Volkswagen logo

Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,600 cc

T276 KLEMOT history

T276 KLE is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 7 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 16 Dec 2026 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 189,684 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 16 Dec 2026
Mileage
189,684 mi
At MOT on 10 Dec 2025
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,300 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for T276 KLE in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
T276 KLE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,600 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
7 May 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
10 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T276 KLE was last recorded at 189,684 miles on 10 Dec 2025, 941 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
188,743 miles · 9 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
941 miles
Average per year
4,300 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 189,684 miles
  • 2024 – 188,743 miles
  • 2023 – 187,984 miles
  • 2022 – 186,958 miles
  • 2021 – 185,710 miles
  • 2020 – 184,542 miles
  • 2019 – 183,142 miles
  • 2018 – 181,818 miles
  • 2017 – 180,110 miles
  • 2016 – 178,825 miles
  • 2015 – 177,596 miles
  • 2014 – 175,673 miles
  • 2013 – 171,655 miles
  • 2012 – 163,670 miles
  • 2011 – 152,467 miles
  • 2010 – 141,516 miles
  • 2009 – 129,490 miles
  • 2008 – 120,755 miles
  • 2007 – 112,544 miles
  • 2006 – 107,204 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass189,684 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Cracked (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • 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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory10 MOTs, 2009–2017

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Nearside Rear Suspension bump stop deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Under body and suspension components coated in wax oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

30 tests since 5 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass189,684 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    189,684 miles
    Test number
    645522859857
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Cracked (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail189,684 miles (+941)1 major2 repaired2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,684 miles
    Test number
    515905754647
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Cracked (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass188,743 miles (+759)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    188,743 miles
    Test number
    206722060452
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass187,984 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    187,984 miles
    Test number
    250862230811
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer sill end becoming corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension bump stop deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer sill end becoming corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder body and suspension components coated in wax oil

  5. Fail187,984 miles (+1,026)3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,984 miles
    Test number
    893938556035
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Smooth on inner edge , close to showing canvass (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer sill end becoming corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension bump stop deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Smooth on inner edge , close to showing canvass (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer sill end becoming corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder body and suspension components coated in wax oil

  6. Pass186,958 miles (+1,248)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    186,958 miles
    Test number
    492143509816
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension bump stop deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Flat spotting on inner tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryUnder body and suspension components coated in wax oil

  7. Pass185,710 miles (+1,168)1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    185,710 miles
    Test number
    935431338816
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre exhaust section (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass184,542 miles (+1,400)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    184,542 miles
    Test number
    258332085251
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass183,142 miles (+1,324)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    183,142 miles
    Test number
    552754912426
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass181,818 miles (+1,708)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    181,818 miles
    Test number
    165440614317
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Driveshaft gaiter deteriorated not allowing ingress of dirt.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Driveshaft gaiter deteriorated not allowing ingress of dirt.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension beam corroded.

  11. Pass180,110 miles (+1,285)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    180,110 miles
    Test number
    845279150854
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  12. Pass178,825 miles (+1,229)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    178,825 miles
    Test number
    191967673074
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen cracked n/s

  13. Pass177,596 miles (+1,923)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    177,596 miles
    Test number
    832237609413
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen is cracked n/s

  14. Pass175,673 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    175,673 miles
    Test number
    209653584284
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteN/s windscreen cracked but not affecting drivers view of road

  15. Fail175,673 miles (+4,018)4 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,673 miles
    Test number
    165473184243
    • FailureNearside Front Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteN/s windscreen cracked but not affecting drivers view of road

  16. Fail171,655 miles2 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,655 miles
    Test number
    646832883291
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteRear exhaust getting very corroded

  17. Pass171,655 miles (+7,985)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    171,655 miles
    Test number
    927402183259
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteRear exhaust getting very corroded

  18. Fail163,670 miles2 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,670 miles
    Test number
    567300452284
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteCrack in n/s of windscreen
    • NoteSlight distortion in n/s/r tyre tread

  19. Pass163,670 miles (+11,203)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    163,670 miles
    Test number
    917080652297
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteCrack in n/s of windscreen
    • NoteSlight distortion in n/s/r tyre tread

  20. Pass152,467 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    152,467 miles
    Test number
    996524161214
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront tyres wearing on inner edges
    • NoteSlight play in nearside and offside steering rack

  21. Fail152,467 miles (+10,951)2 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,467 miles
    Test number
    526564761251
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront tyres wearing on inner edges
    • NoteSlight play in nearside and offside steering rack

  22. Pass141,516 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    141,516 miles
    Test number
    940615580224
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteOil leak

  23. Fail141,516 miles (+12,026)3 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,516 miles
    Test number
    221285080215
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear discs pitted

  24. Pass129,490 miles (+1)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    129,490 miles
    Test number
    173098489243
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on inner edges
    • NoteParking brake efficiency low 16%

  25. Fail129,489 miles (+8,734)1 failure4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,489 miles
    Test number
    291837289221
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on inner edges

  26. Pass120,755 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    120,755 miles
    Test number
    461037418374

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail120,755 miles (+8,211)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,755 miles
    Test number
    582126518394
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  28. Pass112,544 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    112,544 miles
    Test number
    590935077230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail112,544 miles (+5,340)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,544 miles
    Test number
    463014677268
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake cable has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  30. Pass107,204 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    107,204 miles
    Test number
    463938176281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T276 KLE

Does T276 KLE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T276 KLE is valid until 16 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on T276 KLE?
The MOT on T276 KLE is valid until 16 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T276 KLE done?
T276 KLE was recorded at 189,684 miles at its MOT on 10 Dec 2025, an average of 4,300 miles a year.
Has T276 KLE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T276 KLE has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on T276 KLE 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 T276 KLE find?
T276 KLE passed its latest MOT on 10 Dec 2025 with 2 minor defects and 1 advisory: offside front headlamp lens slightly defective cracked; offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; oil leak, but not excessive.

Related registrations

Browse all T276 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.