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Volkswagen Golf

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,595 cc

T453 RGAMOT history

T453 RGA is a green petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 10 Mar 2027 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 127,079 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 10 Mar 2027
Mileage
127,079 mi
At MOT on 24 Feb 2026
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,957 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T453 RGA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T453 RGA was last recorded at 127,079 miles on 24 Feb 2026, 679 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Mar 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 28 Jan 2011: 41,549 miles, lower than 69,031 miles on 3 Feb 2010.
  • 3 Feb 2016: 11,859 miles, lower than 109,170 miles on 4 Feb 2015.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
126,400 miles · 11 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
679 miles
Average per year
3,957 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 127,079 miles
  • 2025 – 126,400 miles
  • 2024 – 125,896 miles
  • 2023 – 124,869 miles
  • 2022 – 124,385 miles
  • 2021 – 123,590 miles
  • 2019 – 123,558 miles
  • 2018 – 121,595 miles
  • 2017 – 121,194 miles
  • 2016 – 11,859 miles
  • 2015 – 109,170 miles
  • 2014 – 104,113 miles
  • 2013 – 93,962 miles
  • 2012 – 91,677 miles
  • 2011 – 41,549 miles
  • 2010 – 69,031 miles
  • 2008 – 63,060 miles
  • 2007 – 55,635 miles
  • 2006 – 48,044 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass127,079 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

28 tests since 6 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass127,079 miles (+679)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    127,079 miles
    Test number
    833852506792

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass126,400 miles (+504)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    126,400 miles
    Test number
    915455691977
    • AdvisoryWhole underneath of car cover with underseal

  3. Pass125,896 miles (+1,027)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    125,896 miles
    Test number
    938554830456
    • AdvisoryFull Underside Coated in Underseal

  4. Pass124,869 miles (+484)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    124,869 miles
    Test number
    708167985979

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass124,385 miles (+795)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    124,385 miles
    Test number
    497854410523
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass123,590 miles (+32)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    123,590 miles
    Test number
    822453505761

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass123,558 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    123,558 miles
    Test number
    462225256316
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all metal pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

  8. Fail123,558 miles (+1,963)1 dangerous6 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,558 miles
    Test number
    561241010192
    • DangerousOffside Rear Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak in front of cat (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all metal pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass121,595 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    121,595 miles
    Test number
    331120643937

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail121,594 miles (+400)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,594 miles
    Test number
    153067430399
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  11. Pass121,194 miles (+109,335)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    121,194 miles
    Test number
    654257210309
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryAll rear brakes are greased

  12. Pass11,859 miles (-97,311)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    11,859 miles
    Test number
    545609921560
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside n/side outer sill s/corroded but not hold
    • AdvisoryOffside outer sill s/corroded but not hold

  13. Pass109,170 miles (+5,057)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    109,170 miles
    Test number
    116665635418

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass104,113 miles (+10,151)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    104,113 miles
    Test number
    229329024021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass93,962 miles (+2,285)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    93,962 miles
    Test number
    128361613410

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass91,677 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    91,677 miles
    Test number
    725311532014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. FailMileage not read2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    526478222064
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass41,549 miles (-27,482)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    41,549 miles
    Test number
    456568921039
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in rear tyre

  19. Pass69,031 miles (+5,971)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    69,031 miles
    Test number
    451704630066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass63,060 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    63,060 miles
    Test number
    430554858479

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. FailMileage not read5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    502163758382
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass61,377 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    61,377 miles
    Test number
    330355958133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail61,377 miles (+5,742)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,377 miles
    Test number
    714355958139
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

  24. Pass55,635 miles (+420)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2008
    Odometer
    55,635 miles
    Test number
    561540357114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass55,215 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    55,215 miles
    Test number
    380904767022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail55,215 miles (+7,171)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,215 miles
    Test number
    300174667039
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  27. Pass48,044 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    48,044 miles
    Test number
    652847166005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail48,042 miles4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,042 miles
    Test number
    963155966066
    • FailureNearside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Questions about T453 RGA

Does T453 RGA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T453 RGA is valid until 10 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T453 RGA?
The MOT on T453 RGA is valid until 10 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T453 RGA done?
T453 RGA was recorded at 127,079 miles at its MOT on 24 Feb 2026, an average of 3,957 miles a year.
Has T453 RGA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T453 RGA has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Mar 2019.
Has the mileage on T453 RGA ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 28 Jan 2011. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T453 RGA find?
T453 RGA passed its latest MOT on 24 Feb 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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