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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 1,900 cc

T488 DFCMOT history

T488 DFC is a blue diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 7 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 15 Feb 2027 and it has passed 20 of 24 MOT tests, with 139,894 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 15 Feb 2027
Mileage
139,894 mi
At MOT on 22 Jan 2026
MOT tests
24
20 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,170 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T488 DFC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,900 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
7 May 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T488 DFC was last recorded at 139,894 miles on 22 Jan 2026, 3,049 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
136,845 miles · 8 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
3,049 miles
Average per year
5,170 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 139,894 miles
  • 2025 – 136,845 miles
  • 2024 – 133,591 miles
  • 2023 – 131,582 miles
  • 2022 – 129,327 miles
  • 2020 – 125,891 miles
  • 2019 – 123,264 miles
  • 2018 – 118,684 miles
  • 2017 – 115,421 miles
  • 2016 – 112,304 miles
  • 2015 – 106,841 miles
  • 2014 – 100,761 miles
  • 2013 – 94,160 miles
  • 2012 – 87,207 miles
  • 2011 – 79,337 miles
  • 2010 – 70,135 miles
  • 2009 – 61,435 miles
  • 2008 – 52,690 miles
  • 2007 – 42,097 miles
  • 2006 – 38,397 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass139,894 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both Rears (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated Both Fronts (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryMacpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both Front Top Mounts (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread (2mm) Very Near Limit (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 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.

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2018

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2018

  • Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2018

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass139,894 miles (+3,049)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    139,894 miles
    Test number
    683016568579
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both Rears (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated Both Fronts (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryMacpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both Front Top Mounts (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread (2mm) Very Near Limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass136,845 miles (+3,254)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    136,845 miles
    Test number
    682098591592
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Fronts (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated Both Fronts Cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective Rear Silencer Metal Mount Corroded/Broken (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryMacpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both Front Top Mounts (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread Low (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  3. Pass133,591 miles (+2,009)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    133,591 miles
    Test number
    636367813766
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated Both Fronts (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryMacpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both Front Top Mounts (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both Rears Treads Low and Cracking/Perishing Condition (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass131,582 miles (+2,255)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    131,582 miles
    Test number
    646585238960
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated Both Fronts (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wiper Blade Rubber Split
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on Outer Tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) Both Inner Joints
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both Rears Cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass129,327 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    129,327 miles
    Test number
    367817133717
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened N/S & O/S (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre wearing unevenly
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySuspension components corroded

  6. Fail129,327 miles (+3,436)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,327 miles
    Test number
    956215638261
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorFront Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak After cat (8.2.2.1 (b))
    • MajorFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn N/S & O/S - Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened N/S & O/S (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre wearing unevenly
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySuspension components corroded

  7. Pass125,891 miles (+2,627)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    125,891 miles
    Test number
    966886087150
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension components corroded

  8. Pass123,264 miles (+4,580)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    123,264 miles
    Test number
    776318922841
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

  9. Pass118,684 miles (+3,263)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    118,684 miles
    Test number
    237213403018
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly Both (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake back plate corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  10. Pass115,421 miles (+3,117)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    115,421 miles
    Test number
    469355378592
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear back plate corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  11. Pass112,304 miles (+5,463)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    112,304 miles
    Test number
    174879821526
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre wearing on edges
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  12. Pass106,841 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    106,841 miles
    Test number
    537729535198
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  13. Fail106,841 miles (+6,080)1 failure2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,841 miles
    Test number
    377459135183
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Pass100,761 miles (+6,601)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    100,761 miles
    Test number
    888644654104
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass94,160 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    94,160 miles
    Test number
    807275253144
    • AdvisoryInner Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth rear coil spring rusty
    • NoteFront tyres wearing on edges
    • NoteRear tyres 2mm

  16. Fail94,160 miles (+6,953)4 failures3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,160 miles
    Test number
    279474153141
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryInner Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteBoth rear coil spring rusty
    • NoteFront tyres wearing on edges
    • NoteRear tyres 2mm

  17. Fail87,207 miles1 repaired4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,207 miles
    Test number
    425959642183
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • NoteFront strut tops slight play
    • NoteO/s/r handbrake lever on caliper sticky
    • NoteRear brake disc's rusty on edges
    • NoteRear coil springs rusty

  18. Pass87,207 miles (+7,870)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    87,207 miles
    Test number
    536979342147
    • NoteFront strut tops slight play
    • NoteO/s/r handbrake lever on caliper sticky
    • NoteRear brake disc's rusty on edges
    • NoteRear coil springs rusty

  19. Pass79,337 miles (+9,202)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    79,337 miles
    Test number
    399276341141
    • NoteFront number plate poor
    • NoteRear coil springs rusty

  20. Pass70,135 miles (+8,700)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    70,135 miles
    Test number
    230987940112
    • NoteBoth rear tyres very perrished

  21. Pass61,435 miles (+8,745)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    61,435 miles
    Test number
    964023459132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass52,690 miles (+10,593)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    52,690 miles
    Test number
    943775858167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass42,097 miles (+3,700)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    42,097 miles
    Test number
    380939127190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass38,397 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    38,397 miles
    Test number
    180737156127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T488 DFC

Does T488 DFC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T488 DFC is valid until 15 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on T488 DFC?
The MOT on T488 DFC is valid until 15 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T488 DFC done?
T488 DFC was recorded at 139,894 miles at its MOT on 22 Jan 2026, an average of 5,170 miles a year.
Has T488 DFC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T488 DFC has failed 4 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on T488 DFC 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 T488 DFC find?
T488 DFC passed its latest MOT on 22 Jan 2026 with 6 advisories: brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both rears; brake hose slightly deteriorated both fronts; macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front top mounts, and 3 more.

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