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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,595 cc

T310 SMRMOT history

T310 SMR is a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 9 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 12 Oct 2027 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 68,295 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 12 Oct 2027
Mileage
68,295 mi
At MOT on 7 Oct 2026
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,608 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T310 SMR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
9 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T310 SMR was last recorded at 68,295 miles on 7 Oct 2026, 2,972 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
65,323 miles · 7 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
2,972 miles
Average per year
2,608 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 68,295 miles
  • 2025 – 65,323 miles
  • 2024 – 65,219 miles
  • 2023 – 59,499 miles
  • 2022 – 57,376 miles
  • 2021 – 53,466 miles
  • 2019 – 51,853 miles
  • 2017 – 46,601 miles
  • 2016 – 38,342 miles
  • 2015 – 36,027 miles
  • 2014 – 34,764 miles
  • 2013 – 33,186 miles
  • 2012 – 30,165 miles
  • 2011 – 27,836 miles
  • 2010 – 26,525 miles
  • 2009 – 24,480 miles
  • 2008 – 20,867 miles
  • 2007 – 16,944 miles
  • 2006 – 15,141 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass68,295 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced corrosion to outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced corrosion to outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipe showing signs of corrosion (1.1.11 (c))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside showing signs of corrosion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material showing signs of corrosion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

27 tests since 22 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass68,295 miles (+2,972)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    68,295 miles
    Test number
    940378523210
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced corrosion to outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced corrosion to outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipe showing signs of corrosion (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass65,323 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    65,323 miles
    Test number
    394882657248
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced corrosion to outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside showing signs of corrosion (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Fail65,323 miles (+104)2 dangerous4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,323 miles
    Test number
    778937571367
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 175 80 R 14 (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 175 80 R 14 (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn excessive wear in front mounting bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn excessive wear in front mounting bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords deep cut within the tread 175 80 R 14 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced corrosion to outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside showing signs of corrosion (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass65,219 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    65,219 miles
    Test number
    352656354490
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront bumper lower section damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn very close to limit 2 mm 175 80 R 14 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material showing signs of corrosion (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn very close to limit 2 mm 175 80 R 14 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material showing signs of corrosion (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing close to limit 175 80 R 14 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail65,219 miles (+5,720)2 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,219 miles
    Test number
    363985865450
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush excessive wear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush excessive wear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront bumper lower section damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn very close to limit 2 mm 175 80 R 14 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material showing signs of corrosion (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn very close to limit 2 mm 175 80 R 14 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material showing signs of corrosion (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing close to limit 175 80 R 14 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass59,499 miles (+2,123)1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    59,499 miles
    Test number
    486333109166
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated clip missing slightly insecure. (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases downpipe/manifold (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush showing signs of wear/movement. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking within tread area (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front corrosion to outer sill.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material showing signs of corrosion (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryDamage to lower edge of front bumper.

  7. Pass57,376 miles11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    57,376 miles
    Test number
    148572254222
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  8. Fail57,373 miles (+3,907)1 dangerous1 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,373 miles
    Test number
    307124138184
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  9. Pass53,466 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    53,466 miles
    Test number
    129995829170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail53,451 miles (+1,598)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,451 miles
    Test number
    599996591198
    • MajorWindscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

  11. Pass51,853 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    51,853 miles
    Test number
    311889393245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail51,853 miles (+5,252)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,853 miles
    Test number
    498756314571
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  13. Pass46,601 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    46,601 miles
    Test number
    830589261819
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront front bumper lower trim missing
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  14. Fail46,601 miles (+8,259)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,601 miles
    Test number
    362938400252
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 175/80/14/88h (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 175/80/14/88h (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront front bumper lower trim missing
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  15. Pass38,342 miles (+2,315)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    38,342 miles
    Test number
    864580676369
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  16. Pass36,027 miles (+1,263)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    36,027 miles
    Test number
    389763135199
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  17. Pass34,764 miles (+1,578)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    34,764 miles
    Test number
    887183554115
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass33,186 miles (+3,021)4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    33,186 miles
    Test number
    865353543147
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • NoteCentre exhaust bracket /mount insecure
    • NoteFront number plate has a stone chip

  19. Pass30,165 miles (+2,329)7 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    30,165 miles
    Test number
    257353862496
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteSpare tyre bald on inner edge

  20. Pass27,836 miles (+1,311)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    27,836 miles
    Test number
    438850641179
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • 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)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre is on 2/3 mm of tread

  21. Pass26,525 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    26,525 miles
    Test number
    204270060166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail26,525 miles (+2,045)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,525 miles
    Test number
    271729850108
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  23. Pass24,480 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2010
    Odometer
    24,480 miles
    Test number
    360918149179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail24,480 miles (+3,613)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,480 miles
    Test number
    252186249456
    • FailureNearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • 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 (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass20,867 miles (+3,923)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2009
    Odometer
    20,867 miles
    Test number
    753898748133
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass16,944 miles (+1,803)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2008
    Odometer
    16,944 miles
    Test number
    263911437145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass15,141 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2007
    Odometer
    15,141 miles
    Test number
    350152146131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T310 SMR

Does T310 SMR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T310 SMR is valid until 12 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on T310 SMR?
The MOT on T310 SMR is valid until 12 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T310 SMR done?
T310 SMR was recorded at 68,295 miles at its MOT on 7 Oct 2026, an average of 2,608 miles a year.
Has T310 SMR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T310 SMR has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on T310 SMR 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 T310 SMR find?
T310 SMR passed its latest MOT on 7 Oct 2026 with 5 advisories: front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; front oil leak, but not excessive; nearside front integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced corrosion to outer sill, and 2 more.

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