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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Diesel · 2001 · 1,896 cc

T321 UBSMOT history

T321 UBS is a blue diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 17 Mar 2001. Its MOT is valid until 10 Aug 2027 and it has passed 21 of 32 MOT tests, with 134,500 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 10 Aug 2027
Mileage
134,500 mi
At MOT on 14 Jul 2026
MOT tests
32
21 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,671 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T321 UBS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
17 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T321 UBS was last recorded at 134,500 miles on 14 Jul 2026, 12,167 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
122,333 miles · 15 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
12,167 miles
Average per year
4,671 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 134,500 miles
  • 2025 – 122,333 miles
  • 2024 – 113,471 miles
  • 2023 – 103,772 miles
  • 2022 – 103,506 miles
  • 2021 – 101,533 miles
  • 2020 – 100,891 miles
  • 2019 – 99,577 miles
  • 2018 – 99,089 miles
  • 2017 – 98,026 miles
  • 2016 – 94,319 miles
  • 2015 – 92,318 miles
  • 2014 – 90,899 miles
  • 2013 – 87,697 miles
  • 2012 – 83,130 miles
  • 2011 – 75,236 miles
  • 2010 – 67,593 miles
  • 2009 – 60,566 miles
  • 2008 – 52,365 miles
  • 2007 – 45,503 miles
  • 2006 – 39,526 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass134,500 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Inner Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryCorrosion under vehicle

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.

  • Engine cover fitted

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Direction indicator light intensity significantly reduced

    Major2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush

    Major2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

32 tests since 14 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass134,500 miles (+12,167)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    134,500 miles
    Test number
    559479897137
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion under vehicle

  2. Pass122,333 miles (+8,862)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    122,333 miles
    Test number
    637778708832
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s) offside and nearside
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule offside and nearside (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion under vehicle,osf shocker top play.

  3. Pass113,471 miles (+9,699)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    113,471 miles
    Test number
    770057508818
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  4. Pass103,772 miles (+6)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    103,772 miles
    Test number
    236553928430
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush split (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Fail103,766 miles (+21)1 dangerous6 major3 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,766 miles
    Test number
    132096358711
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake hose connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system Banjo leaking @ calliper (1.1.12 (c) (ii))
    • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device cannot be operated from the driver's seat (4.1.5 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorSub-frame corroded and seriously weakened Rear axle corroded and holed (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced (4.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective splitting (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective splitting (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases @ front box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake effort low on nearside
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 tyres cracking in treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Fail103,745 miles (+239)8 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,745 miles
    Test number
    416133204529
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened axle beam (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass103,506 miles (+1,973)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    103,506 miles
    Test number
    383690085369
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted front to rear

  8. Pass101,533 miles (+642)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    101,533 miles
    Test number
    738758067557
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass100,891 miles (+1,314)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    100,891 miles
    Test number
    937455768938
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted

  10. Pass99,577 miles (+488)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    99,577 miles
    Test number
    965252249640
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted

  11. Pass99,089 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    99,089 miles
    Test number
    998429216053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail99,088 miles (+1,062)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,088 miles
    Test number
    409915258038
    • FailureNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  13. Pass98,026 miles (+38)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    98,026 miles
    Test number
    404555620504
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  14. Fail97,988 miles (+3,669)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,988 miles
    Test number
    457185976165
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick brake pad (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  15. Pass94,319 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    94,319 miles
    Test number
    346008826070
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted nearside rear could not fully check adult seatbelt
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

  16. Fail94,317 miles (+1,999)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,317 miles
    Test number
    725965641335
    • FailureNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken top of coil spring (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted nearside rear could not fully check adult seatbelt
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

  17. Fail92,318 miles1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,318 miles
    Test number
    786259375033
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • NoteBoth front brake discs slightly worn and corroded
    • NoteBoth rear brake discs slightly worn and corroded

  18. Pass92,318 miles (+1,419)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    92,318 miles
    Test number
    936199975097
    • NoteBoth front brake discs slightly worn and corroded
    • NoteBoth rear brake discs slightly worn and corroded

  19. Pass90,899 miles (+3,202)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    90,899 miles
    Test number
    138782874437
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  20. Pass87,697 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    87,697 miles
    Test number
    808135163058
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  21. Fail87,697 miles (+4,567)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,697 miles
    Test number
    749554463032
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass83,130 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    83,130 miles
    Test number
    175287162076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail83,129 miles (+7,893)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,129 miles
    Test number
    166646762039
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  24. Pass75,236 miles (+13)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    75,236 miles
    Test number
    268570771094
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  25. Fail75,223 miles (+7,630)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,223 miles
    Test number
    765419161008
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  26. Pass67,593 miles (+7,027)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    67,593 miles
    Test number
    981351660005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass60,566 miles (+8,201)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    60,566 miles
    Test number
    522369169021
    • NoteSuspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

  28. Pass52,365 miles (+6,862)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    52,365 miles
    Test number
    124806668081
    • 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)
    • NoteSuspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

  29. Pass45,503 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    45,503 miles
    Test number
    753913577038
    • 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)

  30. Fail45,495 miles (+5,969)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,495 miles
    Test number
    752163577023
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)
    • 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)

  31. Pass39,526 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    39,526 miles
    Test number
    194703076489

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail39,526 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,526 miles
    Test number
    973863576006
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Questions about T321 UBS

Does T321 UBS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T321 UBS is valid until 10 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T321 UBS?
The MOT on T321 UBS is valid until 10 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T321 UBS done?
T321 UBS was recorded at 134,500 miles at its MOT on 14 Jul 2026, an average of 4,671 miles a year.
Has T321 UBS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T321 UBS has failed 11 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on T321 UBS 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 T321 UBS find?
T321 UBS passed its latest MOT on 14 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 8 advisories: nearside front inner steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; nearside front upper macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside rear brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported, and 6 more.

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