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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 2002 · 1,781 cc

T29 TKRMOT history

T29 TKR is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 23 Oct 2002. Its MOT is valid until 23 Dec 2026 and it has passed 16 of 27 MOT tests, with 119,743 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 23 Dec 2026
Mileage
119,743 mi
At MOT on 11 Dec 2025
MOT tests
27
16 passed · 11 failed
Per year
3,585 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T29 TKR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
23 Oct 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
11 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T29 TKR was last recorded at 119,743 miles on 11 Dec 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
119,743 miles · 10 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,585 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 119,743 miles
  • 2024 – 118,504 miles
  • 2023 – 113,626 miles
  • 2022 – 112,673 miles
  • 2021 – 106,220 miles
  • 2020 – 96,868 miles
  • 2018 – 91,129 miles
  • 2016 – 88,852 miles
  • 2014 – 88,270 miles
  • 2013 – 85,726 miles
  • 2012 – 80,600 miles
  • 2011 – 76,133 miles
  • 2009 – 71,666 miles
  • 2008 – 68,911 miles
  • 2007 – 57,397 miles
  • 2006 – 49,110 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass119,743 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryAxle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn bushes have slight freeplay (5.1.2 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rearmost bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on axle (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear at axle ferrule (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on axle (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyreRecorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))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 Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn axle pivot bush

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn axle pivot bush

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major4 MOTs, 2018–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

27 tests since 29 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass119,743 miles2 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    119,743 miles
    Test number
    717389834352
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAxle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn bushes have slight freeplay (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rearmost bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear at axle ferrule (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  2. Fail119,743 miles (+1,239)2 dangerous1 major2 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,743 miles
    Test number
    686641817188
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAxle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn bushes have slight freeplay (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rearmost bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear at axle ferrule (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  3. Pass118,504 miles1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    118,504 miles
    Test number
    176030563728
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn axle pivot bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn axle pivot bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  4. Fail118,504 miles (+4,878)1 dangerous1 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,504 miles
    Test number
    699331043118
    • DangerousNearside Front Undertray likely to become detached arch trim/undertray (6.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn axle pivot bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn axle pivot bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  5. Pass113,626 miles (+4)2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    113,626 miles
    Test number
    901120192201
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn axle pivot bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn axle pivot bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail113,622 miles (+949)1 major2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,622 miles
    Test number
    727160627640
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn axle pivot bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn axle pivot bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass112,673 miles (+3)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    112,673 miles
    Test number
    938845080386
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rearmost wishbone bushes weak (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Fail112,670 miles (+6,450)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,670 miles
    Test number
    393553141574
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rearmost wishbone bushes weak (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass106,220 miles (+93)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    106,220 miles
    Test number
    576013312202
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  10. Fail106,127 miles (+9,259)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,127 miles
    Test number
    554961889287
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak from ns diff. seal area

  11. Pass96,868 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    96,868 miles
    Test number
    778941369763
    • AdvisorySlight leak off side cv gator
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak

  12. Fail96,867 miles (+5,738)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,867 miles
    Test number
    822342296369
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRoad wheel fixing missing missing wheel bolts (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight leak off side cv gator
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak

  13. Pass91,129 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2019
    Odometer
    91,129 miles
    Test number
    606264927732

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail91,112 miles (+2,260)7 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,112 miles
    Test number
    659266378477
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  15. Pass88,852 miles (+582)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    88,852 miles
    Test number
    190362490402
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Fail88,270 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,270 miles
    Test number
    237856884179
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • NoteOffside front tyre has cuts on outter edges

  17. Pass88,270 miles (+2,544)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    88,270 miles
    Test number
    878966184133
    • NoteOffside front tyre has cuts on outter edges

  18. Pass85,726 miles (+5,126)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    85,726 miles
    Test number
    975781503108
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  19. Pass80,600 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    80,600 miles
    Test number
    699597042001
    • NoteNearside rear tyre has cracks on inside sidewall

  20. Fail80,600 miles (+37)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,600 miles
    Test number
    727317242027
    • FailureFront Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureRear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre has cracks on inside sidewall

  21. Fail80,563 miles (+4,430)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,563 miles
    Test number
    509585242080
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  22. Pass76,133 miles (+4,467)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    76,133 miles
    Test number
    785317721018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail71,666 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,666 miles
    Test number
    332194759485
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  24. Pass71,666 miles (+2,755)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    71,666 miles
    Test number
    351184759445

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass68,911 miles (+11,514)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    68,911 miles
    Test number
    453352788270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass57,397 miles (+8,287)2 advisories8 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    57,397 miles
    Test number
    593686487035
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteCenter exhaust mount condition
    • NoteFront brake pads slightly worn
    • NoteN/s/r tyre deteriorated & worn
    • NoteO/s mirror glass cracked & backing insecure
    • NoteO/s/f tyre slightly worn
    • NoteO/s/r tyre deteriorated & slightly worn
    • NoteParking brake lever comes up high & has side play
    • NoteService light on

  27. Pass49,110 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    49,110 miles
    Test number
    411118786083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T29 TKR

Does T29 TKR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T29 TKR is valid until 23 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on T29 TKR?
The MOT on T29 TKR is valid until 23 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T29 TKR done?
T29 TKR was recorded at 119,743 miles at its MOT on 11 Dec 2025, an average of 3,585 miles a year.
Has T29 TKR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T29 TKR has failed 11 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on T29 TKR 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 T29 TKR find?
T29 TKR passed its latest MOT on 11 Dec 2025 with 2 minor defects and 11 advisories: offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn bushes have slight freeplay, and 10 more.

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