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Volkswagen Golf

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,800 cc

T575 ERAMOT history

T575 ERA is a green petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 19 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 8 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 229,109 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 8 Nov 2026
Mileage
229,109 mi
At MOT on 23 Oct 2025
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
8,133 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T575 ERA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,800 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
19 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
23 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T575 ERA was last recorded at 229,109 miles on 23 Oct 2025, 2,530 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
226,579 miles · 18 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
2,530 miles
Average per year
8,133 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 229,109 miles
  • 2024 – 226,579 miles
  • 2023 – 223,891 miles
  • 2022 – 219,160 miles
  • 2021 – 211,816 miles
  • 2020 – 211,796 miles
  • 2019 – 211,084 miles
  • 2018 – 205,212 miles
  • 2017 – 183,215 miles
  • 2016 – 169,162 miles
  • 2015 – 153,080 miles
  • 2014 – 136,446 miles
  • 2013 – 113,240 miles
  • 2012 – 111,216 miles
  • 2011 – 105,872 miles
  • 2010 – 100,800 miles
  • 2009 – 93,295 miles
  • 2008 – 85,066 miles
  • 2007 – 78,360 miles
  • 2006 – 70,088 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass229,109 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

28 tests since 4 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass229,109 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    229,109 miles
    Test number
    461408425459

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail229,106 miles (+2,527)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    229,106 miles
    Test number
    227867452612
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

  3. Pass226,579 miles (+2,688)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    226,579 miles
    Test number
    862516220169
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened beam axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass223,891 miles (+4,731)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    223,891 miles
    Test number
    176920720196
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass219,160 miles (+7,344)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    219,160 miles
    Test number
    579796522130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass211,816 miles (+20)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    211,816 miles
    Test number
    400454798702
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass211,796 miles (+712)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    211,796 miles
    Test number
    261998002447
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass211,084 miles (+160)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    211,084 miles
    Test number
    589599517451
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Fail210,924 miles (+5,712)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    210,924 miles
    Test number
    361939428609
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass205,212 miles (+21,997)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    205,212 miles
    Test number
    147457821964
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  11. Pass183,215 miles (+14,053)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    183,215 miles
    Test number
    517639997048
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  12. Pass169,162 miles (+16,082)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    169,162 miles
    Test number
    708016192572
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  13. Pass153,080 miles (+16,634)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    153,080 miles
    Test number
    957596970784

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass136,446 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    136,446 miles
    Test number
    128515494265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail136,446 miles (+23,206)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,446 miles
    Test number
    599015594267
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  16. Pass113,240 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    113,240 miles
    Test number
    697801503315

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail113,240 miles (+2,024)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,240 miles
    Test number
    337251303344
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Fail111,216 miles1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,216 miles
    Test number
    858734802371
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteAdvise parking brake travel

  19. Pass111,216 miles (+5,344)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    111,216 miles
    Test number
    898634802305
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteAdvise parking brake travel

  20. Pass105,872 miles (+2)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    105,872 miles
    Test number
    305317991202
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteAll 4 brake discs corrodin
    • NoteOffside seat belt fluffin

  21. Fail105,870 miles (+5,070)11 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,870 miles
    Test number
    898590091218
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • NoteAll 4 brake discs corrodin
    • NoteOffside seat belt fluffin

  22. Pass100,800 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    100,800 miles
    Test number
    953929490088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail100,800 miles (+7,505)3 dangerous3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,800 miles
    Test number
    870869990000
    • DangerousCentre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • DangerousNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  24. Pass93,295 miles (+8,229)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    93,295 miles
    Test number
    452571299028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass85,066 miles (+6,706)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    85,066 miles
    Test number
    901042498027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass78,360 miles (+8,272)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    78,360 miles
    Test number
    273991107456
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass70,088 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    70,088 miles
    Test number
    741833206123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail70,086 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,086 miles
    Test number
    442924496048
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Questions about T575 ERA

Does T575 ERA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T575 ERA is valid until 8 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on T575 ERA?
The MOT on T575 ERA is valid until 8 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T575 ERA done?
T575 ERA was recorded at 229,109 miles at its MOT on 23 Oct 2025, an average of 8,133 miles a year.
Has T575 ERA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T575 ERA has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on T575 ERA 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 T575 ERA find?
T575 ERA passed its latest MOT on 23 Oct 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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