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Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,800 cc

T356 UAPMOT history

T356 UAP is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 13 Apr 2026 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 142,679 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Apr 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 13 Apr 2026
Mileage
142,679 mi
At MOT on 14 Apr 2025
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,163 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T356 UAP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,800 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
14 Apr 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T356 UAP was last recorded at 142,679 miles on 14 Apr 2025, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
142,676 miles · 26 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
5,163 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 142,679 miles
  • 2024 – 138,834 miles
  • 2022 – 137,572 miles
  • 2021 – 133,235 miles
  • 2020 – 129,404 miles
  • 2019 – 126,959 miles
  • 2018 – 121,757 miles
  • 2017 – 117,677 miles
  • 2016 – 114,260 miles
  • 2015 – 109,985 miles
  • 2014 – 103,561 miles
  • 2013 – 99,395 miles
  • 2012 – 93,603 miles
  • 2011 – 84,562 miles
  • 2009 – 75,927 miles
  • 2008 – 66,022 miles
  • 2007 – 55,959 miles
  • 2006 – 46,967 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass142,679 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Axle rustyRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major3 MOTs, 2022–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view front o/s windscreen showing signs of wear [small chips ] at time of testing

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rear both n/s o/s brake disc worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing rear both n/s o/s outer shock-absorber casing loose

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

27 tests since 30 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass142,679 miles (+3)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    142,679 miles
    Test number
    241819921533
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle rusty
  2. Fail142,676 miles (+3,842)1 dangerous8 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,676 miles
    Test number
    200626577937
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective Clamp (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle rusty
  3. Pass138,834 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    138,834 miles
    Test number
    625493085392
    • 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))
  4. Fail138,834 miles (+1,262)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,834 miles
    Test number
    370480780933
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • 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. Pass137,572 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    137,572 miles
    Test number
    711701089864
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view front o/s windscreen showing signs of wear [small chips ] at time of testing (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rear both n/s o/s brake disc worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing rear both n/s o/s outer shock-absorber casing loose (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryLittle reserve travel in handbrake
  6. Fail137,572 miles (+4,337)4 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,572 miles
    Test number
    471995317893
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper not working front n/s wiper blade worn (3.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively chafed front o/s flex showing signs of cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding rear o/s brake binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view front o/s windscreen showing signs of wear [small chips ] at time of testing (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rear both n/s o/s brake disc worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing rear both n/s o/s outer shock-absorber casing loose (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryLittle reserve travel in handbrake
  7. Pass133,235 miles (+3,831)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    133,235 miles
    Test number
    645339718044
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
  8. Pass129,404 miles (+2,445)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    129,404 miles
    Test number
    326100935881

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass126,959 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    126,959 miles
    Test number
    228024199005
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres perishing
  10. Fail126,954 miles (+5,197)1 major2 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,954 miles
    Test number
    111457899874
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre(s) with different structures are fitted across the same axle (5.2.3 (c))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres perishing
  11. Pass121,757 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    121,757 miles
    Test number
    836881506984

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail121,757 miles (+4,080)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,757 miles
    Test number
    824147998237
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 225/45x17 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
  13. Pass117,677 miles (+3,417)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    117,677 miles
    Test number
    623696043898
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Inner edge. (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush. (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim Inner rim. (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  14. Pass114,260 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    114,260 miles
    Test number
    332985324287
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear light unit full of water
    • AdvisoryNearside Stop lamp has a product on the light source but not adversely affecting light output (1.2.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) has a product on the light source but not adversely affecting light output (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre wearing uneven & perished
  15. Fail114,260 miles (+4,275)7 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,260 miles
    Test number
    594956963231
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear light unit full of water
    • AdvisoryNearside Stop lamp has a product on the light source but not adversely affecting light output (1.2.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) has a product on the light source but not adversely affecting light output (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre wearing uneven & perished
  16. Pass109,985 miles (+6,424)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2016
    Odometer
    109,985 miles
    Test number
    368076745110
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  17. Pass103,561 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    103,561 miles
    Test number
    999734764002
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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)
  18. Fail103,561 miles (+4,166)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,561 miles
    Test number
    335064064067
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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)
  19. Pass99,395 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    99,395 miles
    Test number
    439873963071
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  20. Fail99,395 miles (+5,792)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,395 miles
    Test number
    125763363039
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  21. Pass93,603 miles (+9,041)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    93,603 miles
    Test number
    757131562090
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
  22. Pass84,562 miles (+8,635)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    84,562 miles
    Test number
    535437641053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass75,927 miles (+9,905)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    75,927 miles
    Test number
    403394619463
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
  24. Pass66,022 miles (+10,063)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    66,022 miles
    Test number
    773884628333
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
  25. Pass55,959 miles6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    55,959 miles
    Test number
    272123727322
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteLong travel on parking brake lever
  26. Fail55,959 miles (+8,992)3 repaired6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,959 miles
    Test number
    833043727393
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteLong travel on parking brake lever
  27. Pass46,967 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    46,967 miles
    Test number
    352343176273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T356 UAP

Does T356 UAP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T356 UAP expired on 13 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T356 UAP?
The MOT on T356 UAP expired on 13 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T356 UAP done?
T356 UAP was recorded at 142,679 miles at its MOT on 14 Apr 2025, an average of 5,163 miles a year.
Has T356 UAP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T356 UAP has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on T356 UAP 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 T356 UAP find?
T356 UAP passed its latest MOT on 14 Apr 2025 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front service brake fluctuating, but not excessively; nearside front lower suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened, and 4 more.

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