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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 2,300 cc

T42 FAPMOT history

T42 FAP is a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 13 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 25 Apr 2027 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 71,090 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 25 Apr 2027
Mileage
71,090 mi
At MOT on 23 Apr 2026
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
1,724 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T42 FAP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,300 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
13 May 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T42 FAP was last recorded at 71,090 miles on 23 Apr 2026, 964 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
70,126 miles · 15 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
964 miles
Average per year
1,724 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 71,090 miles
  • 2025 – 70,126 miles
  • 2024 – 69,241 miles
  • 2023 – 67,472 miles
  • 2022 – 66,334 miles
  • 2021 – 65,149 miles
  • 2020 – 63,953 miles
  • 2019 – 62,494 miles
  • 2018 – 61,100 miles
  • 2017 – 59,514 miles
  • 2016 – 58,063 miles
  • 2015 – 56,707 miles
  • 2014 – 55,209 miles
  • 2013 – 53,225 miles
  • 2012 – 51,553 miles
  • 2011 – 50,083 miles
  • 2010 – 47,866 miles
  • 2009 – 44,571 miles
  • 2008 – 41,701 miles
  • 2007 – 39,463 miles
  • 2006 – 36,563 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass71,090 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023

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 Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2012

  • Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2012

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

28 tests since 11 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass71,090 miles (+964)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    71,090 miles
    Test number
    142572614798
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass70,126 miles (+885)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    70,126 miles
    Test number
    151295113873
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass69,241 miles (+1,769)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    69,241 miles
    Test number
    513510173392
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass67,472 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    67,472 miles
    Test number
    209394401613
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Fail67,472 miles (+1,138)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,472 miles
    Test number
    469717535683
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass66,334 miles (+1,185)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    66,334 miles
    Test number
    991713977645

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass65,149 miles (+1,196)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    65,149 miles
    Test number
    215469482283
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass63,953 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    63,953 miles
    Test number
    562058407683

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail63,953 miles (+1,459)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,953 miles
    Test number
    545248797003
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  10. Pass62,494 miles (+1,394)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    62,494 miles
    Test number
    321998262457
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass61,100 miles (+12)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    61,100 miles
    Test number
    193399508263
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  12. Fail61,088 miles (+1,574)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,088 miles
    Test number
    248843836136
    • FailureCentral Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside drive shaft inner boot clip missing
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  13. Pass59,514 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    59,514 miles
    Test number
    525296953082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail59,514 miles (+1,451)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,514 miles
    Test number
    322872351805
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  15. Pass58,063 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    58,063 miles
    Test number
    888868197377

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail58,063 miles (+1,356)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,063 miles
    Test number
    796448468888
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  17. Pass56,707 miles (+1,498)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    56,707 miles
    Test number
    997665405102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass55,209 miles (+1,984)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    55,209 miles
    Test number
    316112214139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail53,225 miles1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,225 miles
    Test number
    119208803152
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre worn slightly on inner edge

  20. Pass53,225 miles (+1,672)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    53,225 miles
    Test number
    126888203198
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre worn slightly on inner edge

  21. Pass51,553 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    51,553 miles
    Test number
    208971512133
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre slightly worn on inner edge

  22. Fail51,553 miles (+1,470)2 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,553 miles
    Test number
    398821312115
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre slightly worn on inner edge

  23. Pass50,083 miles (+2,217)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    50,083 miles
    Test number
    818919901132
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • 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 Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  24. Pass47,866 miles (+3,295)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    47,866 miles
    Test number
    320185400137
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  25. Pass44,571 miles (+2,870)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    44,571 miles
    Test number
    181786009149
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  26. Pass41,701 miles (+2,238)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    41,701 miles
    Test number
    423232718170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass39,463 miles (+2,900)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    39,463 miles
    Test number
    201107107456

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass36,563 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    36,563 miles
    Test number
    773741006111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T42 FAP

Does T42 FAP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T42 FAP is valid until 25 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T42 FAP?
The MOT on T42 FAP is valid until 25 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T42 FAP done?
T42 FAP was recorded at 71,090 miles at its MOT on 23 Apr 2026, an average of 1,724 miles a year.
Has T42 FAP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T42 FAP has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Apr 2023.
Has the mileage on T42 FAP 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 T42 FAP find?
T42 FAP passed its latest MOT on 23 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; offside direction indicator slightly discoloured; offside rear coil spring corroded.

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