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Volkswagen Golf

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,595 cc

T247 EANMOT history

T247 EAN is a red petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 8 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 30 Jul 2027 and it has passed 21 of 32 MOT tests, with 111,164 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 30 Jul 2027
Mileage
111,164 mi
At MOT on 28 Jul 2026
MOT tests
32
21 passed · 11 failed
Per year
3,826 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T247 EAN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
8 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T247 EAN was last recorded at 111,164 miles on 28 Jul 2026, 740 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
110,424 miles · 2 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
740 miles
Average per year
3,826 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 111,164 miles
  • 2025 – 110,424 miles
  • 2024 – 109,715 miles
  • 2023 – 108,813 miles
  • 2022 – 107,107 miles
  • 2021 – 106,169 miles
  • 2020 – 105,661 miles
  • 2019 – 104,787 miles
  • 2018 – 102,560 miles
  • 2017 – 100,568 miles
  • 2016 – 98,978 miles
  • 2015 – 95,633 miles
  • 2014 – 93,614 miles
  • 2013 – 91,421 miles
  • 2012 – 88,498 miles
  • 2011 – 79,152 miles
  • 2010 – 66,858 miles
  • 2009 – 55,998 miles
  • 2008 – 44,362 miles
  • 2007 – 34,598 miles
  • 2006 – 34,054 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass111,164 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))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.

  • Nearside Rear Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Offside Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

32 tests since 2 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass111,164 miles (+740)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    111,164 miles
    Test number
    646592905378
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass110,424 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    110,424 miles
    Test number
    230849574295
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail110,424 miles (+709)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,424 miles
    Test number
    995275659254
    • 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))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass109,715 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    109,715 miles
    Test number
    315109830156
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail109,715 miles (+902)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,715 miles
    Test number
    341698519578
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass108,813 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    108,813 miles
    Test number
    163638515431
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Fail108,813 miles (+1,706)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,813 miles
    Test number
    709685284788
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  8. Pass107,107 miles (+938)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    107,107 miles
    Test number
    283712703742
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass106,169 miles (+508)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    106,169 miles
    Test number
    487739599506

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass105,661 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    105,661 miles
    Test number
    597996968516

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail105,661 miles (+874)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,661 miles
    Test number
    254297913842
    • MajorOffside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

  12. Pass104,787 miles (+2,227)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    104,787 miles
    Test number
    402769876689
    • AdvisorySlight perishing in nsr tyre treads

  13. Pass102,560 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    102,560 miles
    Test number
    939956077007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail102,560 miles (+1,992)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,560 miles
    Test number
    908288523364
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

  15. Pass100,568 miles (+1,590)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    100,568 miles
    Test number
    266955837638

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass98,978 miles (+3,345)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    98,978 miles
    Test number
    192994101099
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  17. Pass95,633 miles (+2,019)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    95,633 miles
    Test number
    848165575120
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass93,614 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    93,614 miles
    Test number
    278461074490

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail93,614 miles (+2,193)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,614 miles
    Test number
    696451474183
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteCentre silencer mount brocken

  20. Pass91,421 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    91,421 miles
    Test number
    185108573178
    • NoteFront number plate cracked

  21. Fail91,421 miles (+2,923)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,421 miles
    Test number
    738238673113
    • FailureNearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

  22. Pass88,498 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    88,498 miles
    Test number
    416761472116
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

  23. Fail88,498 miles (+9,346)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,498 miles
    Test number
    207050372165
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

  24. Pass79,152 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    79,152 miles
    Test number
    179523771183
    • NoteFront wipers split
    • NoteN/s/r tyre low on outer edge and tread cracking
    • NoteNearside drive shaft insecure,fixings loose onto gearbox

  25. Fail79,152 miles (+12,294)1 repaired3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,152 miles
    Test number
    698753971177
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteFront wipers split
    • NoteN/s/r tyre low on outer edge and tread cracking
    • NoteNearside drive shaft insecure,fixings loose onto gearbox

  26. Pass66,858 miles (+10,860)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    66,858 miles
    Test number
    322936570142
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteWiper rubbers split

  27. Pass55,998 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    55,998 miles
    Test number
    260371589139
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  28. Fail55,998 miles (+11,636)5 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,998 miles
    Test number
    882167579151
    • FailureCentre Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteCoolant leak

  29. Pass44,362 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    44,362 miles
    Test number
    111022788181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail44,362 miles (+9,764)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,362 miles
    Test number
    264712588117
    • FailureNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailurePower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)

  31. Pass34,598 miles (+544)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    34,598 miles
    Test number
    592032767106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass34,054 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    34,054 miles
    Test number
    232213356133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T247 EAN

Does T247 EAN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T247 EAN is valid until 30 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T247 EAN?
The MOT on T247 EAN is valid until 30 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T247 EAN done?
T247 EAN was recorded at 111,164 miles at its MOT on 28 Jul 2026, an average of 3,826 miles a year.
Has T247 EAN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T247 EAN has failed 11 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on T247 EAN 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 T247 EAN find?
T247 EAN passed its latest MOT on 28 Jul 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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