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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,600 cc

T561 AWVMOT history

T561 AWV is a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 1 Jul 1999. Its MOT is valid until 8 Jul 2027 and it has passed 20 of 32 MOT tests, with 81,840 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 8 Jul 2027
Mileage
81,840 mi
At MOT on 2 Jul 2026
MOT tests
32
20 passed · 12 failed
Per year
2,433 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T561 AWV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,600 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T561 AWV was last recorded at 81,840 miles on 2 Jul 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
81,840 miles · 30 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
2,433 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 81,840 miles
  • 2025 – 80,370 miles
  • 2024 – 78,430 miles
  • 2023 – 75,608 miles
  • 2022 – 74,124 miles
  • 2021 – 72,748 miles
  • 2020 – 71,358 miles
  • 2019 – 69,697 miles
  • 2018 – 67,775 miles
  • 2017 – 65,572 miles
  • 2016 – 63,008 miles
  • 2015 – 60,523 miles
  • 2014 – 58,080 miles
  • 2013 – 55,169 miles
  • 2012 – 52,592 miles
  • 2011 – 48,727 miles
  • 2010 – 46,132 miles
  • 2009 – 42,960 miles
  • 2008 – 39,596 miles
  • 2007 – 35,533 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass81,840 miles
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leakRecorded at 4 MOTs since 2016
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory8 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor5 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Nearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

32 tests since 19 Jun 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass81,840 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    81,840 miles
    Test number
    773484418484
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail81,840 miles (+1,470)1 dangerous2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,840 miles
    Test number
    524360260071
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass80,370 miles (+1,940)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    80,370 miles
    Test number
    764346072531
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Mirror glass security
    • AdvisoryNo EML
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass78,430 miles (+3)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    78,430 miles
    Test number
    533150301610
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in zone A (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail78,427 miles (+2,819)1 dangerous2 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,427 miles
    Test number
    500092747433
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in zone A (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass75,608 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    75,608 miles
    Test number
    945467295621
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail75,608 miles (+1,484)3 dangerous1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,608 miles
    Test number
    668421602470
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass74,124 miles (+2)2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    74,124 miles
    Test number
    946000003163
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage To steering rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail74,122 miles (+1,374)1 dangerous5 major2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,122 miles
    Test number
    174724263181
    • DangerousOffside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorDriver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction Air freshener (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear most (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear most (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage To steering rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass72,748 miles2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    72,748 miles
    Test number
    572474850420
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryN/s and o/s mirrors damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  11. Fail72,748 miles (+1,390)1 repaired2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,748 miles
    Test number
    592928920651
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryN/s and o/s mirrors damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  12. Pass71,358 miles (+1,661)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    71,358 miles
    Test number
    548262090181
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass69,697 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    69,697 miles
    Test number
    459830436907
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  14. Fail69,697 miles (+1,922)1 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,697 miles
    Test number
    200916509842
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  15. Pass67,775 miles (+2,203)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    67,775 miles
    Test number
    714967021283
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  16. Pass65,572 miles (+2,564)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    65,572 miles
    Test number
    925668337142
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer sill damaged

  17. Pass63,008 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    63,008 miles
    Test number
    412449085678
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  18. Fail63,001 miles (+2,478)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,001 miles
    Test number
    637836665105
    • FailureOffside Front Inner Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush D bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  19. Pass60,523 miles (+2,443)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    60,523 miles
    Test number
    366934485105
    • 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)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres cracked and perished

  20. Pass58,080 miles6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    58,080 miles
    Test number
    646176574114
    • 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 Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (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 Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres are perishing slightly
    • NoteRear reg plate damaged

  21. Fail58,080 miles (+2,911)2 failures6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,080 miles
    Test number
    877176874106
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)
    • 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 Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (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 Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres are perishing slightly
    • NoteRear reg plate damaged

  22. Pass55,169 miles (+2,577)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    55,169 miles
    Test number
    346750993158
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteRear tyres perished

  23. Pass52,592 miles (+3,865)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    52,592 miles
    Test number
    378300772197
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteFront service brake veers left
    • NoteOffside rear spring extreme end of coil broken but locates whenlowered to normal position

  24. Fail48,727 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,727 miles
    Test number
    795898081159
    • Repaired at testExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass48,727 miles (+2,595)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    48,727 miles
    Test number
    938588481110
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass46,132 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    46,132 miles
    Test number
    560245470139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail46,132 miles (+3,172)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,132 miles
    Test number
    631115870130
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

  28. Pass42,960 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    42,960 miles
    Test number
    681550189117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail42,960 miles (+3,364)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,960 miles
    Test number
    874560989123
    • Repaired at testDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

  30. Pass39,596 miles (+4,063)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    39,596 miles
    Test number
    720122988115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass35,533 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    35,533 miles
    Test number
    154090077182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail35,533 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,533 miles
    Test number
    260960877175
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T561 AWV

Does T561 AWV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T561 AWV is valid until 8 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T561 AWV?
The MOT on T561 AWV is valid until 8 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T561 AWV done?
T561 AWV was recorded at 81,840 miles at its MOT on 2 Jul 2026, an average of 2,433 miles a year.
Has T561 AWV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T561 AWV has failed 12 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on T561 AWV 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 T561 AWV find?
T561 AWV passed its latest MOT on 2 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: offside registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside track rod end ball joint has slight play; offside front seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed, and 2 more.

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