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Volkswagen Golf

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,781 cc

T557 YHOMOT history

T557 YHO is a red petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 14 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 2 Aug 2025 and it has passed 18 of 34 MOT tests, with 197,445 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Aug 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 2 Aug 2025
Mileage
197,445 mi
At MOT on 3 Aug 2024
MOT tests
34
18 passed · 16 failed
Per year
7,236 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T557 YHO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
14 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Aug 2025
Latest MOT test
3 Aug 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T557 YHO was last recorded at 197,445 miles on 3 Aug 2024, 2,157 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 May 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
195,288 miles · 10 May 2023
Between the last two tests
2,157 miles
Average per year
7,236 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 197,445 miles
  • 2023 – 195,288 miles
  • 2021 – 187,127 miles
  • 2020 – 187,114 miles
  • 2019 – 177,499 miles
  • 2018 – 171,669 miles
  • 2017 – 168,577 miles
  • 2016 – 165,222 miles
  • 2015 – 160,956 miles
  • 2014 – 154,600 miles
  • 2013 – 147,817 miles
  • 2012 – 125,336 miles
  • 2010 – 114,417 miles
  • 2009 – 96,523 miles
  • 2008 – 86,728 miles
  • 2007 – 75,274 miles
  • 2006 – 65,783 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass197,445 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

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 Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2017–2021

  • Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2007–2009

  • Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2007–2009

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2010

  • Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2010

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass197,445 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    197,445 miles
    Test number
    546973394404
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail197,442 miles (+2,154)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,442 miles
    Test number
    325320374232
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass195,288 miles (+752)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2024
    Odometer
    195,288 miles
    Test number
    388386834272
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Fail194,536 miles (+7,409)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    194,536 miles
    Test number
    833763844473
    • MajorNearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play RACK END (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisorySCREW IN OFFSIDE FRONT TYRE

  5. Pass187,127 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2022
    Odometer
    187,127 miles
    Test number
    532912485979
    • MinorRear reflector not red in colour after markets lamps fitted (4.8.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail187,127 miles (+13)2 dangerous6 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,127 miles
    Test number
    127277788557
    • DangerousBrake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system under master cylinder (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too high offside/nearside (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt insecure (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • MinorRear reflector not red in colour after markets lamps fitted (4.8.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Fail187,114 miles (+9,615)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,114 miles
    Test number
    993572483848
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  8. Pass177,499 miles (+5,830)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    177,499 miles
    Test number
    319741821484
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySlight play in nearside of steering rack

  9. Pass171,669 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    171,669 miles
    Test number
    929682357731
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Metal flexi combo (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) Both
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail171,669 miles (+3,092)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,669 miles
    Test number
    757733756242
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Metal flexi combo (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) Both
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass168,577 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    168,577 miles
    Test number
    736759146381
    • AdvisoryExhaust 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 Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  12. Fail168,576 miles (+3,354)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,576 miles
    Test number
    508908587509
    • FailureOffside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryExhaust 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 Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  13. Pass165,222 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    165,222 miles
    Test number
    637442782355
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  14. Fail165,222 miles (+4,266)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,222 miles
    Test number
    562111085106
    • FailureRear Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both front (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened face poor/ all other faces slightly deteriorated, replace asap (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass160,956 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    160,956 miles
    Test number
    712128758483

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail160,592 miles (+5,992)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,592 miles
    Test number
    602312724809
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass154,600 miles (+6,783)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    154,600 miles
    Test number
    756482204390
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  18. Pass147,817 miles5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    147,817 miles
    Test number
    645918813380
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  19. Fail147,817 miles (+10,115)1 failure5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,817 miles
    Test number
    327298713325
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteOsf outter cv boot boot loose at joint

  20. Pass137,702 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    137,702 miles
    Test number
    145177503007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail137,702 miles (+12,366)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,702 miles
    Test number
    245587503076
    • Repaired at testRear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  22. Pass125,336 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    125,336 miles
    Test number
    375104802019
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  23. Fail125,335 miles (+10,918)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,335 miles
    Test number
    828334302094
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  24. Fail114,417 miles2 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,417 miles
    Test number
    224450350362
    • Repaired at testNearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront discs worn

  25. Pass114,417 miles (+9,871)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    114,417 miles
    Test number
    423420950481
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront discs worn

  26. Pass104,546 miles (+8,023)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    104,546 miles
    Test number
    580563810046
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteFront tyres wearing thin on outside edges

  27. Pass96,523 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    96,523 miles
    Test number
    673298829103
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  28. Fail96,523 miles (+9,795)5 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,523 miles
    Test number
    813077329190
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  29. Pass86,728 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    86,728 miles
    Test number
    763303048101
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteFront tyres wearing thin

  30. Fail86,728 miles (+11,454)2 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,728 miles
    Test number
    632253548136
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteFront tyres wearing thin

  31. Fail75,274 miles1 repaired4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,274 miles
    Test number
    604771147100
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteNearside inner steeringrack joint has play
    • NoteOffside and center rear seat bottoms missing

  32. Pass75,274 miles (+9,491)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    75,274 miles
    Test number
    894501547188
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteNearside inner steeringrack joint has play
    • NoteOffside and center rear seat bottoms missing

  33. Pass65,783 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    65,783 miles
    Test number
    681695546185
    • NoteCentre exhaust mount cracked.
    • NoteN/S door mirror casing damaged.
    • NoteO/S/F wishbone-rearmost bush perished/peeling at bonding.
    • NoteO/S/R flexi brake hose outer casing distorted.

  34. Fail65,783 miles2 failures5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,783 miles
    Test number
    583124546154
    • FailureBrake servo vacuum pipe split (3.6.C.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • NoteCentre exhaust mount cracked.
    • NoteFront anti roll bar inner subframe mounts worn.
    • NoteN/S door mirror casing damaged.
    • NoteO/S/F wishbone-rearmost bush perished/peeling at bonding.
    • NoteO/S/R flexi brake hose outer casing slightly distorted.

Questions about T557 YHO

Does T557 YHO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T557 YHO expired on 2 Aug 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T557 YHO?
The MOT on T557 YHO expired on 2 Aug 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T557 YHO done?
T557 YHO was recorded at 197,445 miles at its MOT on 3 Aug 2024, an average of 7,236 miles a year.
Has T557 YHO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T557 YHO has failed 16 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on T557 YHO 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 T557 YHO find?
T557 YHO passed its latest MOT on 3 Aug 2024 with 5 advisories: nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside front integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced; offside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 2 more.

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