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Volkswagen Golf

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,600 cc

T295 RBLMOT history

T295 RBL is a red petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 5 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 5 Sept 2026 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 75,326 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Aug 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 5 Sept 2026
Mileage
75,326 mi
At MOT on 27 Aug 2025
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,008 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T295 RBL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,600 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
5 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
27 Aug 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T295 RBL was last recorded at 75,326 miles on 27 Aug 2025, 657 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
74,669 miles · 3 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
657 miles
Average per year
2,008 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 75,326 miles
  • 2024 – 74,669 miles
  • 2023 – 74,029 miles
  • 2022 – 73,365 miles
  • 2021 – 72,701 miles
  • 2020 – 72,040 miles
  • 2019 – 71,482 miles
  • 2018 – 70,459 miles
  • 2017 – 69,199 miles
  • 2016 – 66,903 miles
  • 2015 – 64,835 miles
  • 2014 – 62,682 miles
  • 2013 – 60,477 miles
  • 2012 – 57,712 miles
  • 2011 – 55,016 miles
  • 2010 – 53,364 miles
  • 2009 – 50,274 miles
  • 2008 – 46,431 miles
  • 2007 – 42,739 miles
  • 2006 – 37,111 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass75,326 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH SIDES

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Engine idle speed erratic

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

26 tests since 17 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass75,326 miles (+657)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    75,326 miles
    Test number
    346262716801
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass74,669 miles (+640)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    74,669 miles
    Test number
    751607750798
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides deteriorating (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper top mount slight play

  3. Pass74,029 miles (+664)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    74,029 miles
    Test number
    240797699603
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  4. Pass73,365 miles (+664)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    73,365 miles
    Test number
    650955647694
    • 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))

  5. Pass72,701 miles (+12)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    72,701 miles
    Test number
    629981064234
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin BOTH SIDES (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH SIDES (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail72,689 miles (+649)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,689 miles
    Test number
    716800377557
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin BOTH SIDES (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH SIDES (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass72,040 miles (+558)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    72,040 miles
    Test number
    235506602117
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass71,482 miles (+1,023)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    71,482 miles
    Test number
    627296390075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass70,459 miles (+1,260)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    70,459 miles
    Test number
    720080422287
    • AdvisoryEngine idle erratic

  10. Pass69,199 miles (+21)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    69,199 miles
    Test number
    225671964480
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryEngine idle speed erratic

  11. Fail69,178 miles (+2,275)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,178 miles
    Test number
    325844744375
    • FailureNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryEngine idle speed erratic

  12. Pass66,903 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    66,903 miles
    Test number
    525968462984
    • AdvisoryENGINE IDLE HUNTING

  13. Fail66,903 miles (+2,068)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,903 miles
    Test number
    577727804630
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryENGINE IDLE HUNTING

  14. Pass64,835 miles (+2,153)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    64,835 miles
    Test number
    236057476356
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement back bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement back bush (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass62,682 miles (+2,205)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    62,682 miles
    Test number
    379125224252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass60,477 miles (+2,765)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    60,477 miles
    Test number
    885647723253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail57,712 miles3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,712 miles
    Test number
    447457832279
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass57,712 miles (+2,696)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    57,712 miles
    Test number
    925277332273
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass55,016 miles (+1,652)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    55,016 miles
    Test number
    766107721265
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass53,364 miles (+3,090)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    53,364 miles
    Test number
    944545530212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass50,274 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    50,274 miles
    Test number
    973484249299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail50,274 miles (+3,843)1 dangerous2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,274 miles
    Test number
    884404749226
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  23. Pass46,431 miles (+54)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    46,431 miles
    Test number
    792371138283
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on inner edges

  24. Fail46,377 miles (+3,638)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,377 miles
    Test number
    494796228216
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureRear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on inner edges

  25. Pass42,739 miles (+5,628)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    42,739 miles
    Test number
    554014137295
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  26. Pass37,111 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    37,111 miles
    Test number
    592389826268
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Questions about T295 RBL

Does T295 RBL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T295 RBL expired on 5 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T295 RBL?
The MOT on T295 RBL expired on 5 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T295 RBL done?
T295 RBL was recorded at 75,326 miles at its MOT on 27 Aug 2025, an average of 2,008 miles a year.
Has T295 RBL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T295 RBL has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Aug 2021.
Has the mileage on T295 RBL 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 T295 RBL find?
T295 RBL passed its latest MOT on 27 Aug 2025 with 3 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement.

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