    893438888025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass107,026 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    107,026 miles
    Test number
    230221487045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail107,026 miles (+15,635)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,026 miles
    Test number
    831281887031
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  29. Fail91,391 miles4 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,391 miles
    Test number
    813657486088
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  30. Pass91,391 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    91,391 miles
    Test number
    903417786032
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Questions about T245 SOO

Does T245 SOO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T245 SOO is valid until 30 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on T245 SOO?
The MOT on T245 SOO is valid until 30 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T245 SOO done?
T245 SOO was recorded at 247,178 miles at its MOT on 16 Jun 2026, an average of 7,705 miles a year.
Has T245 SOO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T245 SOO has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on T245 SOO 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 SOO find?
T245 SOO passed its latest MOT on 16 Jun 2026 with 1 advisory: offside rear lower sub-frame damaged but not seriously weakened.

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