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Volkswagen Golf

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,600 cc

T526 VHKMOT history

T526 VHK is a red petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 6 Aug 1999. Its MOT expired on 12 Aug 2025 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 97,595 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Aug 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 12 Aug 2025
Mileage
97,595 mi
At MOT on 13 Aug 2024
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,703 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T526 VHK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,600 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
6 Aug 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Aug 2025
Latest MOT test
13 Aug 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T526 VHK was last recorded at 97,595 miles on 13 Aug 2024, 2,505 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Jul 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
95,090 miles · 25 Jul 2023
Between the last two tests
2,505 miles
Average per year
2,703 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 97,595 miles
  • 2023 – 95,090 miles
  • 2022 – 93,377 miles
  • 2021 – 92,177 miles
  • 2020 – 91,291 miles
  • 2019 – 90,518 miles
  • 2018 – 89,579 miles
  • 2017 – 88,679 miles
  • 2016 – 86,964 miles
  • 2015 – 85,130 miles
  • 2014 – 83,177 miles
  • 2013 – 78,701 miles
  • 2012 – 74,055 miles
  • 2011 – 69,524 miles
  • 2010 – 65,032 miles
  • 2009 – 60,144 miles
  • 2008 – 56,830 miles
  • 2007 – 53,312 miles
  • 2006 – 48,655 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,595 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear axel corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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, 2013–2015

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2017

  • Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2015

  • Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass97,595 miles (+2,505)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    97,595 miles
    Test number
    378505450201
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear axel corroded

  2. Pass95,090 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    95,090 miles
    Test number
    183901125550
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail95,090 miles (+1,713)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,090 miles
    Test number
    772110603069
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass93,377 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    93,377 miles
    Test number
    817460434696
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear axel corroded

  5. Fail93,377 miles (+1,200)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,377 miles
    Test number
    399270439536
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear axel corroded

  6. Pass92,177 miles (+886)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    92,177 miles
    Test number
    504309068478

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass91,291 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    91,291 miles
    Test number
    767301146924

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail91,291 miles (+773)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,291 miles
    Test number
    814104715432
    • Repaired at testCentral Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass90,518 miles (+939)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    90,518 miles
    Test number
    451216943766

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass89,579 miles (+900)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    89,579 miles
    Test number
    225867938262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass88,679 miles (+1,715)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    88,679 miles
    Test number
    717263984452
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass86,964 miles (+1,834)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    86,964 miles
    Test number
    218748550914

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass85,130 miles (+1,953)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    85,130 miles
    Test number
    257478585146
    • 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 Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • 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)

  14. Pass83,177 miles (+4,476)8 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    83,177 miles
    Test number
    669818884123
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteN/S/F tyre low and worn on outer edge.

  15. Pass78,701 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    78,701 miles
    Test number
    677113393101
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  16. Fail78,700 miles (+4,645)6 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,700 miles
    Test number
    509995183155
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass74,055 miles (+4,531)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    74,055 miles
    Test number
    917145282175
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine eratic idle
    • NoteOffside rear door handle poor operation

  18. Pass69,524 miles (+4,492)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    69,524 miles
    Test number
    686166581113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass65,032 miles (+4,888)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    65,032 miles
    Test number
    402302380176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass60,144 miles (+3,314)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    60,144 miles
    Test number
    874739669117
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NotePower steering belt splitting

  21. Pass56,830 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    56,830 miles
    Test number
    531324488174
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  22. Fail56,830 miles (+3,518)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,830 miles
    Test number
    804454188132
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  23. Pass53,312 miles (+4,657)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    53,312 miles
    Test number
    304456287177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass48,655 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    48,655 miles
    Test number
    231567586410

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail48,655 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,655 miles
    Test number
    761717486160
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T526 VHK

Does T526 VHK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T526 VHK expired on 12 Aug 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T526 VHK?
The MOT on T526 VHK expired on 12 Aug 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T526 VHK done?
T526 VHK was recorded at 97,595 miles at its MOT on 13 Aug 2024, an average of 2,703 miles a year.
Has T526 VHK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T526 VHK has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on T526 VHK 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 VHK find?
T526 VHK passed its latest MOT on 13 Aug 2024 with 7 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside front direction indicator slightly discoloured; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 4 more.

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