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White · Petrol · 1999 · 1,800 cc

T390 BWNMOT history

T390 BWN is a white petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 24 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 2 Sept 2027 and it has passed 14 of 23 MOT tests, with 88,821 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 2 Sept 2027
Mileage
88,821 mi
At MOT on 3 Sept 2026
MOT tests
23
14 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,053 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T390 BWN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,800 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
24 May 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T390 BWN was last recorded at 88,821 miles on 3 Sept 2026, 281 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 May 2018.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
88,540 miles · 18 May 2018
Between the last two tests
281 miles
Average per year
2,053 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 88,821 miles
  • 2018 – 88,540 miles
  • 2017 – 87,743 miles
  • 2016 – 85,940 miles
  • 2015 – 83,130 miles
  • 2014 – 80,483 miles
  • 2013 – 78,239 miles
  • 2012 – 74,729 miles
  • 2011 – 71,197 miles
  • 2010 – 66,882 miles
  • 2009 – 62,659 miles
  • 2008 – 58,327 miles
  • 2007 – 53,547 miles
  • 2006 – 47,014 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass88,821 miles
  • AdvisoryCar Undersealed
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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 Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2006–2017

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2006–2011

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2006–2011

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2006–2011

  • Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2010

Full MOT history

23 tests since 24 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass88,821 miles (+281)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    88,821 miles
    Test number
    782984329381
    • AdvisoryCar Undersealed
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass88,540 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2019
    Odometer
    88,540 miles
    Test number
    300702142298
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre edge wear
    • AdvisoryO/s/f inner wing cover insecure
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  3. Fail88,540 miles (+797)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,540 miles
    Test number
    138341790749
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre edge wear
    • AdvisoryO/s/f inner wing cover insecure
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  4. Pass87,743 miles (+28)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2018
    Odometer
    87,743 miles
    Test number
    405535348340
    • 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 Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront wipers deteriorating
    • AdvisoryOil leak from engine area
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded

  5. Fail87,715 miles (+1,775)1 failure12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,715 miles
    Test number
    795882420373
    • FailureNearside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings sill (6.1.B.2)
    • 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 Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront wipers deteriorating
    • AdvisoryOil leak from engine area
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded

  6. Pass85,940 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    85,940 miles
    Test number
    447190995097
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryAlloy deposits on rear brake pipes.
    • AdvisoryNearside sill damaged on underside (corroded).
    • AdvisoryTow ball not fitted at time of test.

  7. Fail85,940 miles (+2,810)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,940 miles
    Test number
    842523150343
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryAlloy deposits on rear brake pipes.
    • AdvisoryNearside sill damaged on underside (corroded).
    • AdvisoryTow ball not fitted at time of test.

  8. Pass83,130 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    83,130 miles
    Test number
    638454615190
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSlight play in both front track rod arms

  9. Fail83,130 miles (+2,647)3 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,130 miles
    Test number
    237204315421
    • FailureNearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSlight play in both front track rod arms

  10. Pass80,483 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    80,483 miles
    Test number
    236155214117
    • NoteHeadlamp masks/converters fitted
    • NoteTow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test
    • NoteAlloy deposits on rear brake pipes
    • NoteNearside sill damaged

  11. Fail80,483 miles (+2,244)1 repaired4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,483 miles
    Test number
    886215014160
    • Repaired at testBrake servo vacuum pipe split (3.6.C.1b)
    • NoteHeadlamp masks/converters fitted
    • NoteTow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test
    • NoteAlloy deposits on rear brake pipes
    • NoteNearside sill damaged

  12. Pass78,239 miles (+3,510)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    78,239 miles
    Test number
    199545913130
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryTrailing arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteTow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test
    • NoteAlloy deposits on rear brake pipes

  13. Pass74,729 miles5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    74,729 miles
    Test number
    157667012153
    • AdvisoryInner 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 Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  14. Fail74,729 miles (+3,532)6 failures1 repaired7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,729 miles
    Test number
    665327312102
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)
    • AdvisoryInner 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 Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • NoteOil leak

  15. Pass71,197 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    71,197 miles
    Test number
    548831911176
    • NoteFront and rear brake discs worn
    • NoteO/s/r brake slightly sticking
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Fail71,196 miles (+4,314)1 failure3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,196 miles
    Test number
    547761811138
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm 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)
    • NoteFront and rear brake discs worn
    • NoteO/s/r brake slightly sticking
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Pass66,882 miles (+4,223)7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    66,882 miles
    Test number
    233786210138
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting 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 Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOffside front mudflap insecure

  18. Pass62,659 miles (+4,332)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    62,659 miles
    Test number
    262533319169
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  19. Pass58,327 miles (+4,780)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    58,327 miles
    Test number
    171452518181
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  20. Pass53,547 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    53,547 miles
    Test number
    331416117144
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  21. Fail53,547 miles (+6,533)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,547 miles
    Test number
    712406417145
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass47,014 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    47,014 miles
    Test number
    210702026411
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

  23. Fail47,014 miles2 failures10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,014 miles
    Test number
    221064116410
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailurePower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not 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)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar 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 Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Questions about T390 BWN

Does T390 BWN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T390 BWN is valid until 2 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on T390 BWN?
The MOT on T390 BWN is valid until 2 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T390 BWN done?
T390 BWN was recorded at 88,821 miles at its MOT on 3 Sept 2026, an average of 2,053 miles a year.
Has T390 BWN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T390 BWN has failed 9 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 18 May 2018.
Has the mileage on T390 BWN 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 T390 BWN find?
T390 BWN passed its latest MOT on 3 Sept 2026 with 3 advisories: car undersealed; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement.

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