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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,984 cc

T265 XCDMOT history

T265 XCD is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 29 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 14 Dec 2026 and it has passed 20 of 32 MOT tests, with 101,213 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 14 Dec 2026
Mileage
101,213 mi
At MOT on 18 Nov 2025
MOT tests
32
20 passed · 12 failed
Per year
3,130 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T265 XCD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
29 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
18 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T265 XCD was last recorded at 101,213 miles on 18 Nov 2025, 785 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Nov 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 27 Apr 2011: 62,698 miles, lower than 62,815 miles on 29 Apr 2010.

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
100,428 miles · 22 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
785 miles
Average per year
3,130 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 101,213 miles
  • 2024 – 100,428 miles
  • 2023 – 99,561 miles
  • 2022 – 97,424 miles
  • 2021 – 95,728 miles
  • 2020 – 95,261 miles
  • 2019 – 91,349 miles
  • 2018 – 87,599 miles
  • 2017 – 86,355 miles
  • 2016 – 85,407 miles
  • 2015 – 84,851 miles
  • 2014 – 78,719 miles
  • 2013 – 72,392 miles
  • 2012 – 65,730 miles
  • 2011 – 62,698 miles
  • 2010 – 62,815 miles
  • 2009 – 58,894 miles
  • 2008 – 52,540 miles
  • 2007 – 45,927 miles
  • 2006 – 39,967 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass101,213 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023

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.

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2007–2012

  • Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor3 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

32 tests since 25 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass101,213 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    101,213 miles
    Test number
    182682751754
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail101,211 miles (+783)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,211 miles
    Test number
    799630153076
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass100,428 miles (+867)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    100,428 miles
    Test number
    895479949567
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass99,561 miles (+2,137)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    99,561 miles
    Test number
    992612125865
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass97,424 miles (+6)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    97,424 miles
    Test number
    368541280227
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge excessively worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge excessively worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail97,418 miles (+1,690)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,418 miles
    Test number
    583142324260
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge excessively worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge excessively worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass95,728 miles (+467)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    95,728 miles
    Test number
    316557360149
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  8. Pass95,261 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    95,261 miles
    Test number
    112096977314
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  9. Fail95,261 miles (+3,912)1 dangerous4 major1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,261 miles
    Test number
    350217078427
    • DangerousFront Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass91,349 miles (+3,750)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    91,349 miles
    Test number
    919929845932
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged

  11. Pass87,599 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    87,599 miles
    Test number
    439802846057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail87,586 miles (+33)1 major2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,586 miles
    Test number
    203287139344
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  13. Fail87,553 miles (+1,198)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,553 miles
    Test number
    270451521254
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisorySlight exhaust leak

  14. Pass86,355 miles (+14)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2018
    Odometer
    86,355 miles
    Test number
    109095317469
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases section (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  15. Fail86,341 miles (+934)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,341 miles
    Test number
    786346086057
    • FailureNearside Rear Outer Tyre has ply or cords exposed sidewall (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases section (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  16. Pass85,407 miles (+20)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2017
    Odometer
    85,407 miles
    Test number
    440433504456
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases section (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre cuts to outer sidewall
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  17. Fail85,387 miles (+536)2 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,387 miles
    Test number
    128121989924
    • FailureNearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases section (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre cuts to outer sidewall
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  18. Fail84,851 miles2 repaired5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,851 miles
    Test number
    118432955165
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  19. Pass84,851 miles (+6,132)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2016
    Odometer
    84,851 miles
    Test number
    665742555126
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  20. Pass78,719 miles (+6,327)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2015
    Odometer
    78,719 miles
    Test number
    637742544125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass72,392 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2014
    Odometer
    72,392 miles
    Test number
    929549143174
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  22. Fail72,389 miles (+6,659)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,389 miles
    Test number
    458099643114
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre perished and cracked/worn on inner edge

  23. Pass65,730 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2013
    Odometer
    65,730 miles
    Test number
    119437432183
    • AdvisoryMacpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSlight movement top of steering column

  24. Fail65,730 miles (+3,032)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,730 miles
    Test number
    798426832182
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryMacpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSlight movement top of steering column

  25. Pass62,698 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    62,698 miles
    Test number
    719527111181
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth nearside and offside rear shock absorber bump-stops are deteriorated
    • NoteOffside front inner c.v gaiter is deteriorated
    • NoteSlight smear from the front wiper blades

  26. Fail62,698 miles (-117)1 repaired1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,698 miles
    Test number
    855687911190
    • Repaired at testOffside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth nearside and offside rear shock absorber bump-stops are deteriorated
    • NoteOffside front inner c.v gaiter is deteriorated
    • NoteSlight smear from the front wiper blades

  27. Pass62,815 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    62,815 miles
    Test number
    973849710174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail62,815 miles (+3,921)1 dangerous2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,815 miles
    Test number
    191817610129
    • DangerousOffside Rear Lower Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)
    • FailureCentre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  29. Pass58,894 miles (+6,354)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    58,894 miles
    Test number
    434457219191
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  30. Pass52,540 miles (+6,613)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    52,540 miles
    Test number
    550033918158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass45,927 miles (+5,960)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    45,927 miles
    Test number
    853037107114
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  32. Pass39,967 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    39,967 miles
    Test number
    864532926193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T265 XCD

Does T265 XCD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T265 XCD is valid until 14 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on T265 XCD?
The MOT on T265 XCD is valid until 14 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T265 XCD done?
T265 XCD was recorded at 101,213 miles at its MOT on 18 Nov 2025, an average of 3,130 miles a year.
Has T265 XCD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T265 XCD has failed 12 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on T265 XCD ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 27 Apr 2011. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T265 XCD find?
T265 XCD passed its latest MOT on 18 Nov 2025 with 3 advisories: nearside rear wheel bearing has slight play; offside rear wheel bearing has slight play; oil leak, but not excessive.

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