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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,600 cc

T260 VKEMOT history

T260 VKE is a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 30 Jul 2027 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 53,648 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 30 Jul 2027
Mileage
53,648 mi
At MOT on 30 Jul 2026
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,464 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T260 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
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T260 VKE was last recorded at 53,648 miles on 30 Jul 2026, 2,039 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
51,609 miles · 31 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
2,039 miles
Average per year
1,464 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 53,648 miles
  • 2025 – 51,609 miles
  • 2024 – 50,230 miles
  • 2023 – 46,640 miles
  • 2022 – 46,198 miles
  • 2021 – 43,778 miles
  • 2020 – 42,298 miles
  • 2019 – 38,199 miles
  • 2012 – 37,806 miles
  • 2011 – 35,953 miles
  • 2010 – 34,073 miles
  • 2009 – 29,177 miles
  • 2008 – 28,105 miles
  • 2007 – 26,505 miles
  • 2006 – 25,111 miles
  • 2005 – 22,804 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass53,648 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Nearside and offside axle bushes (5.3.4 (a) (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.

  • Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Front Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened locating tag in hub bent over

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

Full MOT history

22 tests since 7 Jul 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass53,648 miles (+2,039)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    53,648 miles
    Test number
    250244816532
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Nearside and offside axle bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass51,609 miles (+8)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    51,609 miles
    Test number
    614386445944
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened locating tag in hub bent over (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail51,601 miles (+16)2 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,601 miles
    Test number
    105093938925
    • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened locating tag in hub bent over (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail51,585 miles (+1,355)6 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,585 miles
    Test number
    698089822202
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play inner tie rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass50,230 miles (+3,590)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    50,230 miles
    Test number
    868308420766
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass46,640 miles (+442)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    46,640 miles
    Test number
    468025110481
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Pass46,198 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    46,198 miles
    Test number
    598959870150
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail46,198 miles (+2,420)3 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,198 miles
    Test number
    510362879850
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass43,778 miles (+1,480)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    43,778 miles
    Test number
    602034802148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass42,298 miles (+4,099)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    42,298 miles
    Test number
    394777403334

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass38,199 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    38,199 miles
    Test number
    166733141860

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail38,199 miles (+393)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,199 miles
    Test number
    877603468942
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  13. Pass37,806 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    37,806 miles
    Test number
    688460652151
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  14. Fail37,806 miles (+1,853)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,806 miles
    Test number
    926120352187
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  15. Pass35,953 miles (+1,880)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    35,953 miles
    Test number
    215614851472
    • NoteAir bag light on
    • NoteN/s rear door handel wont operate from outside

  16. Pass34,073 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    34,073 miles
    Test number
    114937720406

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail34,073 miles (+4,896)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,073 miles
    Test number
    742136420025
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  18. Pass29,177 miles (+1,072)1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    29,177 miles
    Test number
    112100549089
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn very close to legal limit on inner edge of treadface

  19. Pass28,105 miles (+1,600)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    28,105 miles
    Test number
    171570908284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass26,505 miles (+1,394)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    26,505 miles
    Test number
    502994687127
    • NoteAdvise both rear tyres worn on edges

  21. Pass25,111 miles (+2,307)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    25,111 miles
    Test number
    841139696193
    • NoteN/s inner cv boot leaking slightly

  22. Pass22,804 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2006
    Odometer
    22,804 miles
    Test number
    664898085130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T260 VKE

Does T260 VKE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T260 VKE is valid until 30 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T260 VKE?
The MOT on T260 VKE 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 T260 VKE done?
T260 VKE was recorded at 53,648 miles at its MOT on 30 Jul 2026, an average of 1,464 miles a year.
Has T260 VKE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T260 VKE has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on T260 VKE 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 T260 VKE find?
T260 VKE passed its latest MOT on 30 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside play in steering rack inner joint(s), and 3 more.

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