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Gold and Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,984 cc

T288 CGXMOT history

T288 CGX is a gold and black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 15 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 10 Mar 2027 and it has passed 15 of 18 MOT tests, with 115,167 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 10 Mar 2027
Mileage
115,167 mi
At MOT on 27 Feb 2026
MOT tests
18
15 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,126 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T288 CGX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Gold and Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
15 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T288 CGX was last recorded at 115,167 miles on 27 Feb 2026, 330 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
114,837 miles · 11 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
330 miles
Average per year
3,126 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 115,167 miles
  • 2025 – 114,837 miles
  • 2019 – 108,069 miles
  • 2017 – 107,064 miles
  • 2016 – 105,766 miles
  • 2015 – 103,789 miles
  • 2014 – 101,978 miles
  • 2013 – 99,665 miles
  • 2012 – 98,105 miles
  • 2011 – 89,476 miles
  • 2010 – 79,699 miles
  • 2009 – 68,175 miles
  • 2008 – 62,938 miles
  • 2007 – 58,085 miles
  • 2005 – 52,056 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass115,167 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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.

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2015

Full MOT history

18 tests since 20 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass115,167 miles (+330)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    115,167 miles
    Test number
    405734420854
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass114,837 miles (+6,768)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    114,837 miles
    Test number
    423277666627

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass108,069 miles (+1,005)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    108,069 miles
    Test number
    567680937944
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Pass107,064 miles (+1,298)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    107,064 miles
    Test number
    894643702384
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  5. Pass105,766 miles (+1,977)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    105,766 miles
    Test number
    549738386515
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  6. Pass103,789 miles (+1,811)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2016
    Odometer
    103,789 miles
    Test number
    325536625199
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  7. Pass101,978 miles (+2,313)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2015
    Odometer
    101,978 miles
    Test number
    837828024138
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  8. Fail99,665 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,665 miles
    Test number
    498001203195
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  9. Pass99,665 miles (+1,560)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2014
    Odometer
    99,665 miles
    Test number
    895791903179
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  10. Pass98,105 miles (+8,629)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2013
    Odometer
    98,105 miles
    Test number
    445157012164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass89,476 miles (+9,777)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2012
    Odometer
    89,476 miles
    Test number
    956824921107
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  12. Pass79,699 miles (+11,524)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    79,699 miles
    Test number
    352716510127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass68,175 miles (+5,237)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    68,175 miles
    Test number
    123390719102
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  14. Pass62,938 miles (+4,853)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    62,938 miles
    Test number
    924535108175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass58,085 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    58,085 miles
    Test number
    274288477043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail58,085 miles (+6,029)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,085 miles
    Test number
    193698077497
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  17. Pass52,056 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    52,056 miles
    Test number
    904914655371

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail52,056 miles2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,056 miles
    Test number
    133024055384
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T288 CGX

Does T288 CGX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T288 CGX is valid until 10 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T288 CGX?
The MOT on T288 CGX is valid until 10 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T288 CGX done?
T288 CGX was recorded at 115,167 miles at its MOT on 27 Feb 2026, an average of 3,126 miles a year.
Has T288 CGX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T288 CGX has failed 3 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Apr 2013.
Has the mileage on T288 CGX 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 T288 CGX find?
T288 CGX passed its latest MOT on 27 Feb 2026 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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