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Volkswagen Golf

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,781 cc

T343 RHCMOT history

T343 RHC is a green petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 11 Oct 2027 and it has passed 21 of 34 MOT tests, with 149,223 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 11 Oct 2027
Mileage
149,223 mi
At MOT on 9 Oct 2026
MOT tests
34
21 passed · 13 failed
Per year
4,443 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T343 RHC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T343 RHC was last recorded at 149,223 miles on 9 Oct 2026, 1,661 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
147,562 miles · 6 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
1,661 miles
Average per year
4,443 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 149,223 miles
  • 2025 – 147,562 miles
  • 2024 – 146,028 miles
  • 2023 – 145,110 miles
  • 2022 – 144,009 miles
  • 2021 – 142,497 miles
  • 2020 – 141,061 miles
  • 2019 – 136,957 miles
  • 2018 – 132,032 miles
  • 2017 – 127,214 miles
  • 2016 – 124,910 miles
  • 2014 – 120,835 miles
  • 2013 – 114,001 miles
  • 2012 – 106,042 miles
  • 2011 – 96,719 miles
  • 2010 – 91,349 miles
  • 2009 – 83,281 miles
  • 2008 – 77,446 miles
  • 2007 – 70,331 miles
  • 2006 – 63,433 miles
  • 2005 – 55,872 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass149,223 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear exhaust clamp loose

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 Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2018

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

34 tests since 4 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass149,223 miles (+1,661)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    149,223 miles
    Test number
    897607067147
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust clamp loose

  2. Pass147,562 miles (+1,534)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    147,562 miles
    Test number
    501809709993

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass146,028 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    146,028 miles
    Test number
    266812323977

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail146,028 miles (+918)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,028 miles
    Test number
    587243586761
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing loose (5.2.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass145,110 miles (+1)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    145,110 miles
    Test number
    119109123953
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail145,109 miles (+1,100)2 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,109 miles
    Test number
    912199770241
    • MajorOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot missing (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass144,009 miles (+2)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    144,009 miles
    Test number
    720800614583
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  8. Fail144,007 miles (+1,510)3 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,007 miles
    Test number
    130287093759
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass142,497 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    142,497 miles
    Test number
    182270362090
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  10. Fail142,495 miles (+1,434)3 dangerous8 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,495 miles
    Test number
    692937459213
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorCentral Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  11. Pass141,061 miles (+4,104)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    141,061 miles
    Test number
    284558301954
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated REPLACE SOON (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass136,957 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    136,957 miles
    Test number
    875083862083
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Fail136,956 miles (+4,924)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,956 miles
    Test number
    860340024098
    • MajorNearside 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))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass132,032 miles (+30)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    132,032 miles
    Test number
    473395560510
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  15. Fail132,002 miles (+4,788)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,002 miles
    Test number
    555542202295
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  16. Pass127,214 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    127,214 miles
    Test number
    307957671014
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  17. Fail127,214 miles (+2,304)6 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,214 miles
    Test number
    154400700942
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  18. Pass124,910 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    124,910 miles
    Test number
    482282213833
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit REPLACE NOW (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit REPLACE NOW (4.1.E.1)

  19. Fail124,910 miles (+4,075)2 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,910 miles
    Test number
    620125193450
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit REPLACE NOW (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit REPLACE NOW (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass120,835 miles (+6,834)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    120,835 miles
    Test number
    387594004387
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  21. Pass114,001 miles (+7,959)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    114,001 miles
    Test number
    838409203353
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  22. Pass106,042 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    106,042 miles
    Test number
    606656502367

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail106,042 miles (+9,323)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,042 miles
    Test number
    404654712573
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

  24. Pass96,719 miles (+5,370)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    96,719 miles
    Test number
    497964701308

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass91,349 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    91,349 miles
    Test number
    624231400392

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail91,349 miles (+8,068)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,349 miles
    Test number
    973491300363
    • FailureFront Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  27. Pass83,281 miles (+5,835)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    83,281 miles
    Test number
    451387709460
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

  28. Pass77,446 miles (+7,115)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    77,446 miles
    Test number
    462511618411

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass70,331 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    70,331 miles
    Test number
    352261587285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail70,331 miles (+6,898)1 dangerous1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,331 miles
    Test number
    882051087232
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  31. Pass63,433 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    63,433 miles
    Test number
    330560376441
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres starting to "block" on inner edges. †gear box oil leak. †engine under tray missing. †both inner cv boots leaking.

  32. Fail63,433 miles (+7,561)1 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,433 miles
    Test number
    463610976211
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres starting to "block" on inner edges. †gear box oil leak. †engine under tray missing. †both inner cv boots leaking.

  33. Pass55,872 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    55,872 miles
    Test number
    510887375251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Fail55,872 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,872 miles
    Test number
    771977275206
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Questions about T343 RHC

Does T343 RHC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T343 RHC is valid until 11 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on T343 RHC?
The MOT on T343 RHC is valid until 11 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T343 RHC done?
T343 RHC was recorded at 149,223 miles at its MOT on 9 Oct 2026, an average of 4,443 miles a year.
Has T343 RHC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T343 RHC has failed 13 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on T343 RHC 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 T343 RHC find?
T343 RHC passed its latest MOT on 9 Oct 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside rear coil spring corroded; offside rear coil spring corroded; offside rear nail in tyre, and 2 more.

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