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Volkswagen Golf

Red · Diesel · 1999 · 1,900 cc

T556 MVRMOT history

T556 MVR is a red diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 27 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 9 Feb 2027 and it has passed 20 of 34 MOT tests, with 206,059 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 9 Feb 2027
Mileage
206,059 mi
At MOT on 29 Jan 2026
MOT tests
34
20 passed · 14 failed
Per year
6,481 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T556 MVR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,900 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
27 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T556 MVR was last recorded at 206,059 miles on 29 Jan 2026, 5,041 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
201,018 miles · 10 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
5,041 miles
Average per year
6,481 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 206,059 miles
  • 2025 – 201,018 miles
  • 2024 – 196,578 miles
  • 2023 – 192,842 miles
  • 2022 – 189,235 miles
  • 2021 – 185,890 miles
  • 2019 – 175,142 miles
  • 2018 – 170,053 miles
  • 2017 – 168,811 miles
  • 2016 – 162,583 miles
  • 2015 – 158,131 miles
  • 2014 – 154,249 miles
  • 2013 – 145,742 miles
  • 2012 – 139,470 miles
  • 2011 – 120,179 miles
  • 2010 – 103,348 miles
  • 2009 – 97,382 miles
  • 2008 – 90,803 miles
  • 2007 – 85,276 miles
  • 2006 – 78,199 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass206,059 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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)

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2013–2016

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

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2013–2016

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

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2010–2016

  • Nearside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2013–2015

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2006–2018

Full MOT history

34 tests since 8 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass206,059 miles (+5,041)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    206,059 miles
    Test number
    136954520504
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  2. Pass201,018 miles (+3)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    201,018 miles
    Test number
    774892223284
    • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Fail201,015 miles (+4,437)8 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    201,015 miles
    Test number
    397474165675
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor pan (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened axel (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened axel (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass196,578 miles (+3,736)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    196,578 miles
    Test number
    373718708381
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle rusty

  5. Pass192,842 miles (+17)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    192,842 miles
    Test number
    335365347702
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront wings very rusty
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on the limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  6. Fail192,825 miles (+3,590)5 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,825 miles
    Test number
    405997956095
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront wings very rusty
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on the limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  7. Pass189,235 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    189,235 miles
    Test number
    260562673010
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail189,235 miles (+3,345)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,235 miles
    Test number
    566698957539
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass185,890 miles (+19)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    185,890 miles
    Test number
    813819109550
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wing very rusty
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  10. Fail185,871 miles (+10,729)3 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,871 miles
    Test number
    110989307011
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wing very rusty
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  11. Pass175,142 miles1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    175,142 miles
    Test number
    175184003089
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp glass damaged.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.7mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Fail175,141 miles (+5,088)1 dangerous2 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,141 miles
    Test number
    261622294086
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Body component corroded and likely to cause injury wing (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp glass damaged.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.7mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  13. Pass170,053 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    170,053 miles
    Test number
    754887675764
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak rad
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  14. Fail170,053 miles (+1,242)2 failures9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,053 miles
    Test number
    297426777740
    • FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak rad
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  15. Pass168,811 miles (+6,228)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    168,811 miles
    Test number
    922003716514
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement suspension (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  16. Pass162,583 miles (+4,452)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    162,583 miles
    Test number
    724261327165
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • 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 Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs slightly corroded

  17. Pass158,131 miles (+1)6 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    158,131 miles
    Test number
    288313955417
    • 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 Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing 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)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteSpare tyre defective
    • NoteNearside obligatory mirror missing

  18. Fail158,130 miles (+3,881)4 failures6 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,130 miles
    Test number
    385432355178
    • FailureNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • 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 Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing 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)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteSpare tyre defective
    • NoteNearside obligatory mirror missing

  19. Pass154,249 miles (+1)13 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2015
    Odometer
    154,249 miles
    Test number
    968824034121
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • 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 Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • 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 Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteSpare tyre defective

  20. Fail154,248 miles (+8,506)5 failures13 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,248 miles
    Test number
    347513134195
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • 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 Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • 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 Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteSpare tyre defective

  21. Pass145,742 miles8 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2014
    Odometer
    145,742 miles
    Test number
    805754043172
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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 Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSpare tyre defective

  22. Fail145,742 miles (+6,272)4 failures8 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,742 miles
    Test number
    298883343176
    • FailureNearside Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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 Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSpare tyre defective

  23. Pass139,470 miles (+19,291)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2013
    Odometer
    139,470 miles
    Test number
    675092032118
    • 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)
    • 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)

  24. Pass120,179 miles (+16,831)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2012
    Odometer
    120,179 miles
    Test number
    157032751199
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • 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)

  25. Pass103,348 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2011
    Odometer
    103,348 miles
    Test number
    382060140130
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Fail103,348 miles (+5,966)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,348 miles
    Test number
    984820140141
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass97,382 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2010
    Odometer
    97,382 miles
    Test number
    171390149115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail97,382 miles (+6,579)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,382 miles
    Test number
    724060649107
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  29. Fail90,803 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,803 miles
    Test number
    471885738182
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  30. Pass90,803 miles (+5,527)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2009
    Odometer
    90,803 miles
    Test number
    751655338186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass85,276 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2008
    Odometer
    85,276 miles
    Test number
    142985247187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail85,276 miles (+7,077)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,276 miles
    Test number
    783175247112
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  33. Pass78,199 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2007
    Odometer
    78,199 miles
    Test number
    290398026410
    • 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)

  34. Fail78,199 miles2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,199 miles
    Test number
    693178726135
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • 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)

Questions about T556 MVR

Does T556 MVR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T556 MVR is valid until 9 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on T556 MVR?
The MOT on T556 MVR is valid until 9 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T556 MVR done?
T556 MVR was recorded at 206,059 miles at its MOT on 29 Jan 2026, an average of 6,481 miles a year.
Has T556 MVR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T556 MVR has failed 14 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on T556 MVR 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 T556 MVR find?
T556 MVR passed its latest MOT on 29 Jan 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 1 more.

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