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Volkswagen Golf

Orange · Petrol · 1999 · 1,800 cc

T381 ERAMOT history

T381 ERA is an orange petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 30 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 5 Jun 2027 and it has passed 22 of 29 MOT tests, with 196,312 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 5 Jun 2027
Mileage
196,312 mi
At MOT on 5 Jun 2026
MOT tests
29
22 passed · 7 failed
Per year
7,347 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T381 ERA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Orange
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,800 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
30 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T381 ERA was last recorded at 196,312 miles on 5 Jun 2026, 7,244 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
189,068 miles · 6 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
7,244 miles
Average per year
7,347 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 196,312 miles
  • 2025 – 189,068 miles
  • 2024 – 187,593 miles
  • 2023 – 183,911 miles
  • 2022 – 175,548 miles
  • 2021 – 166,229 miles
  • 2020 – 158,073 miles
  • 2019 – 148,725 miles
  • 2018 – 140,949 miles
  • 2017 – 133,163 miles
  • 2016 – 124,769 miles
  • 2015 – 116,541 miles
  • 2014 – 108,016 miles
  • 2013 – 96,179 miles
  • 2012 – 88,380 miles
  • 2011 – 80,082 miles
  • 2010 – 72,585 miles
  • 2009 – 64,774 miles
  • 2008 – 59,917 miles
  • 2007 – 55,546 miles
  • 2006 – 50,138 miles
  • 2005 – 45,382 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass196,312 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage 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 Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear axle corroded

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

29 tests since 19 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass196,312 miles (+7,244)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    196,312 miles
    Test number
    341340923692
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage 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 Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded

  2. Pass189,068 miles (+17)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    189,068 miles
    Test number
    128725416471
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail189,051 miles (+1,458)1 dangerous3 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,051 miles
    Test number
    429717126432
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass187,593 miles (+4)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    187,593 miles
    Test number
    140234247485
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Rear(s) (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside rear slight brake bind, not excessive
    • AdvisoryOffside front macpherson strut upper attachment bush slightly worn (top mount)
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre worn slightly inner edge
    • AdvisoryUndertray(s) fitted

  5. Fail187,589 miles (+3,678)3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,589 miles
    Test number
    768126218838
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Rear(s) (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorated
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear slight brake bind, not excessive
    • AdvisoryOffside front macpherson strut upper attachment bush slightly worn (top mount)
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre worn slightly inner edge
    • AdvisoryUndertray(s) fitted

  6. Pass183,911 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    183,911 miles
    Test number
    103651080365
    • AdvisoryExhaust system rusty
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Fail183,911 miles (+8,363)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,911 miles
    Test number
    195248011085
    • MajorNearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) inner tie rod (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system rusty
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass175,548 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    175,548 miles
    Test number
    963838610381
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  9. Fail175,548 miles (+9,319)1 dangerous4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,548 miles
    Test number
    847708077538
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorCentral Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  10. Pass166,229 miles (+8,156)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    166,229 miles
    Test number
    198003691575
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  11. Pass158,073 miles (+9,348)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    158,073 miles
    Test number
    566259406720
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front "D" bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear pipes, close to rear axle/subframe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front movement in macpherson strut top mount
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  12. Pass148,725 miles (+7,776)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    148,725 miles
    Test number
    382586980029
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal feels slightly spongy

  13. Pass140,949 miles (+7,786)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    140,949 miles
    Test number
    278280634945
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear flexy ferrell rusting

  14. Pass133,163 miles (+8,394)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    133,163 miles
    Test number
    816930401958
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
    • AdvisoryN/s/f anti roll bar link has slight play in rubber bush
    • AdvisorySlight exhaust blow from mid pipe joint
    • AdvisorySlight play in both front strut top mounts

  15. Pass124,769 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    124,769 miles
    Test number
    970471534103
    • AdvisoryRear tyres worn to 2mm

  16. Fail124,767 miles (+8,226)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,767 miles
    Test number
    673338465096
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear tyres worn to 2mm

  17. Pass116,541 miles (+8,525)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    116,541 miles
    Test number
    397183505274
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteO/S/R parking brake has low effort
    • NoteO/S/R parking brake lever not returning fully
    • NoteO/s/r tyre worn to 3mm

  18. Pass108,016 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    108,016 miles
    Test number
    207336604281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail108,016 miles (+11,837)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,016 miles
    Test number
    345566104286
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  20. Pass96,179 miles (+7,799)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    96,179 miles
    Test number
    787380303290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass88,380 miles (+8,298)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    88,380 miles
    Test number
    177755502221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass80,082 miles (+7,497)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    80,082 miles
    Test number
    216655091142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass72,585 miles (+7,811)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    72,585 miles
    Test number
    781268000237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass64,774 miles (+4,857)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    64,774 miles
    Test number
    410839809291
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  25. Pass59,917 miles (+4,371)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    59,917 miles
    Test number
    942939418324

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail55,546 miles2 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,546 miles
    Test number
    341127717304
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  27. Pass55,546 miles (+5,408)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    55,546 miles
    Test number
    633057317337
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  28. Pass50,138 miles (+4,756)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    50,138 miles
    Test number
    864117916337
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  29. Pass45,382 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    45,382 miles
    Test number
    673193225367

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T381 ERA

Does T381 ERA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T381 ERA is valid until 5 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on T381 ERA?
The MOT on T381 ERA is valid until 5 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T381 ERA done?
T381 ERA was recorded at 196,312 miles at its MOT on 5 Jun 2026, an average of 7,347 miles a year.
Has T381 ERA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T381 ERA has failed 7 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on T381 ERA 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 T381 ERA find?
T381 ERA passed its latest MOT on 5 Jun 2026 with 1 minor defect and 8 advisories: nearside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; front inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides; nearside front lower anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 6 more.

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