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Volkswagen Golf

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,400 cc

T275 RHCMOT history

T275 RHC is a green petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 26 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 21 Jun 2026 and it has passed 20 of 32 MOT tests, with 176,921 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jul 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 21 Jun 2026
Mileage
176,921 mi
At MOT on 16 Jul 2026
MOT tests
32
20 passed · 12 failed
Per year
5,514 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T275 RHC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,400 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
26 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Jun 2026
Latest MOT test
16 Jul 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

T275 RHC was last recorded at 176,921 miles on 16 Jul 2026, 3,441 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
173,480 miles · 10 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
3,441 miles
Average per year
5,514 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 176,921 miles
  • 2025 – 173,480 miles
  • 2024 – 171,772 miles
  • 2023 – 167,807 miles
  • 2022 – 162,172 miles
  • 2021 – 157,664 miles
  • 2020 – 153,846 miles
  • 2019 – 149,924 miles
  • 2018 – 144,954 miles
  • 2017 – 140,241 miles
  • 2016 – 133,371 miles
  • 2015 – 127,132 miles
  • 2014 – 122,767 miles
  • 2013 – 116,977 miles
  • 2012 – 111,495 miles
  • 2011 – 105,277 miles
  • 2010 – 96,630 miles
  • 2009 – 89,067 miles
  • 2008 – 83,428 miles
  • 2007 – 76,119 miles
  • 2006 – 65,753 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail176,921 miles
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

What MOT failures 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 Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2009

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

32 tests since 18 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail176,921 miles (+3,441)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,921 miles
    Test number
    934403271913
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

  2. Pass173,480 miles (+1,708)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    173,480 miles
    Test number
    810832004033
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Very close to limit (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass171,772 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    171,772 miles
    Test number
    717330914197
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust rattling
    • AdvisoryVarious corrosion to underside of vehicle

  4. Fail171,772 miles (+3,965)6 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,772 miles
    Test number
    329593589948
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust rattling
    • AdvisoryVarious corrosion to underside of vehicle

  5. Pass167,807 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    167,807 miles
    Test number
    934245692918
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  6. Fail167,807 miles (+5,635)1 dangerous3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,807 miles
    Test number
    422622750923
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  7. Pass162,172 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    162,172 miles
    Test number
    591397099671
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Fail162,172 miles (+4,508)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,172 miles
    Test number
    713434106922
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass157,664 miles (+3,818)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    157,664 miles
    Test number
    492595636759
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  10. Pass153,846 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    153,846 miles
    Test number
    790543270241
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Fail153,846 miles (+3,922)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,846 miles
    Test number
    420291369422
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  12. Pass149,924 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    149,924 miles
    Test number
    608624348353
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) Both sides

  13. Fail149,924 miles (+149)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,924 miles
    Test number
    689594655531
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering rack gaiter insecure
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering rack gaiter insecure
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) Both sides

  14. Fail149,775 miles (+4,821)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,775 miles
    Test number
    239360200148
    • MajorNearside Front Power steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Power steering ram leaking rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorSteering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.3 (a) (i))

  15. Pass144,954 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2019
    Odometer
    144,954 miles
    Test number
    750832477645
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  16. Fail144,954 miles (+4,713)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,954 miles
    Test number
    929854401624
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  17. Pass140,241 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2018
    Odometer
    140,241 miles
    Test number
    405707986912

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail140,241 miles (+6,870)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,241 miles
    Test number
    163535876596
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass133,371 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2017
    Odometer
    133,371 miles
    Test number
    276314988833
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  20. Fail133,371 miles (+6,239)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,371 miles
    Test number
    627834458957
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  21. Pass127,132 miles (+4,365)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2016
    Odometer
    127,132 miles
    Test number
    287619435137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass122,767 miles (+5,790)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2015
    Odometer
    122,767 miles
    Test number
    736448214126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail116,977 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,977 miles
    Test number
    515119523190
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  24. Pass116,977 miles (+5,482)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2014
    Odometer
    116,977 miles
    Test number
    919059623181
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  25. Pass111,495 miles (+6,218)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2013
    Odometer
    111,495 miles
    Test number
    127223222157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass105,277 miles (+8,647)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2012
    Odometer
    105,277 miles
    Test number
    439057231125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass96,630 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2011
    Odometer
    96,630 miles
    Test number
    261871230101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail96,630 miles (+7,563)4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,630 miles
    Test number
    281801330190
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  29. Pass89,067 miles (+5,639)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2010
    Odometer
    89,067 miles
    Test number
    490010049106
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteOff side rear tyre has slight age related cracks

  30. Pass83,428 miles (+7,309)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2009
    Odometer
    83,428 miles
    Test number
    391003248161
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  31. Pass76,119 miles (+10,366)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2008
    Odometer
    76,119 miles
    Test number
    872008437140
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  32. Pass65,753 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2007
    Odometer
    65,753 miles
    Test number
    433038236145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T275 RHC

Does T275 RHC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T275 RHC expired on 21 Jun 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T275 RHC?
The MOT on T275 RHC expired on 21 Jun 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T275 RHC done?
T275 RHC was recorded at 176,921 miles at its MOT on 16 Jul 2026, an average of 5,514 miles a year.
Has T275 RHC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T275 RHC has failed 12 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on T275 RHC 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 T275 RHC find?
T275 RHC failed its latest MOT on 16 Jul 2026 with 1 major defect: exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits.

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