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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,595 cc

T41 MBUMOT history

T41 MBU is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 26 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 1 Sept 2026 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 93,264 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Sept 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 1 Sept 2026
Mileage
93,264 mi
At MOT on 2 Sept 2025
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
3,184 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T41 MBU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
26 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
2 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T41 MBU was last recorded at 93,264 miles on 2 Sept 2025, 582 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
92,682 miles · 20 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
582 miles
Average per year
3,184 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 93,264 miles
  • 2024 – 92,682 miles
  • 2023 – 90,711 miles
  • 2022 – 89,231 miles
  • 2021 – 86,690 miles
  • 2020 – 83,331 miles
  • 2019 – 79,304 miles
  • 2018 – 73,955 miles
  • 2017 – 70,234 miles
  • 2016 – 66,549 miles
  • 2015 – 55,328 miles
  • 2014 – 43,401 miles
  • 2013 – 39,391 miles
  • 2012 – 39,376 miles
  • 2011 – 39,342 miles
  • 2010 – 38,810 miles
  • 2009 – 38,503 miles
  • 2008 – 36,126 miles
  • 2007 – 34,050 miles
  • 2006 – 31,589 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass93,264 miles
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022

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.

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

    Minor3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Central Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in screen

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Radiator leaking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Coolant leak radiator leaking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

30 tests since 20 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass93,264 miles (+582)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    93,264 miles
    Test number
    774920889569
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • 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))

  2. Pass92,682 miles (+1,971)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    92,682 miles
    Test number
    253857119388
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • 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))

  3. Pass90,711 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    90,711 miles
    Test number
    426353966547
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail90,711 miles (+1,480)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,711 miles
    Test number
    871054057786
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass89,231 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    89,231 miles
    Test number
    997523808177
    • MinorCentral Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in screen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRadiator leaking

  6. Fail89,231 miles (+2,541)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,231 miles
    Test number
    809659501315
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working both sides (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorCentral Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in screen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRadiator leaking

  7. Pass86,690 miles (+4)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    86,690 miles
    Test number
    280739978470
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak radiator leaking
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  8. Fail86,686 miles (+3,355)1 dangerous1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,686 miles
    Test number
    369172793140
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play track rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak radiator leaking
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge at 1.6mm and bald on inner edge DANGEROUS (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass83,331 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    83,331 miles
    Test number
    198865288030
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in screen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • 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))

  10. Fail83,331 miles (+4,027)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,331 miles
    Test number
    769723643568
    • MajorRear Stop lamp(s) not working all lamps (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in screen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • 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))

  11. Pass79,304 miles (+5,349)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    79,304 miles
    Test number
    234396491247
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel slight play in end of rack (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))

  12. Pass73,955 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2019
    Odometer
    73,955 miles
    Test number
    609256600332
    • AdvisoryFront Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

  13. Fail73,955 miles (+3,721)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,955 miles
    Test number
    216065750020
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

  14. Pass70,234 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2018
    Odometer
    70,234 miles
    Test number
    357524153764

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail70,234 miles (+3,685)1 failure1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,234 miles
    Test number
    651854186664
    • FailureStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  16. Pass66,549 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2017
    Odometer
    66,549 miles
    Test number
    495882857017
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  17. Fail66,549 miles (+11,221)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,549 miles
    Test number
    739749166248
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  18. Pass55,328 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2016
    Odometer
    55,328 miles
    Test number
    128086845156
    • NoteFront tyres wearing low
    • NoteHandbrake mechanism tight
    • NoteSlight leak on exhaust joints

  19. Fail55,328 miles (+11,927)4 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,328 miles
    Test number
    917616945114
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteFront tyres wearing low
    • NoteHandbrake mechanism tight
    • NoteSlight leak on exhaust joints

  20. Pass43,401 miles (+3)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2015
    Odometer
    43,401 miles
    Test number
    865477934111
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm 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)
    • AdvisorySpeedometer dial glass slightly damaged (6.7.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

  21. Fail43,398 miles (+4,007)1 failure3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,398 miles
    Test number
    955055834170
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm 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)
    • AdvisorySpeedometer dial glass slightly damaged (6.7.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteExhaust mounting bracket broken

  22. Pass39,391 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2014
    Odometer
    39,391 miles
    Test number
    299243443196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass39,376 miles (+34)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2013
    Odometer
    39,376 miles
    Test number
    347384542118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass39,342 miles (+532)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2012
    Odometer
    39,342 miles
    Test number
    255966241121
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  25. Fail38,810 miles2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,810 miles
    Test number
    820700140107
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  26. Pass38,810 miles (+307)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2011
    Odometer
    38,810 miles
    Test number
    961610440120
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  27. Pass38,503 miles (+2,377)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2010
    Odometer
    38,503 miles
    Test number
    721191849134
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  28. Pass36,126 miles (+2,076)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2009
    Odometer
    36,126 miles
    Test number
    190833548188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass34,050 miles (+2,461)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    34,050 miles
    Test number
    264557017485

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass31,589 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    31,589 miles
    Test number
    441540916110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T41 MBU

Does T41 MBU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T41 MBU expired on 1 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T41 MBU?
The MOT on T41 MBU expired on 1 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T41 MBU done?
T41 MBU was recorded at 93,264 miles at its MOT on 2 Sept 2025, an average of 3,184 miles a year.
Has T41 MBU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T41 MBU has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on T41 MBU 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 T41 MBU find?
T41 MBU passed its latest MOT on 2 Sept 2025 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: offside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; oil leak, but not excessive.

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