
Volkswagen Golf
Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 1,900 cc
T530 BRSMOT history
T530 BRS is a blue diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 4 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 1 Jul 2027 and it has passed 20 of 32 MOT tests, with 177,992 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Jul 2026.
- MOT
- Valid
- Until 1 Jul 2027
- Mileage
- 177,992 mi
- At MOT on 2 Jul 2026
- MOT tests
- 32
- 20 passed · 12 failed
- Per year
- 4,445 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- T530 BRS
- 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
- 4 Mar 1999
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 1 Jul 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 2 Jul 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
T530 BRS was last recorded at 177,992 miles on 2 Jul 2026, 4,153 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Mar 2025.
- Previous MOT
- 173,839 miles · 17 Mar 2025
- Between the last two tests
- 4,153 miles
- Average per year
- 4,445 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 177,992 miles
- 2025 – 173,839 miles
- 2024 – 165,940 miles
- 2023 – 160,353 miles
- 2022 – 155,464 miles
- 2021 – 147,176 miles
- 2020 – 140,505 miles
- 2019 – 136,772 miles
- 2018 – 134,452 miles
- 2017 – 131,035 miles
- 2016 – 129,953 miles
- 2014 – 129,935 miles
- 2013 – 126,809 miles
- 2012 – 124,377 miles
- 2011 – 122,320 miles
- 2010 – 117,966 miles
- 2009 – 114,825 miles
- 2008 – 110,130 miles
- 2007 – 97,175 miles
- 2006 – 87,760 miles
What the latest MOT found
- MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
- MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryRepairs covered in underseal
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 Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2018
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2011
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
Advisory2 MOTs, 2025
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
Advisory2 MOTs, 2025
Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material
Advisory2 MOTs, 2025
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
Advisory2 MOTs, 2025
Full MOT history
32 tests since 4 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass177,992 miles (+4,153)3 minor2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 1 Jul 2027
- Odometer
- 177,992 miles
- Test number
- 740978559954
- MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
- MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRepairs covered in underseal
Pass173,839 miles (+28)1 minor6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 16 Mar 2026
- Odometer
- 173,839 miles
- Test number
- 475948405091
- MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear tyres cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Fail173,811 miles (+7,871)2 major1 minor6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 173,811 miles
- Test number
- 446079537373
- MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner arch inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner arch Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear tyres cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Pass165,940 miles (+11)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 7 Feb 2025
- Odometer
- 165,940 miles
- Test number
- 423245702799
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
Fail165,929 miles (+5,576)5 major1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 165,929 miles
- Test number
- 156030622399
- MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
Pass160,353 miles (+4,889)6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 7 Feb 2024
- Odometer
- 160,353 miles
- Test number
- 417483184141
- AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
Pass155,464 miles (+8,288)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 7 Feb 2023
- Odometer
- 155,464 miles
- Test number
- 854022453155
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipe (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
Pass147,176 miles (+6,671)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 3 Feb 2022
- Odometer
- 147,176 miles
- Test number
- 372212639670
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
Pass140,505 miles (+3,733)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 3 Feb 2021
- Odometer
- 140,505 miles
- Test number
- 143071554468
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Pass136,772 miles (+2,320)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 3 Feb 2020
- Odometer
- 136,772 miles
- Test number
- 408780959602
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryLift on both strut top mounts
Pass134,452 miles (+239)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 3 Feb 2019
- Odometer
- 134,452 miles
- Test number
- 919757231981
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (worn down on inner edge) (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Fail134,213 miles (+3,178)5 failures2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 134,213 miles
- Test number
- 500994939499
- FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement inner consal bush (2.4.G.2)
- FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement inner consal bush) (2.4.G.2)
- FailureNearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings inner wheel arch at sill (6.1.B.2)
- FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
- FailureOffside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings at inner wheel arch at sill (6.1.B.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (worn down on inner edge) (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Pass131,035 miles (+1,082)
- MOT expiry
- 3 Feb 2018
- Odometer
- 131,035 miles
- Test number
- 300376281772
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass129,953 miles (+18)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 1 Feb 2017
- Odometer
- 129,953 miles
- Test number
- 794566135949
- AdvisoryFront wishbone rear bushes splitting
- AdvisoryNearside front wheel arch corroded
Fail129,935 miles (+3,126)5 failures7 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 129,935 miles
- Test number
- 355546404381
- FailureBrake servo vacuum pipe split (3.6.C.1b)
- FailureNearside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
- FailureOffside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
- FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
- FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
- NoteCreak from nearside front suspension
- NoteFront and rear number plates deteriated
- NoteFront wheel arches corroded
- NoteFront wishbone rear bushes split
- NoteOffside front track rod end ball joint boot cracked
- NoteRear brake discs worn and corroded
- NoteSlight smear from front wiper blades
Pass126,809 miles (+14)
- MOT expiry
- 7 Nov 2014
- Odometer
- 126,809 miles
- Test number
- 645302213332
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail126,795 miles (+2,418)4 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 126,795 miles
- Test number
- 235902103317
- FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- FailureNearside Rear Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)
- FailureTowbar component insecure (6.6.1)
- FailureTrailer electrical socket (13 pin) not operating the trailer lamps as intended (1.9.4)
Pass124,377 miles (+4)
- MOT expiry
- 18 Sept 2013
- Odometer
- 124,377 miles
- Test number
- 379783462267
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail124,373 miles (+2,053)4 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 124,373 miles
- Test number
- 935602962224
- FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
- FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
- FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Pass122,320 miles1 advisory4 notes
- MOT expiry
- 18 Sept 2012
- Odometer
- 122,320 miles
- Test number
- 579072761255
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- NoteAnti-roll bar corroded at;d;bushes
- NoteFront;d;bushes worn
- NoteOil leak from engine
- NoteUnder tray damaged
Fail122,320 miles (+4,354)1 dangerous4 failures1 advisory5 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 122,320 miles
- Test number
- 387817851440
- DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
- FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- NoteAnti-roll bar corroded at;d;bushes
- NoteFront brake discs exccesivly corroded
- NoteFront;d;bushes worn
- NoteOil leak from engine
- NoteUnder tray damaged
Pass117,966 miles3 advisories5 notes
- MOT expiry
- 8 Sept 2011
- Odometer
- 117,966 miles
- Test number
- 540262850264
- AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
- AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- NoteExhaust heat shield loose
- NoteFront discs corroded
- NoteFront wiper rubbers split
- NoteN/s/r tyre looks flat
- NoteRear washer has low pressure
Fail117,966 miles (+3,141)6 failures3 advisories5 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 117,966 miles
- Test number
- 754361650296
- FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
- AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
- AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- NoteExhaust heat shield loose
- NoteFront discs corroded
- NoteFront wiper rubbers split
- NoteN/s/r tyre looks flat
- NoteRear washer has low pressure
Pass114,825 miles4 advisories4 notes
- MOT expiry
- 16 Aug 2010
- Odometer
- 114,825 miles
- Test number
- 253069029282
- AdvisoryCentre Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
- AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
- NoteExhaust rear heat shield loose
- NoteFront number plate cracked
- NoteHandbrake has play
- NoteO/s/r tyre rotating in the wrong direction
Fail114,825 miles (+4,695)2 failures4 advisories4 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 114,825 miles
- Test number
- 150956529284
- FailureOffside Rear Brake hose kinked (3.6.B.4b)
- FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
- AdvisoryCentre Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
- AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
- NoteExhaust rear heat shield loose
- NoteFront number plate cracked
- NoteHandbrake has play
- NoteO/s/r tyre rotating in the wrong direction
Pass110,130 miles1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 4 Aug 2009
- Odometer
- 110,130 miles
- Test number
- 803238818285
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
Fail110,130 miles (+12,955)9 failures2 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 110,130 miles
- Test number
- 814347918298
- FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
- FailureNearside Front Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)
- FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
- FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball pin shank loose (2.2.B.1c)
- FailureNearside Rear Brake cable has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
- FailureNearside Rear Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
- FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
- FailureOffside Rear Brake cable has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
- FailureOffside Rear Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- NoteRear brake discs scored rear brake pads worn
Pass97,175 miles
- MOT expiry
- 7 Mar 2008
- Odometer
- 97,175 miles
- Test number
- 820676567098
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail97,175 miles (+9,415)3 failures3 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 97,175 miles
- Test number
- 534156367015
- FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
- FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
- FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)
- NoteNearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing
Pass87,760 miles
- MOT expiry
- 7 Mar 2007
- Odometer
- 87,760 miles
- Test number
- 881197066064
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass87,760 miles (+120)
- MOT expiry
- 7 Mar 2007
- Odometer
- 87,760 miles
- Test number
- 182327066409
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail87,640 miles2 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 87,640 miles
- Test number
- 851633566092
- FailureOffside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
- FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Questions about T530 BRS
- Does T530 BRS currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T530 BRS is valid until 1 Jul 2027.
- When is the MOT due on T530 BRS?
- The MOT on T530 BRS is valid until 1 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has T530 BRS done?
- T530 BRS was recorded at 177,992 miles at its MOT on 2 Jul 2026, an average of 4,445 miles a year.
- Has T530 BRS ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. T530 BRS has failed 12 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Mar 2025.
- Has the mileage on T530 BRS 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 T530 BRS find?
- T530 BRS passed its latest MOT on 2 Jul 2026 with 3 minor defects and 2 advisories: battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier; nearside front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; offside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources, and 2 more.
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