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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Diesel · 1999 · 1,900 cc

T484 KAOMOT history

T484 KAO is a silver diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 19 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 29 Dec 2026 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 80,467 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 29 Dec 2026
Mileage
80,467 mi
At MOT on 30 Dec 2025
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
641 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T484 KAO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,900 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
19 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
30 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T484 KAO was last recorded at 80,467 miles on 30 Dec 2025, 920 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Dec 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 7 Oct 2021: 79,314 miles, lower than 79,316 miles on 6 Oct 2021.

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
79,547 miles · 4 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
920 miles
Average per year
641 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 80,467 miles
  • 2024 – 79,547 miles
  • 2023 – 79,485 miles
  • 2022 – 79,325 miles
  • 2021 – 79,314 miles
  • 2020 – 79,075 miles
  • 2019 – 78,206 miles
  • 2018 – 78,071 miles
  • 2017 – 77,552 miles
  • 2016 – 77,327 miles
  • 2015 – 77,220 miles
  • 2014 – 76,853 miles
  • 2013 – 74,891 miles
  • 2012 – 73,853 miles
  • 2011 – 72,562 miles
  • 2010 – 72,093 miles
  • 2009 – 71,108 miles
  • 2008 – 70,025 miles
  • 2007 – 68,607 miles
  • 2006 – 67,822 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass80,467 miles
  • AdvisoryAxle deformed but serviceable Rear axle corroded (5.1.1 (a))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Blow at cat due to corrosion (slight) (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front arm rear bushes split (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both front (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Various areas (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOBD not reading RPM
  • AdvisoryRear wiper motor faulty
  • AdvisorySpare tyre defective Tyre flat

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.

  • Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All.

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All remaining steel.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All remaining steel

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Service brake excessively binding Both.

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Corroded underside but still solid

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

28 tests since 7 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass80,467 miles (+920)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    80,467 miles
    Test number
    915641590811
    • AdvisoryAxle deformed but serviceable Rear axle corroded (5.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Blow at cat due to corrosion (slight) (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front arm rear bushes split (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both front (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Various areas (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOBD not reading RPM
    • AdvisoryRear wiper motor faulty
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective Tyre flat

  2. Pass79,547 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    79,547 miles
    Test number
    712323535133
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Various underside areas. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Fail79,545 miles (+60)4 dangerous3 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,545 miles
    Test number
    492129149030
    • DangerousOffside Front Driver's seat moving inadvertently SEAT BASE DOES NOT SECURE INTO POSITION WHEN ADJUSTED (6.2.5 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure INNER SIDEWALL CRACKED TO EXCESS - (DATED 2007) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed CORDS EXPOSED IN TREAD (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure INNER SIDEWALL CRACKED TO EXCESS- (DATED 2007) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively ALL BLADES SMEARING SCREEN (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MinorTyre obviously under inflated SPARE TYRE FLAT- BEEN RUN FLAT (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryALL SUSPENSION COMPONENTS CORRODED
    • AdvisoryCORROSION TO FLOOR/ CHASSIS
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing SIDEWALL CRACKED/ PERISHED - (DATED 2007) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear REAR WIPER MOTOR DOES NOT SWITCH OFF AND WORKING OF OWN ACCORD

  4. Pass79,485 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    79,485 miles
    Test number
    209935535579
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All remaining steel. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect Both. (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced All areas on vehicle underside. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Fail79,483 miles (+158)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,483 miles
    Test number
    700465760632
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All remaining steel. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced All areas on vehicle underside. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Pass79,325 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    79,325 miles
    Test number
    100547560037
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All. (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All remaining steel. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Fail79,324 miles (+10)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,324 miles
    Test number
    439691354534
    • MajorRear Coil spring fractured or broken Both. (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All. (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All remaining steel. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  8. Pass79,314 miles (-2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    79,314 miles
    Test number
    124277686995
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All. (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All remaining steel (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  9. Fail79,316 miles (+241)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,316 miles
    Test number
    759307922475
    • MajorRear Service brake excessively binding Both. (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All. (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All remaining steel (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  10. Pass79,075 miles (+869)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    79,075 miles
    Test number
    545537835515
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively Both (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  11. Pass78,206 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    78,206 miles
    Test number
    660241129236
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All. (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  12. Fail78,202 miles (+131)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,202 miles
    Test number
    765039550855
    • MajorRear Service brake excessively binding Both. (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All. (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  13. Pass78,071 miles (+519)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    78,071 miles
    Test number
    195369786767
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Both flexi ferrules corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  14. Pass77,552 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    77,552 miles
    Test number
    856082822195
    • AdvisoryCorroded underside but still solid
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules Both (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules Both (3.6.B.4e)

  15. Fail77,552 miles (+225)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,552 miles
    Test number
    568424399204
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryCorroded underside but still solid
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules Both (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules Both (3.6.B.4e)

  16. Pass77,327 miles (+107)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    77,327 miles
    Test number
    454613424706
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules All (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryCorroded underside but still solid

  17. Pass77,220 miles (+1)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    77,220 miles
    Test number
    215355185164
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Fail77,219 miles (+366)4 failures1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,219 miles
    Test number
    616128875101
    • FailureBrake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureBrake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass76,853 miles (+1,962)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2015
    Odometer
    76,853 miles
    Test number
    525497644129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass74,891 miles (+1,038)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2014
    Odometer
    74,891 miles
    Test number
    299053233415

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass73,853 miles (+1,291)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2013
    Odometer
    73,853 miles
    Test number
    108104722100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass72,562 miles (+469)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2012
    Odometer
    72,562 miles
    Test number
    835843531190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass72,093 miles (+985)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2011
    Odometer
    72,093 miles
    Test number
    744168930165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass71,108 miles (+1,083)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2010
    Odometer
    71,108 miles
    Test number
    530316039112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass70,025 miles (+1,418)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2009
    Odometer
    70,025 miles
    Test number
    413987238151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass68,607 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2008
    Odometer
    68,607 miles
    Test number
    222044127451

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail68,607 miles (+785)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,607 miles
    Test number
    812984427100
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

  28. Pass67,822 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    67,822 miles
    Test number
    620627696040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T484 KAO

Does T484 KAO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T484 KAO is valid until 29 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on T484 KAO?
The MOT on T484 KAO is valid until 29 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T484 KAO done?
T484 KAO was recorded at 80,467 miles at its MOT on 30 Dec 2025, an average of 641 miles a year.
Has T484 KAO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T484 KAO has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on T484 KAO ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 7 Oct 2021. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T484 KAO find?
T484 KAO passed its latest MOT on 30 Dec 2025 with 8 advisories: axle deformed but serviceable rear axle corroded; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases blow at cat due to corrosion (slight); front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front arm rear bushes split, and 5 more.

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