Volkswagen logo

Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,600 cc

T274 LGWMOT history

T274 LGW is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 3 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 24 Nov 2023 and it has passed 13 of 24 MOT tests, with 101,455 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Nov 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 24 Nov 2023
Mileage
101,455 mi
At MOT on 25 Nov 2022
MOT tests
24
13 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,091 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for T274 LGW in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
T274 LGW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,600 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
3 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Nov 2023
Latest MOT test
25 Nov 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T274 LGW was last recorded at 101,455 miles on 25 Nov 2022, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Nov 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
101,451 miles · 16 Nov 2022
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
4,091 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 101,455 miles
  • 2020 – 101,337 miles
  • 2019 – 94,901 miles
  • 2018 – 89,032 miles
  • 2017 – 85,760 miles
  • 2016 – 82,381 miles
  • 2015 – 75,674 miles
  • 2014 – 69,921 miles
  • 2013 – 64,902 miles
  • 2011 – 58,645 miles
  • 2010 – 53,825 miles
  • 2009 – 50,402 miles
  • 2008 – 47,359 miles
  • 2006 – 35,512 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass101,455 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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 Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2020

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Nearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

24 tests since 12 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass101,455 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    101,455 miles
    Test number
    413735225077
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail101,451 miles (+114)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,451 miles
    Test number
    746204309067
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Fail101,337 miles (+6,436)5 major1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,337 miles
    Test number
    329990086330
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass94,901 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    94,901 miles
    Test number
    950119493452
    • AdvisoryAll 4 brake discs worn and pads 1/2 to 3/4 worn at time of test.
    • AdvisoryPlay/wear in rear axle rubber bushes not to x/s at time of test.
    • AdvisoryRear metal brake pipes slightly corroded not to x/s at time of test.
    • AdvisorySlight play/wear in n/s/f steering rack drumstick not to x/s at time of test.

  5. Fail94,900 miles (+5,868)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,900 miles
    Test number
    438097861477
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • AdvisoryAll 4 brake discs worn and pads 1/2 to 3/4 worn at time of test.
    • AdvisoryPlay/wear in rear axle rubber bushes not to x/s at time of test.
    • AdvisoryRear metal brake pipes slightly corroded not to x/s at time of test.
    • AdvisorySlight play/wear in n/s/f steering rack drumstick not to x/s at time of test.

  6. Pass89,032 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    89,032 miles
    Test number
    645345853047
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Fail89,032 miles (+3,272)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,032 miles
    Test number
    610318890729
    • MajorNearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass85,760 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    85,760 miles
    Test number
    855454359219
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  9. Fail85,760 miles (+3,379)1 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,760 miles
    Test number
    318181883836
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  10. Pass82,381 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    82,381 miles
    Test number
    136986757097
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  11. Fail82,381 miles (+6,707)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,381 miles
    Test number
    507963378631
    • FailureOffside Front Inner Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  12. Pass75,674 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    75,674 miles
    Test number
    755269495026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail75,674 miles (+5,753)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,674 miles
    Test number
    378497195098
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass69,921 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    69,921 miles
    Test number
    829718524048
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Fail69,921 miles (+5,019)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,921 miles
    Test number
    989508824005
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass64,902 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    64,902 miles
    Test number
    318675543071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail64,902 miles (+6,257)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,902 miles
    Test number
    688795343098
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

  18. Pass58,645 miles (+4,820)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    58,645 miles
    Test number
    178756741367
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged

  19. Pass53,825 miles (+3,423)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    53,825 miles
    Test number
    692977740391
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • NoteDeep cracking to offside rear tyre

  20. Pass50,402 miles4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    50,402 miles
    Test number
    320005819398
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteBattery insecure
    • NoteOffside rear tyre cracking
    • NoteOffside rear tyre wearing thin on inside edge
    • NoteRear registration plate fading

  21. Fail50,402 miles (+3,043)2 failures4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,402 miles
    Test number
    600605719356
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteBattery insecure
    • NoteOffside rear tyre cracking
    • NoteOffside rear tyre wearing thin on inside edge
    • NoteRear registration plate fading

  22. Pass47,359 miles (+11,847)2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    47,359 miles
    Test number
    841025198277
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteBattery insecure
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • NoteOffside rear tyre wearing thin on inside edge

  23. Fail35,512 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,512 miles
    Test number
    483135186210
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  24. Pass35,512 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    35,512 miles
    Test number
    913045386227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T274 LGW

Does T274 LGW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T274 LGW expired on 24 Nov 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T274 LGW?
The MOT on T274 LGW expired on 24 Nov 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T274 LGW done?
T274 LGW was recorded at 101,455 miles at its MOT on 25 Nov 2022, an average of 4,091 miles a year.
Has T274 LGW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T274 LGW has failed 11 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on T274 LGW 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 T274 LGW find?
T274 LGW passed its latest MOT on 25 Nov 2022 with 1 advisory: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

Related registrations

Browse all T274 registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.