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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 2,000 cc

T290 HCWMOT history

T290 HCW is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 12 Aug 2027 and it has passed 22 of 32 MOT tests, with 196,148 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 12 Aug 2027
Mileage
196,148 mi
At MOT on 12 Aug 2026
MOT tests
32
22 passed · 10 failed
Per year
6,952 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T290 HCW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,000 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T290 HCW was last recorded at 196,148 miles on 12 Aug 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
196,146 miles · 11 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
6,952 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 196,148 miles
  • 2025 – 189,311 miles
  • 2024 – 183,614 miles
  • 2023 – 177,059 miles
  • 2022 – 170,630 miles
  • 2021 – 164,621 miles
  • 2020 – 158,378 miles
  • 2019 – 152,031 miles
  • 2018 – 144,986 miles
  • 2017 – 138,334 miles
  • 2016 – 130,862 miles
  • 2015 – 125,397 miles
  • 2014 – 121,345 miles
  • 2013 – 118,283 miles
  • 2012 – 111,685 miles
  • 2011 – 102,545 miles
  • 2010 – 93,817 miles
  • 2009 – 84,934 miles
  • 2008 – 75,328 miles
  • 2007 – 67,232 miles
  • 2006 – 59,048 miles
  • 2005 – 51,973 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass196,148 miles
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2021
  • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024

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 Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major3 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2026

  • Offside Front Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2026

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2025

Full MOT history

32 tests since 15 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass196,148 miles (+2)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    196,148 miles
    Test number
    402268739470
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail196,146 miles (+6,835)5 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    196,146 miles
    Test number
    525681006236
    • MajorExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass189,311 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    189,311 miles
    Test number
    800384241404
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust clamp corroded

  4. Fail189,311 miles (+5,697)2 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,311 miles
    Test number
    153474757812
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust clamp corroded

  5. Pass183,614 miles (+6,555)2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    183,614 miles
    Test number
    203679744574
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm rear bushes both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass177,059 miles1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    177,059 miles
    Test number
    274754942312
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both lower arm rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail177,059 miles (+6,429)6 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,059 miles
    Test number
    729769835703
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both lower arm rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass170,630 miles (+6,009)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    170,630 miles
    Test number
    158748066104
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre sidewall perished

  9. Pass164,621 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    164,621 miles
    Test number
    351072062017
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and worn on outer edges-not to cords at present (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn on outer edge/on 3mm tread depth

  10. Fail164,621 miles (+6,243)2 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,621 miles
    Test number
    720438900463
    • 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))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and worn on outer edges-not to cords at present (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn on outer edge/on 3mm tread depth

  11. Pass158,378 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    158,378 miles
    Test number
    681008337488
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Fail158,373 miles (+6,342)1 dangerous3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,373 miles
    Test number
    189726031995
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn inner edge-not to cords at present
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass152,031 miles (+7,045)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    152,031 miles
    Test number
    768554854707

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass144,986 miles (+94)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    144,986 miles
    Test number
    882685763719
    • AdvisoryFront brake hoses cracking
    • AdvisoryAux belt cracking

  15. Fail144,892 miles (+6,558)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,892 miles
    Test number
    909997474909
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorTrack rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront brake hoses cracking
    • AdvisoryAux belt cracking

  16. Pass138,334 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    138,334 miles
    Test number
    474109733787
    • AdvisoryN/s and o/s front brake hoses cracking
    • AdvisoryN/s and o/s front track rod ends covers cracking

  17. Fail138,334 miles (+7,472)1 dangerous4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,334 miles
    Test number
    606280231538
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm wire (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm wire (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryN/s and o/s front brake hoses cracking
    • AdvisoryN/s and o/s front track rod ends covers cracking

  18. Pass130,862 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    130,862 miles
    Test number
    456009932365
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre wearing on inside edge
    • AdvisoryN/s and o/s front top suspension bushs has play

  19. Fail130,862 miles (+5,465)7 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,862 miles
    Test number
    974330321107
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working high level (1.2.1b)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 0.61 (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre wearing on inside edge
    • AdvisoryN/s and o/s front top suspension bushs has play

  20. Pass125,397 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    125,397 miles
    Test number
    595265915238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail125,389 miles (+4,044)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,389 miles
    Test number
    938262515298
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  22. Pass121,345 miles (+3,062)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    121,345 miles
    Test number
    306595804499

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass118,283 miles (+6,598)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    118,283 miles
    Test number
    825938813355

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass111,685 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    111,685 miles
    Test number
    638647422310
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  25. Fail111,682 miles (+9,137)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,682 miles
    Test number
    637317422351
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  26. Pass102,545 miles (+8,728)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    102,545 miles
    Test number
    827913921312

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass93,817 miles (+8,883)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    93,817 miles
    Test number
    332571820357

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass84,934 miles (+9,606)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    84,934 miles
    Test number
    473723629421
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on inner edge

  29. Pass75,328 miles (+8,096)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    75,328 miles
    Test number
    652109828335

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass67,232 miles (+8,184)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    67,232 miles
    Test number
    424494527490
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteHeadlamp aims on lower limits
    • NoteSlight play in both front wheel bearings

  31. Pass59,048 miles (+7,075)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    59,048 miles
    Test number
    921198916376

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass51,973 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    51,973 miles
    Test number
    743059715377
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Questions about T290 HCW

Does T290 HCW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T290 HCW is valid until 12 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T290 HCW?
The MOT on T290 HCW is valid until 12 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T290 HCW done?
T290 HCW was recorded at 196,148 miles at its MOT on 12 Aug 2026, an average of 6,952 miles a year.
Has T290 HCW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T290 HCW has failed 10 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on T290 HCW 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 T290 HCW find?
T290 HCW passed its latest MOT on 12 Aug 2026 with 2 minor defects and 6 advisories: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; offside front suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; exhaust noisy, and 5 more.

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