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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 1,900 cc

T526 DFCMOT history

T526 DFC is a blue diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 20 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 15 Aug 2027 and it has passed 20 of 23 MOT tests, with 190,450 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 15 Aug 2027
Mileage
190,450 mi
At MOT on 1 Aug 2026
MOT tests
23
20 passed · 3 failed
Per year
4,913 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T526 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
20 May 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T526 DFC was last recorded at 190,450 miles on 1 Aug 2026, 4,958 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
185,492 miles · 16 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
4,958 miles
Average per year
4,913 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 190,450 miles
  • 2025 – 185,492 miles
  • 2024 – 183,851 miles
  • 2023 – 174,795 miles
  • 2022 – 168,597 miles
  • 2021 – 160,536 miles
  • 2020 – 156,318 miles
  • 2019 – 152,115 miles
  • 2018 – 147,587 miles
  • 2017 – 144,399 miles
  • 2016 – 137,014 miles
  • 2015 – 135,005 miles
  • 2014 – 130,486 miles
  • 2013 – 130,275 miles
  • 2012 – 126,945 miles
  • 2010 – 120,252 miles
  • 2009 – 115,978 miles
  • 2008 – 111,807 miles
  • 2007 – 102,332 miles
  • 2006 – 91,679 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass190,450 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 rear brake pad lower than nearside

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Horn not working (1.6.2a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2008

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2007

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2007

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass190,450 miles (+4,958)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    190,450 miles
    Test number
    983281315549

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass185,492 miles (+1,641)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    185,492 miles
    Test number
    501565491033
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass183,851 miles (+9,056)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    183,851 miles
    Test number
    362878645407
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass174,795 miles (+6,198)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    174,795 miles
    Test number
    599571256421

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass168,597 miles (+8,061)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    168,597 miles
    Test number
    228417932664

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass160,536 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    160,536 miles
    Test number
    269116408285
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting repair covered in underseal both outer sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear and nearside front (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake pad lower than nearside

  7. Fail160,533 miles (+4,215)2 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,533 miles
    Test number
    764654318053
    • DangerousNearside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired outer sill Front and rear (6.2.2 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired outer sill Front and rear (6.2.2 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear nearside front (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake pad lower than nearside

  8. Pass156,318 miles (+4,203)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2021
    Odometer
    156,318 miles
    Test number
    110706082869

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass152,115 miles (+4,528)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    152,115 miles
    Test number
    529649740008
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass147,587 miles (+3,188)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2019
    Odometer
    147,587 miles
    Test number
    555549023004
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  11. Pass144,399 miles (+7,385)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2018
    Odometer
    144,399 miles
    Test number
    660712405289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass137,014 miles (+2,009)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2017
    Odometer
    137,014 miles
    Test number
    476486707922

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass135,005 miles (+4,519)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2016
    Odometer
    135,005 miles
    Test number
    709668425199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass130,486 miles (+211)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2015
    Odometer
    130,486 miles
    Test number
    649623234111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass130,275 miles (+3,330)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    130,275 miles
    Test number
    146789003123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass126,945 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    126,945 miles
    Test number
    239963892085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail126,940 miles (+6,688)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,940 miles
    Test number
    159333192097
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass120,252 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    120,252 miles
    Test number
    844147980131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail120,346 miles (+4,368)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,346 miles
    Test number
    303527280123
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  20. Pass115,978 miles (+4,171)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    115,978 miles
    Test number
    363751089152
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  21. Pass111,807 miles (+9,475)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    111,807 miles
    Test number
    201958678125
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor 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)

  22. Pass102,332 miles (+10,653)6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    102,332 miles
    Test number
    572896767153
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth front tyres are wearing on the inner edges
    • NoteSlight knocking noise from rear suspension

  23. Pass91,679 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    91,679 miles
    Test number
    974965876117
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteCentre exhaust bracket requires rewelding to pipe
    • NoteRear brake pads are wearing thin

Questions about T526 DFC

Does T526 DFC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T526 DFC is valid until 15 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T526 DFC?
The MOT on T526 DFC is valid until 15 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T526 DFC done?
T526 DFC was recorded at 190,450 miles at its MOT on 1 Aug 2026, an average of 4,913 miles a year.
Has T526 DFC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T526 DFC has failed 3 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 19 May 2021.
Has the mileage on T526 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 T526 DFC find?
T526 DFC passed its latest MOT on 1 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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