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Volkswagen Golf

Yellow · Petrol · 1999 · 1,800 cc

T576 RFBMOT history

T576 RFB is a yellow petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 15 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 13 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 34 MOT tests, with 182,654 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 13 Nov 2026
Mileage
182,654 mi
At MOT on 13 Nov 2025
MOT tests
34
20 passed · 14 failed
Per year
6,029 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T576 RFB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Yellow
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,800 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
15 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
13 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T576 RFB was last recorded at 182,654 miles on 13 Nov 2025, 13 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
182,641 miles · 12 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
13 miles
Average per year
6,029 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 182,654 miles
  • 2024 – 177,074 miles
  • 2023 – 169,407 miles
  • 2022 – 165,116 miles
  • 2021 – 159,259 miles
  • 2020 – 153,779 miles
  • 2019 – 142,742 miles
  • 2018 – 135,513 miles
  • 2017 – 131,118 miles
  • 2016 – 125,743 miles
  • 2015 – 123,479 miles
  • 2014 – 118,591 miles
  • 2013 – 114,346 miles
  • 2012 – 110,084 miles
  • 2011 – 102,509 miles
  • 2010 – 93,689 miles
  • 2009 – 87,701 miles
  • 2008 – 81,106 miles
  • 2007 – 72,938 miles
  • 2006 – 65,260 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass182,654 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2007–2013

Full MOT history

34 tests since 25 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass182,654 miles (+13)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    182,654 miles
    Test number
    184882764154
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail182,641 miles (+5,567)6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,641 miles
    Test number
    403238897103
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass177,074 miles (+7,667)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    177,074 miles
    Test number
    224264529981
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass169,407 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    169,407 miles
    Test number
    888410991392

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail169,407 miles (+4,291)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,407 miles
    Test number
    869779018159
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  6. Pass165,116 miles (+5,857)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    165,116 miles
    Test number
    530624837183
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNote undertray missing

  7. Pass159,259 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    159,259 miles
    Test number
    595979165402
    • MinorDriver's view to the sides outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryDriver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail159,259 miles (+5,480)2 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,259 miles
    Test number
    929589962281
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorDriver's view to the sides outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryDriver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass153,779 miles (+11,037)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    153,779 miles
    Test number
    687327593488
    • MinorFront Driver's view to the front outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass142,742 miles (+18)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    142,742 miles
    Test number
    250321684519

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail142,724 miles (+7,211)1 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,724 miles
    Test number
    669893612310
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAdvise engine oil leak (serious)

  12. Pass135,513 miles (+4,395)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    135,513 miles
    Test number
    466766235641
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryRear Rear position lamp(s) has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryFront number plate has cracks

  13. Pass131,118 miles (+6)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    131,118 miles
    Test number
    210044321102
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Fail131,112 miles (+5,369)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,112 miles
    Test number
    595386644385
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass125,743 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    125,743 miles
    Test number
    371072308216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail125,743 miles (+2,264)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,743 miles
    Test number
    888980070712
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.B.2)

  17. Pass123,479 miles (+4,888)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    123,479 miles
    Test number
    800168172715
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel tie rod end (2.2.A.1b)

  18. Pass118,591 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    118,591 miles
    Test number
    296093024324
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  19. Fail118,591 miles (+4,245)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,591 miles
    Test number
    985143624336
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass114,346 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    114,346 miles
    Test number
    795785623398
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  21. Fail114,344 miles (+4,260)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,344 miles
    Test number
    435112723345
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  22. Pass110,084 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    110,084 miles
    Test number
    906823992200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail110,084 miles (+7,575)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,084 miles
    Test number
    497793892213
    • FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  24. Pass102,509 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    102,509 miles
    Test number
    256325211212
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  25. Fail102,509 miles (+8,820)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,509 miles
    Test number
    557855311273
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  26. Pass93,689 miles (+5,988)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    93,689 miles
    Test number
    664524800270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass87,701 miles (+63)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    87,701 miles
    Test number
    532768499115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail87,638 miles (+6,532)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,638 miles
    Test number
    393420369168
    • FailureNearside Rear Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

  29. Pass81,106 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    81,106 miles
    Test number
    503873668116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail81,104 miles (+8,166)1 dangerous1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,104 miles
    Test number
    443613168172
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteCentre ex bracket has been repaired

  31. Pass72,938 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    72,938 miles
    Test number
    922744567190
    • AdvisoryFront Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  32. FailMileage not read1 dangerous1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    251564667169
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryFront Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  33. Pass65,260 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    65,260 miles
    Test number
    381623756191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Fail65,260 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,260 miles
    Test number
    874195846185
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Questions about T576 RFB

Does T576 RFB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T576 RFB is valid until 13 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on T576 RFB?
The MOT on T576 RFB is valid until 13 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T576 RFB done?
T576 RFB was recorded at 182,654 miles at its MOT on 13 Nov 2025, an average of 6,029 miles a year.
Has T576 RFB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T576 RFB has failed 14 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on T576 RFB 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 T576 RFB find?
T576 RFB passed its latest MOT on 13 Nov 2025 with 1 advisory: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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