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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2007 · 1,968 cc

T55 EXLMOT history

T55 EXL is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 24 Sept 2007. Its MOT is valid until 24 Aug 2027 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 123,527 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 24 Aug 2027
Mileage
123,527 mi
At MOT on 25 Aug 2026
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,313 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T55 EXL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
24 Sept 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T55 EXL was last recorded at 123,527 miles on 25 Aug 2026, 4,502 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
119,025 miles · 4 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
4,502 miles
Average per year
6,313 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 123,527 miles
  • 2025 – 119,025 miles
  • 2024 – 113,875 miles
  • 2023 – 108,517 miles
  • 2022 – 102,903 miles
  • 2021 – 95,147 miles
  • 2020 – 89,177 miles
  • 2019 – 81,952 miles
  • 2018 – 74,274 miles
  • 2017 – 67,919 miles
  • 2016 – 65,331 miles
  • 2015 – 60,706 miles
  • 2014 – 49,392 miles
  • 2013 – 39,188 miles
  • 2011 – 30,707 miles
  • 2010 – 22,852 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass123,527 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 x brake discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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 Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2022

Full MOT history

22 tests since 13 Sept 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass123,527 miles (+4,502)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    123,527 miles
    Test number
    853199670509
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 x brake discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass119,025 miles (+5,150)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    119,025 miles
    Test number
    268575767902

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass113,875 miles (+5,358)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    113,875 miles
    Test number
    422457748753
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Pass108,517 miles (+136)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    108,517 miles
    Test number
    373393187655

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail108,381 miles (+5,478)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,381 miles
    Test number
    880500602728
    • DangerousNearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  6. Pass102,903 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    102,903 miles
    Test number
    249461073055
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail102,903 miles (+7,756)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,903 miles
    Test number
    119167300093
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass95,147 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    95,147 miles
    Test number
    284368139943
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Fail95,147 miles (+5,970)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,147 miles
    Test number
    905516770666
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  10. Pass89,177 miles (+7,225)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    89,177 miles
    Test number
    104172033049
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  11. Pass81,952 miles (+7,678)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    81,952 miles
    Test number
    479899649502
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass74,274 miles (+19)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    74,274 miles
    Test number
    478942700780
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  13. Fail74,255 miles (+6,336)2 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,255 miles
    Test number
    255384938939
    • 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 Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass67,919 miles (+2,588)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    67,919 miles
    Test number
    972630346796

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass65,331 miles (+4,625)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    65,331 miles
    Test number
    440436547784

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass60,706 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    60,706 miles
    Test number
    199716915264
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Fail60,706 miles (+11,314)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,706 miles
    Test number
    706476415239
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass49,392 miles (+10,204)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    49,392 miles
    Test number
    525921634072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass39,188 miles (+8,481)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    39,188 miles
    Test number
    866054703043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass30,707 miles (+7,855)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    30,707 miles
    Test number
    536003461275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass22,852 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    22,852 miles
    Test number
    261586350253
    • NoteSlight oil leak

  22. Fail22,852 miles1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,852 miles
    Test number
    742826050297
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteSlight oil leak
    • NoteSlight splitting of rubber o/s rear tyre,tread area

Questions about T55 EXL

Does T55 EXL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T55 EXL is valid until 24 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T55 EXL?
The MOT on T55 EXL is valid until 24 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T55 EXL done?
T55 EXL was recorded at 123,527 miles at its MOT on 25 Aug 2026, an average of 6,313 miles a year.
Has T55 EXL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T55 EXL has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on T55 EXL 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 EXL find?
T55 EXL passed its latest MOT on 25 Aug 2026 with 1 advisory: brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 x brake discs.

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