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Green · Diesel · 1999 · 1,900 cc

T551 FPPMOT history

T551 FPP is a green diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 24 Jun 2027 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 260,591 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 24 Jun 2027
Mileage
260,591 mi
At MOT on 25 Jun 2026
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
5,496 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T551 FPP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,900 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T551 FPP was last recorded at 260,591 miles on 25 Jun 2026, 2,373 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
258,218 miles · 28 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
2,373 miles
Average per year
5,496 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 260,591 miles
  • 2024 – 258,218 miles
  • 2023 – 255,084 miles
  • 2022 – 252,123 miles
  • 2021 – 247,682 miles
  • 2020 – 243,187 miles
  • 2019 – 239,404 miles
  • 2018 – 234,288 miles
  • 2017 – 228,204 miles
  • 2016 – 225,003 miles
  • 2015 – 221,220 miles
  • 2014 – 213,012 miles
  • 2013 – 203,800 miles
  • 2012 – 202,394 miles
  • 2011 – 192,203 miles
  • 2010 – 184,436 miles
  • 2009 – 177,108 miles
  • 2008 – 173,765 miles
  • 2007 – 161,987 miles
  • 2006 – 151,125 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass260,591 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear subframe corroded

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 Coil spring corroded

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2007–2014

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Dangerous4 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Rear axle beam corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

30 tests since 2 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass260,591 miles (+2,373)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    260,591 miles
    Test number
    642858737321
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear subframe corroded
  2. Pass258,218 miles (+4)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    258,218 miles
    Test number
    381535014734
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle beam corroded
  3. Fail258,214 miles (+3,130)1 dangerous1 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    258,214 miles
    Test number
    202747090225
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle beam corroded
  4. Pass255,084 miles (+2,961)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    255,084 miles
    Test number
    598451834298
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear and front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle beam corroded
  5. Pass252,123 miles (+4)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    252,123 miles
    Test number
    519637231799
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material offside rear and front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shock absorber dust covers missing
  6. Fail252,119 miles (+4,437)5 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    252,119 miles
    Test number
    632367599198
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material offside rear and front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shock absorber dust covers loose
  7. Pass247,682 miles (+4,495)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    247,682 miles
    Test number
    510967531843
    • AdvisoryBrake 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 Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  8. Pass243,187 miles (+3,783)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    243,187 miles
    Test number
    489506586182
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  9. Pass239,404 miles (+5,116)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    239,404 miles
    Test number
    313094283223
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear coil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryRear metal brake pipes corroded
  10. Pass234,288 miles (+15)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    234,288 miles
    Test number
    198865384415
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryAll brake disc poor condition
    • AdvisoryAll floor pans corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shock upper shields insecure
  11. Fail234,273 miles (+6,069)1 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    234,273 miles
    Test number
    433201335855
    • DangerousWindscreen in such a condition that visibility through swept area is seriously affected (3.2 (c) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryAll brake disc poor condition
    • AdvisoryAll floor pans corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shock upper shields insecure
  12. Pass228,204 miles (+3,201)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    228,204 miles
    Test number
    289654767763
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  13. Pass225,003 miles (+3,783)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    225,003 miles
    Test number
    420628915432

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass221,220 miles (+8,208)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    221,220 miles
    Test number
    625525367782
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear brake pipes rusty
    • AdvisoryBoth rear bump stops broken
  15. Pass213,012 miles (+9,212)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    213,012 miles
    Test number
    276282554254
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteWINDSCREEN CHIPPED
  16. Pass203,800 miles (+1,406)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    203,800 miles
    Test number
    798757053210
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteBOTH HEADLAMP LENSES DAMAGED
    • NoteFRONT NUMBER PLATE CRACKED
  17. Pass202,394 miles8 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    202,394 miles
    Test number
    149370682176
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteBoth cv gaitors only just acceptable,
    • NoteFront ex mounts weak.
    • NoteH/light lens cracked.
    • NoteN/s/f tyre worn.
  18. Fail202,394 miles (+10,191)5 failures9 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    202,394 miles
    Test number
    217288072171
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • 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 Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteBoth cv gaitors only just acceptable,
    • NoteFront ex mounts weak.
    • NoteN/s/f tyre worn.
  19. Pass192,203 miles (+19)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    192,203 miles
    Test number
    585708371156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail192,184 miles (+64)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,184 miles
    Test number
    419044671165
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • NoteNear side front tyre has curb damage.
  21. Fail192,120 miles (+7,684)6 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,120 miles
    Test number
    265298161439
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • NoteNear side front tyre has curb damage.
    • NoteUnable to test rear wheel bearings[binding rear brakes]
  22. Pass184,436 miles (+9)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    184,436 miles
    Test number
    254489550428
    • NoteEngine undertray damaged
    • NoteOffside head lamp cracked but not affecting beam image
  23. Fail184,427 miles (+7,319)1 dangerous3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,427 miles
    Test number
    554614250141
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureFront Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine undertray damaged
    • NoteOffside head lamp cracked but not affecting beam image
  24. Pass177,108 miles (+82)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    177,108 miles
    Test number
    984420179125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail177,026 miles (+3,261)5 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,026 miles
    Test number
    801053669185
    • FailureNearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteDamage on alloys stone chip in n/s/f headlamp crack in o/s/f headlamp scratch on n/s/r door and front bumper front brake discs lipped and worn
    • NoteFront tyers wearing close to limit on edges front brake hosers cracking n/s/r tyre close to limit on edges and cracking exhaust rusting
  26. Fail173,765 miles4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,765 miles
    Test number
    483005468169
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
  27. Pass173,765 miles (+11,778)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    173,765 miles
    Test number
    610935268196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass161,987 miles (+10,862)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    161,987 miles
    Test number
    191516067143
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteO/s and n/s front wishbone rear bushes perished
  29. Pass151,125 miles (+792)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    151,125 miles
    Test number
    662977266153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail150,333 miles4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,333 miles
    Test number
    740433556191
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureSub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Questions about T551 FPP

Does T551 FPP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T551 FPP is valid until 24 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on T551 FPP?
The MOT on T551 FPP is valid until 24 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T551 FPP done?
T551 FPP was recorded at 260,591 miles at its MOT on 25 Jun 2026, an average of 5,496 miles a year.
Has T551 FPP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T551 FPP has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on T551 FPP 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 T551 FPP find?
T551 FPP passed its latest MOT on 25 Jun 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; rear subframe corroded.

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