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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2002 · 1,896 cc

T26 VWGMOT history

T26 VWG is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 2 Sept 2002. Its MOT is valid until 23 Jul 2027 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 153,279 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 23 Jul 2027
Mileage
153,279 mi
At MOT on 20 Jul 2026
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,595 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T26 VWG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
2 Sept 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T26 VWG was last recorded at 153,279 miles on 20 Jul 2026, 4,226 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
149,053 miles · 24 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
4,226 miles
Average per year
5,595 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 153,279 miles
  • 2025 – 149,053 miles
  • 2024 – 148,782 miles
  • 2018 – 148,021 miles
  • 2016 – 139,760 miles
  • 2015 – 132,848 miles
  • 2014 – 130,815 miles
  • 2013 – 124,975 miles
  • 2012 – 117,847 miles
  • 2011 – 99,997 miles
  • 2010 – 80,766 miles
  • 2009 – 72,320 miles
  • 2008 – 61,578 miles
  • 2007 – 50,961 miles
  • 2006 – 40,515 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass153,279 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2015

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 225/45/18 (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 225/45/18 (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Both rear tyres slightly low on tread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass153,279 miles (+4,226)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    153,279 miles
    Test number
    309160076941

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass149,053 miles (+271)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    149,053 miles
    Test number
    560308169220
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass148,782 miles (+761)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2025
    Odometer
    148,782 miles
    Test number
    501842070849

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass148,021 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    148,021 miles
    Test number
    612791371768
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 225/45/18 (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 225/45/18 (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  5. Fail148,021 miles (+8,261)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,021 miles
    Test number
    320283340665
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) missing (1.1.A.3a)
    • FailureOffside Front Driver's door hinge deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed DOOR NOT OPEN FROM OUTSIDE (6.2.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) missing (1.1.A.3a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 225/40/18 (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 225/45/18 (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 225/45/18 (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  6. Pass139,760 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    139,760 miles
    Test number
    911677912009
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres slightly low on tread
    • AdvisoryBoth side rear brake pads low

  7. Fail139,760 miles (+6,912)3 failures1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,760 miles
    Test number
    107957717947
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres slightly low on tread
    • AdvisoryBoth side rear brake pads low

  8. Pass132,848 miles (+47)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    132,848 miles
    Test number
    448906615201
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront wishbone Rear bushes worn
    • NoteFront brake discs inner faces corroded

  9. Fail132,801 miles (+1,986)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,801 miles
    Test number
    357135715412
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront wishbone Rear bushes worn
    • NoteFront brake discs inner faces corroded

  10. Pass130,815 miles (+5,840)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    130,815 miles
    Test number
    196206314244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass124,975 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    124,975 miles
    Test number
    117665513207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail124,975 miles (+7,128)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,975 miles
    Test number
    256925513220
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  13. Pass117,847 miles (+17,850)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    117,847 miles
    Test number
    469979702290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass99,997 miles (+19,231)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    99,997 miles
    Test number
    599227711292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass80,766 miles (+8,446)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    80,766 miles
    Test number
    184907410297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass72,320 miles (+10,742)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    72,320 miles
    Test number
    194528589144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass61,578 miles (+10,617)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    61,578 miles
    Test number
    240550898117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass50,961 miles (+10,446)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    50,961 miles
    Test number
    123871797159
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

  19. Pass40,515 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    40,515 miles
    Test number
    391695246131
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T26 VWG

Does T26 VWG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T26 VWG is valid until 23 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T26 VWG?
The MOT on T26 VWG is valid until 23 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T26 VWG done?
T26 VWG was recorded at 153,279 miles at its MOT on 20 Jul 2026, an average of 5,595 miles a year.
Has T26 VWG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T26 VWG has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Mar 2018.
Has the mileage on T26 VWG 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 T26 VWG find?
T26 VWG passed its latest MOT on 20 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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