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Volkswagen Golf

White · Diesel · 2012 · 1,968 cc

T55 DFFMOT history

T55 DFF is a white diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 15 Mar 2012. Its MOT is valid until 25 Jan 2027 and it has passed 11 of 16 MOT tests, with 102,100 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 25 Jan 2027
Mileage
102,100 mi
At MOT on 26 Jan 2026
MOT tests
16
11 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,766 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T55 DFF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
15 Mar 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T55 DFF was last recorded at 102,100 miles on 26 Jan 2026, 3,603 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
98,497 miles · 25 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
3,603 miles
Average per year
6,766 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 102,100 miles
  • 2024 – 98,497 miles
  • 2023 – 90,610 miles
  • 2022 – 82,246 miles
  • 2021 – 74,004 miles
  • 2020 – 64,174 miles
  • 2019 – 58,684 miles
  • 2018 – 51,426 miles
  • 2017 – 45,117 miles
  • 2016 – 38,190 miles
  • 2015 – 31,353 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass102,100 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 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.

  • Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both nearside and offside rear

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

16 tests since 13 Aug 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass102,100 miles (+3,603)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    102,100 miles
    Test number
    605574066296
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass98,497 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    98,497 miles
    Test number
    859393734492

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail98,497 miles (+7,887)2 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,497 miles
    Test number
    719310997190
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

  4. Pass90,610 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    90,610 miles
    Test number
    361311509320
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both nearside and offside rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail90,610 miles (+8,364)1 dangerous1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,610 miles
    Test number
    262734492379
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low Both nearside and offside front (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both nearside and offside rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass82,246 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    82,246 miles
    Test number
    118638255380
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both nearside and offside rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Fail82,246 miles (+8,242)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,246 miles
    Test number
    945313606795
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both nearside and offside rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass74,004 miles (+9,830)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    74,004 miles
    Test number
    556395202465

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass64,174 miles (+5,490)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    64,174 miles
    Test number
    514679674814
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  10. Pass58,684 miles (+122)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    58,684 miles
    Test number
    428602135768
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail58,562 miles (+7,136)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,562 miles
    Test number
    897681345119
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass51,426 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    51,426 miles
    Test number
    300730456730
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySlight bind at offside rear brake

  13. Fail51,425 miles (+6,308)2 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,425 miles
    Test number
    187596314600
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySlight bind at offside rear brake

  14. Pass45,117 miles (+6,927)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    45,117 miles
    Test number
    341747149444
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen scratched

  15. Pass38,190 miles (+6,837)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    38,190 miles
    Test number
    159030959768
    • AdvisoryLight windscreen scratches

  16. Pass31,353 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    31,353 miles
    Test number
    137081612876
    • AdvisoryLight windscreen scratches

Questions about T55 DFF

Does T55 DFF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T55 DFF is valid until 25 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on T55 DFF?
The MOT on T55 DFF is valid until 25 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T55 DFF done?
T55 DFF was recorded at 102,100 miles at its MOT on 26 Jan 2026, an average of 6,766 miles a year.
Has T55 DFF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T55 DFF has failed 5 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on T55 DFF 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 T55 DFF find?
T55 DFF passed its latest MOT on 26 Jan 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside rear coil spring corroded; offside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; offside rear brake pad(s) wearing thin, and 2 more.

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