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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Diesel · 2009 · 1,598 cc

T400 EVSMOT history

T400 EVS is a blue diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 14 Nov 2009. Its MOT expired on 2 Feb 2026 and it has passed 13 of 16 MOT tests, with 149,020 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Mar 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 2 Feb 2026
Mileage
149,020 mi
At MOT on 14 Mar 2026
MOT tests
16
13 passed · 3 failed
Per year
9,551 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T400 EVS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
14 Nov 2009
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Feb 2026
Latest MOT test
14 Mar 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

T400 EVS was last recorded at 149,020 miles on 14 Mar 2026, 7,719 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
141,301 miles · 3 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
7,719 miles
Average per year
9,551 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 149,020 miles
  • 2025 – 141,301 miles
  • 2024 – 138,066 miles
  • 2023 – 135,090 miles
  • 2022 – 123,707 miles
  • 2021 – 117,252 miles
  • 2020 – 99,905 miles
  • 2018 – 92,625 miles
  • 2017 – 81,969 miles
  • 2016 – 44,635 miles
  • 2015 – 39,731 miles
  • 2014 – 33,017 miles
  • 2013 – 26,903 miles
  • 2012 – 21,565 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail149,020 miles
  • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure And worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper missing Rubber detached (3.4 (a))
  • MajorOffside Front Inner Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
  • MajorOffside Front Outer Windscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road N/S/F Lower cracked and dented but not affecting the drivers view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working Both and slightly cracked (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers damaged to the extent that it does not function (5.3.2 (b))
  • MajorRear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Window held on by tape, slight damage
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Plastic on bumper damaged but not serious
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Window does not open
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Driver window is not working

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Seat belt slightly damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

16 tests since 8 Nov 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail149,020 miles (+7,719)2 dangerous7 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,020 miles
    Test number
    972859289065
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure And worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper missing Rubber detached (3.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Windscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road N/S/F Lower cracked and dented but not affecting the drivers view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working Both and slightly cracked (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers damaged to the extent that it does not function (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorRear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Window held on by tape, slight damage
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Plastic on bumper damaged but not serious
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Window does not open
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass141,301 miles (+3,235)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    141,301 miles
    Test number
    917943021594
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened subframe and arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass138,066 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    138,066 miles
    Test number
    396737255573
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Fail138,066 miles (+2,976)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,066 miles
    Test number
    993077403624
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Pass135,090 miles (+11,383)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    135,090 miles
    Test number
    399531929240
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass123,707 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    123,707 miles
    Test number
    918033550673
    • AdvisoryDriver window is not working
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail123,707 miles (+6,455)3 dangerous7 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,707 miles
    Test number
    446789172060
    • DangerousBoot lid likely to become detached (6.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorReversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryDriver window is not working
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass117,252 miles (+17,347)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    117,252 miles
    Test number
    102970936704
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass99,905 miles (+7,280)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    99,905 miles
    Test number
    613956140283

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass92,625 miles (+10,656)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    92,625 miles
    Test number
    799143696349
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs lipped

  11. Pass81,969 miles (+37,334)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    81,969 miles
    Test number
    655613360223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass44,635 miles (+4,904)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    44,635 miles
    Test number
    401624165076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass39,731 miles (+6,714)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    39,731 miles
    Test number
    947943019909

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass33,017 miles (+6,114)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    33,017 miles
    Test number
    587639584274
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass26,903 miles (+5,338)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    26,903 miles
    Test number
    559294203344
    • NoteFlatspots on n/s/r tyre

  16. Pass21,565 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    21,565 miles
    Test number
    808453512398
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

Questions about T400 EVS

Does T400 EVS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T400 EVS expired on 2 Feb 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T400 EVS?
The MOT on T400 EVS expired on 2 Feb 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T400 EVS done?
T400 EVS was recorded at 149,020 miles at its MOT on 14 Mar 2026, an average of 9,551 miles a year.
Has T400 EVS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T400 EVS has failed 3 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on T400 EVS 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 T400 EVS find?
T400 EVS failed its latest MOT on 14 Mar 2026 with 2 dangerous defects, 7 major defects and 6 advisories: nearside rear tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure; offside front tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure and worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer; nearside front windscreen wiper missing rubber detached, and 12 more.

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